AALL Annual Meeting & Conference 2006

The AALL Annual Meeting & Conference is the premier event organized by the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL), a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to promoting and enhancing the value of law libraries to the legal and public communities. The 2006 conference marked the 99th gathering of this esteemed association, bringing together law librarians, legal information professionals, and industry experts from across the nation.

The 2006 conference featured a diverse array of programs and workshops designed to address the evolving needs of the legal information community. Key sessions included "Let’s All Wiki Wiki! Creative Uses for Wikis in Any Library," "Invasion of the Podcast People: Podcasting for the Law Library," "Managing Beyond the Library: Successful Management of IT Departments for Law Librarians," and "Beyond Google: Hot New and Specialty Search Engines." These sessions underscored the conference's commitment to embracing technological advancements and innovative practices within law libraries.

Attendees had the opportunity to engage in various networking events, including roundtable discussions on topics such as organizing legal databases on library websites and website design and maintenance. The conference also hosted an exhibit area featuring the latest products and services from leading vendors in the legal information industry. Notable speakers, such as John Mayer, Executive Director of CALI, addressed attendees during the annual breakfast meeting, providing insights into the future of legal education and technology.

The AALL Annual Meeting & Conference is ideal for law librarians, legal information professionals, and those interested in the intersection of law and technology. Participants gain valuable knowledge on emerging trends, develop practical skills through hands-on workshops, and build connections with peers and industry leaders, all contributing to the advancement of their professional practice.