스포트라이트
Legal Information Specialist, Legal Research Librarian, Law Library Manager, Reference Librarian (with a focus on law), Legal Resources Coordinator, Legal Reference Specialist, Legal Collection Manager
Law Library Services Coordinator, Legal Knowledge Manager, Legal Information Services Librarian
Our legal system is extraordinarily complex. It’s so complicated we usually need attorneys to help us when we have legal matters to deal with. But even attorneys don’t know everything. They must frequently conduct research to find answers and inform their strategies.
There are decades of legal materials to consider, such as statutes, codes, casebooks, court opinions, rules, records, regulations, journals, handbooks, databases, dictionaries, and more!
The amount of available information is so vast that attorneys rely on Law Librarians to help them find what they’re looking for. In many cases, lawyers don’t even know what they’re looking for — but the librarians point them in the right direction.
As legal experts themselves, Law Librarians manage and curate legal resources in various formats, assist patrons in locating relevant information, and provide training on research methods. They may work in law schools, private law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, or law libraries that are open to the general public!
- Helping others navigate complex legal information and materials
- Ensuring access to accurate and comprehensive legal resources
- 역동적이고 지적으로 자극적인 환경에서 일하기
- Contributing to education and justice within the legal system
근무 일정
- Law Librarians typically work full-time office hours. Some private company jobs may require longer hours and some positions require evening or weekend work, particularly in academic settings.
일반적인 업무
- 체계적인 라이브러리 데이터베이스 및 참조 시스템 유지 관리
- Help patrons find materials and resources
- Check materials out to patrons. Upon their return, check materials back into the system, assess for damage, and put items back
- Review legal catalogs and order legal resources inventory from vendors
- Plan and manage budgets. Order computers and other IT resources
- Curate a variety of legal materials relevant to employer and patron needs, including print and digital legal resources
- 도서관 간 대출 기회 활용
- Add incoming legal materials to the library database
- Apply call number labels to legal books and resources
추가 책임
- Create and enforce library policies
- Train and supervise assistants, staff, and volunteers
- 접근성을 보장하고 미국 장애인법 표준을 준수합니다.
- Stay current with developments in legal information, research techniques, and technology
소프트 스킬
- 분석
- 디테일에 대한 관심
- 협업
- 커뮤니케이션 기술
- 조정
- 고객 서비스
- 의사 결정
- 대인 관계 기술
- 정리 기술
- 지각력
- 문제 해결
- 올바른 판단
- 시간 관리
기술 능력
Law Librarians should have technical skills related to:
- Basic IT troubleshooting
- 법적 인용 및 참조 스타일
- 예산 책정
- Maintaining digital libraries
- Cataloging systems and metadata standards
- Library software
- Legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
- 기업 법무 부서
- 정부 기관
- 로펌
- 로스쿨
- 공공 법률 라이브러리
Law Librarians are vital members of the legal profession! They play a crucial role in assisting lawyers by providing valuable support in various aspects of legal research. Because their help is so important, they must stay current with legal developments and emerging technologies, which requires continuous learning. They sometimes work under tight deadlines while juggling multiple tasks at once. Due to the nature of their work, they have to maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards.
Law Librarians increasingly use technology to enhance legal research and library services in general. This includes the use of artificial intelligence for predictive analytics since AI can analyze past case outcomes to predict future case results.
In addition, AI-driven tools help lawyers understand complex legal texts, making research more efficient. AI can also automate the review of legal documents, contracts, and discovery materials, reducing the time spent on these tasks.
Another growing trend is the development of digital libraries which can store vast amounts of resources, accessible 24/7!
Law Librarians likely enjoyed reading and doing research. They may have been highly organized growing up, with a keen interest in helping others. Many participated in debate clubs, library clubs, or similar activities.
- 특정 학부 전공은 필요하지 않지만 인문 학사 학위가 일반적입니다.
- Law Librarians don’t have to be lawyers themselves, but they usually need a master’s degree in library science (MLS) from a program accredited by the American Library Association
- A master’s in information science (MIS) may also work
- Some Law Librarians earn a Juris Doctor degree as well, though it’s only required for ~20% of relevant jobs
- Many schools offer a joint JD/MLS degree
- 관련 대학 강의 주제는 다음과 같습니다:
- 데이터베이스 관리
- 정보 구성 및 관리
- 지적 재산권 법률
- 법률 조사 방법
- 법률 문서 작성 및 인용
- Students should complete internships in legal libraries to gain practical experience
- Law Librarians can join the American Association of Law Libraries or other organizations to take advantage of continuing education resources, scholarships, and networking opportunities
- Law Librarians often finish undergraduate degrees in legal studies, history, literature, or education. These degrees are very suitable for online and hybrid study. Graduates sign up for a Master of Library Science (or related program like Master of Information Studies or Master of Library and Information Studies). Programs should be accredited by the American Library Association.
