Much is being written and said about disruption in the legal industry. The same is true of the supposed "end" of law librarianship. Believe it or not, today's disruption is our best chance to ensure that law librarians remain vital for years to come. Are…
We often talk about the library of the future. Yet so many continue to question whether there will even be libraries in the generations ahead. Here is a hopeful case for not only their continued existence, but their very vitality. Put on some sunglasses because…
This week’s feature job comes from LibSource, LAC Group’s managed services division. LibSource is seeking a Law Librarian for a full-time, permanent position working at a well-known law firm in San Francisco. This role is focused on providing research and reference support to staff and…
This week’s feature job comes from LAC Federal, LAC Group’s federal government contracting division. LAC Federal is seeking a reference and research librarian with a specialty in business intelligence to work at a prestigious government agency. This is a full-time, benefited position, working in Washington…
A resume plays a vital role in your interview. Choosing a format is key - Chronological, Functional and Combination, whichever fits you best. But more importantly spend the time to create an attention grabbing header and remember your resume is the very first mode of…
This week’s feature job comes from LibSource, LAC Group’s managed and virtual services division. LibSource is seeking a law librarian to work full-time on a permanent basis at a prestigious law firm in San Francisco. This role is focused on legal and business research as…
I think women generally are more concerned about relationships, we tend to be more hesitant to say no, and we want to keep everyone happy. But being able to say no is critical when negotiating compensation. If you find yourself on the spot during an…
This week’s feature job comes from LibGig, LAC Group’s staffing, recruiting and special projects division. LibGig is looking for a law librarian for a small law firm located in Orange County, CA. This is a full-time position with the firm, leading the firm’s library in…
How many times do you describe something as being "very . . . ". Very is considered one of the most overused words in the English lexicon. Here's a little primer to help you get over your own addiction to the word. Using big words…
The results of Deloitte's recent global outsourcing survey are rather telling. As a trend, it is picking up steam. The motivating factor, however, is not cost. The emphasis is on value. At LibSource, value is not just a factor, it is our priority and our…