Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Law Librarianship

Interested in exploring a career as a law librarian? Our new research guide on Law Librarianship can help you discover more about the profession and job opportunities. It can be a great way to use your legal training in an alternative career.

Most places that employ a group of lawyers, also have law librarians. Possibilities include state and federal courts, agencies and legislatures.Some states have county or state law libraries and every law school has an academic law library. Larger firms and corporations also hire librarians. Each of these types of libraries will determine what type of patrons you serve and the resources that are most useful.

The guide also links to salary surveys, educational requirements, grant and scholarship opportunities and resources for professional development.  If you might be interested in exploring law librarianship as a career option, check out the guide and then come talk to one of the law librarians at the Westminster Law Library. We are happy to answer any questions that you might have.

Written by Patty Wellinger, Reference Services Coordinator