2017 AALL Annual Meeting / Find Your Inspiration in Austin

AALL 2017 / FEBRUARY UPDATE

FIND YOUR INSPIRATION

We champion our profession and our members, and AALL 2017 attendees are the thought-leaders, early-adopters, advisers, and pathfinders in the rapidly changing world of legal information. Join us in Austin and return to your workplace inspired, energized, and connected.

Inspired. AALL members are problem solvers of the highest order who help define the dozens of must-have programs, part of the robust slate of educational programs and preconference workshops designed to empower an evolving profession. Keynote speaker Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative, will share his experiences defending some of America's most rejected and marginalized people, recounting stories of heartbreak and encouragement.
Energized. There's no better place to embrace the radical transformation of the legal industry than in Austin, an innovation hub that celebrates its eclecticism, a music mecca, and a first-time host to AALL. This year's Exhibit Hall will be buzzing with the latest tools to keep you at the top of your game, as well as exhibitor showcase sessions, daily prize drawings, poster sessions, and discussion dens.
Connected. No other event affords this kind of access to the legal information community; connect with your peers to gain perspective only they can provide.

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Find Your Inspiration in Austin!

KEYNOTE BRYAN STEVENSON

LAWYER, ACTIVIST, AND AUTHOR


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Visionary legal thinker and social justice advocate, Bryan Stevenson is the founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) in Montgomery, Alabama. As a widely acclaimed public interest lawyer, he has dedicated his career to helping the poor, the incarcerated, and the condemned. In his keynote, "American Injustice: Mercy, Humanity, and Making a Difference," Stevenson will talk about defending some of America's most rejected and marginalized people, recounting stories of heartbreak and inspiration, while motivating change.

Stevenson's work fighting poverty and challenging racial discrimination in the criminal justice system has won him numerous awards. He is a graduate of Harvard Law School and Harvard School of Government and recipient of 26 honorary doctorate degrees. He is the author of award-winning and New York Times bestseller, Just Mercy. In 2015, Stevenson was named to the Time 100 recognizing the world's most influential people. More recently, Fortune named him to its 2016 World's Greatest Leaders list.

AALL wishes to thank this year's gold sponsors Bloomberg Law, LexisNexis,
and Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory US for their generous support of the keynote address.

AALL IN AUSTIN

AN AUTHENTIC TEXAS ADVENTURE

Years ago when people talked about Austin they would quickly mention the music--with good reason: as the Live Music Capital of the World®, Austin sways to the strum of its own guitar. But that's just the beginning of what they're saying these days. It's also home to world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces.

You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated historical museum. Then enjoy Austin's legendary barbecue, farm-to-table cuisine, or a James Beard-recognized restaurant--down the street from a gourmet donut trailer. And let's not forget the bats at sunset. Book your stay through AALL's housing partner to get the best hotel rates, and relax knowing you can always make adjustments later without penalty.

NEW TO THE CONFERENCE OR LAW LIBRARIANSHIP?

JUST FOR YOU

HOST PROGRAM

Our Host Program connects first-time attendees and newer AALL members with veteran meeting attendees to help newcomers confidently navigate the meeting, select programs to attend, and network with colleagues.

CONFERENCE OF NEWER LAW LIBRARIANS (CONELL)

CONELL is a daylong orientation to AALL to welcome newer members, introduce them to the Association and its leaders, and facilitate networking with peers. Attendees have the opportunity to talk with representatives from AALL's committees and special interest sections to learn firsthand how to get involved and maximize the benefits of membership.