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A highly organized and detail-oriented professional seeking the position of Assistant in a Law Library. Bringing robust experience in library operations, legal research, and a keen understanding of legal reference materials to provide exceptional support to library users and staff.
[Library Name], [City, State]
[Start Date] - Present
Assisted in cataloging, shelving, and maintaining legal reference materials.
Assisted library patrons using digital and physical resources.
Trained new staff and volunteers on library protocols and digital tools.
Handled interlibrary loan requests and coordinated with other libraries.
[Previous Company Name], [City, State]
[Start Date] - [End Date]
Researched legal information online and offline to aid attorneys.
Managed legal documents and case files for easy access.
Assisted in the preparation of legal briefs and other documentation as needed.
Ensured confidentiality and compliance with standards.
Master of Library Science (MLS)
[University Name], [City, State]
Graduated: [Month, Year]
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
[University Name], [City, State]
Graduated: [Month, Year]
Certified Legal Research Specialist
Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC)
Proficient in legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other online databases.
Experienced in cataloging and library management systems (ILS).
Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in team settings and independently manage tasks.
Legal Research Expertise: Proficient in conducting comprehensive legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other online databases to support case preparations and provide accurate information to library patrons.
Library Operations: Experienced in cataloging, shelving, and maintaining legal reference materials by library standards, ensuring easy access and retrieval.
Training and Leadership: Skilled in training new staff and volunteers on library procedures and digital research tools, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Documentation Management: Organized and managed legal documents and case files, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with firm and legal standards.
Customer Service: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, providing exceptional service to library users and supporting their research needs effectively.
Outstanding Service Award, City Public Library
Recognized for consistently providing exceptional research assistance and customer service to library patrons, resulting in positive feedback and increased user satisfaction.
Published Article: "Advancements in Legal Research Methodologies"
Co-authored an article published in the Journal of Legal Information Management, contributing insights into effective legal research strategies and methodologies.
Recipient of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) Scholarship
Awarded scholarship funding to attend the AALL Annual Meeting, enhancing knowledge of cutting-edge practices in law librarianship and information management.
Leadership in Training and Development
Commended for training and mentoring new library staff and volunteers on library procedures and digital research tools, improving team efficiency and effectiveness.
American Association of Law Libraries (AALL)
Special Libraries Association (SLA)
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