Check out the faculty biographies to learn about their expertise in the field. - 졸업생의 취업률을 검토하세요.
- 수업료 및 수수료 비용을 비교하여 주 내 비용과 타주 비용을 확인하세요.
- 연방 지원금인 펠 그랜트를 포함한 장학금 및 재정 지원 옵션을 검토하세요.
- High school classes in English, history, business, and computer science are useful
- Engage in activities that involve research, such as debate clubs or library clubs
- Gain practical experience through part-time jobs, volunteer work, or internships in libraries
- AI와 같은 신기술과 관련된 업계 동향을 파악하세요.
- Watch YouTube videos about library science and legal research
- Read articles and journals such as Library Journal or Legal Reference Services Quarterly
- Visit public law libraries near you. Ask if you can set up an informational interview with one of the Law Librarians there, or contact a local law firm
- Look for Library Science program scholarships to help take off the financial burden of school
- Apply for library-related internships to gain practical experience and make connections
- Consider starting out as a paralegal or library assistant while working on your degrees at night
- Sign up for alerts on popular job portals like ZipRecruiter, SimplyHired, Indeed, Monster, and Glassdoor
- 네트워크에 있는 사람들에게 도서관 채용 정보에 대한 조언을 구하세요.
- Move to where the jobs are! Per BLS, the states with the highest employment level for librarians are New York, Texas, California, Ohio, and Florida
- 전직 교수 및 감독자에게 연락하여 개인 추천을 해줄 수 있는지 알아보세요.
- 이력서 및 모의 면접에 대한 도움을 받으려면 학교의 커리어 센터를 활용하세요.
- Check out Librarian resume samples
- 이력서가 오류가 없고 간결하며 최신 상태인지 확인하세요.
- Check out sample interview questions such as “Can you describe your experience with legal research databases such as Westlaw and LexisNexis?” or “How do you handle requests for information that may be confidential or sensitive?”
- 멋진 첫인상을 남기는 방법을 알아보세요!
- 인디드의 면접 복장 검토하기
- 승진 또는 급여 인상 기회에 대해 상사와 논의하세요.
- 승진에 도움이 된다면 법학 박사 학위 취득을 고려해 보세요.
- Train and mentor new Law Librarians and assistants
- Provide outstanding service to patrons to ensure positive experiences
- 항상 정확성과 기밀성을 강조하세요.
- Be an active participant in professional organizations such as the American Association of Law Libraries
- 새로운 기술 통합 등 지속적인 프로세스 개선을 위한 목표 설정
- Manage your budget effectively
- 화난 고객과 마주하더라도 항상 침착함을 유지하세요.
- If needed to advance, apply for jobs with other organizations
웹 사이트
- AALL 스펙트럼
- 미국 법률 도서관 협회
- 미국 도서관 협회
- 정보 과학 기술 협회
- 도서관 컬렉션 및 기술 서비스 협회
- 대학 및 연구 도서관 협회
- 대학 및 대학교 미디어 센터 컨소시엄
- 코넬 법률 정보 연구소
- Digital Library Federation
- 국제법률도서관협회
- Justia
- Law.com
- Law Librarians’ Society of Washington, D.C.
- 법률 도서관 저널
- 법률 도서관 마이크로폼 컨소시엄
- 법률 정보 관리
- 법률 정보 보존 연합
- LLRX.com
- 의학 도서관 협회
- 특수 도서관 협회
도서
- Copyright Law for Librarians and Educators: Creative Strategies and Practical Solutions, by Kenneth D. Crews
- Law Librarian: Passbooks Study Guide, by National Learning Corporation
- Law Librarian Use of Google and its Apps & Features, by Primary Research Group Staff
Law Librarians are crucial to the legal profession, but their career field is relatively small compared to others. For those who want to explore other career options, consider jobs such as:
- 학술 사서
- 아카이브
- 변호사
- 고등학교 교사
- 정보 과학자
- 교육 코디네이터
- 법률 지원
- Library Assistant
- 박물관 작업자
- Research Analyst