GPLLA Newsletter

Winter 2026

Executive Board Message

Welcome to the Winter 2026 GPLLA Newsletter! While the calendar year has just started, GPLLA’s year is only at the mid-point. So far, we have had several exciting events and are looking forward to an active Spring (and hopefully some warmer weather).

As always, if there is programming or services that you would like to see from GPLLA, please reach out to me or any members of our board or committees to share your comments. We are here to serve you, the members of GPLLA!

Sincerely, 

Membership Renewal

Has your GPLLA membership lapsed? Visit GPLLA’s website to renew your membership and take advantage of all of the exciting events and opportunities we have to offer!

GPLLA 2026 Annual Institute: The State of Law Librarianship Today

We are so excited for our upcoming Institute on March 20. This year’s Institute is graciously being hosted at Reed Smith’s office in Center City. After several years of Institute’s looking at the universe of legal information more broadly, we are turning an introspective lens on the profession of law librarianship. Panel discussions will cover topics like managing library budgets in an era of uncertainty; trends and developments around salaries, credentials, and career prospects; and how roles, responsibilities, and titles are changing. Thanks to Thomson Reuters Information Management Consultant Team for their support. 

Registration is open until March 15 and includes lunch and a post-institute happy hour with food and drinks at nearby Victory Brewing from 5:30 – 7:00! Thanks to LexisNexis for making the happy hour possible! 

A Look at GPLLA History: Holiday Parties

It was great to see everyone who was able to make it to GPLLA’s Holiday Party at Rosy’s Taco Bar in January. Which leads me to ask, where were you on December 10, 2014 (a mere twelve years ago)?

An excellent crowd at the 2014 Holiday Party at DiBruno Brothers

Perhaps you attended GPLLA’s 2014 Holiday Party hosted at DiBruno Brothers.

A board member enjoying the delicious DiBruno Bro's spread during the 2014 party.

From the pictures and executive board reports ($300 budgeted for beverages; up from $260 the year before!) it looks like a great time!

Social Responsibilities Committee Update

The Social Responsibility Committee’s recently updated free legal research guide,Pennsylvania Legal Research 101. The guide is available as a website or a downloadable PDF. 

Originally launched by the SRC in 2022, Pennsylvania Legal Research 101 aims to support the legal information needs of the Greater Philadelphia community. It is our hope that this guide makes a small contribution to the greater Access to Justice movement by increasing Pennsylvanians’ access to–and understanding of–legal information. The guide was thoroughly reviewed by SRC members in 2025 with an eye towards ensuring that information is up-to-date and links to external resources continue to function as intended. We urge all GPLLA members to use and share this resource.

A strong contingent of GPLLA members at the SRC's Books Through Bars event. 

On February 21, GPLLA’s Social Responsibilities Committee organized a volunteer session at Books Through Bars Philadelphia. GPLLA members and their guests opened letters from individuals in prison in Pennsylvania and beyond, selected books to fulfill their requests, and invoiced book orders for shipping. They met up afterwards at a nearby café to enjoy light refreshments. Keep an eye out for the next volunteer event if you are interested in participating!

Get Involved with GPLLA

GPLLA is seeking candidates for several executive board positions for the 2026 - 2027 year. Board positions require only a few hours of service each month but provide endless opportunity for engagement, service, and professional development. If you are interested in ensuring GPLLA’s continued offering of services and events please reach out to learn more!  

If you’d like to be involved but are not ready for the fun and excitement of a board position, we have a number of committee roles available too. Please reach out to learn more!

March 20:
GPLLA 2026 Institute: The State of Law Librarianship Today

Join us for GPLLA’s Annual Institute. We have an exciting lineup of speakers who will explore how budgets, salaries, and roles are developing in our profession. Registration includes lunch and happy hour.

Late Spring:
Lunch & Learn Event

Look out for information about a timely and engaging lunch-and-learn event!

Late(r) Spring:
Spring Business Meeting & Social Event

At GPLLA's Spring Business meeting we will vote on candidates for next year's board and enjoy refreshments and connecting with colleagues. 

March 10: 
Bridging the AI Gap Between Law School & Professional Life

This AALL webinar will provide techniques and tips for ensuring that law students, summer associates, and new-professionals understand how to use AI tools to plan for and assess research outcomes. This program should be of interest to anyone who teaches or trains future or current attorneys.

April 15: 
Copyright Clearance Center Insights as the 1976 Copyright Act Turns 50

During this AALL webinar the Vice-President and General Counsel at Copyright Clearance Center, Catherine Zaller Rowland, will share insight about the 1976 Copyright Act, its impact on law librarianship, and the services and resources available from the Copyright Clerance Center.

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