A few years ago, the Wisconsin State Law Library (WSLL) collaborated with library systems to bring a workshop to libraries about the court system. As a former reference librarian, my favorite part of that workshop was the Legal Research presentation. The resources available at the WSLL are incredible.
As part of this year's Adult Services & Programming Workshop on August 8, WSLL offered to host our annual gathering and present a workshop called "It's a Trap! How to Avoid Giving Legal Advice in Reference Services."
Librarians can be at the front lines of the legal system. Helping users to access legal information and resources can be complicated. Where is the line between research help and giving legal advice? How can you determine which sources are authoritative or up to date? This session gives examples and practical tips, including phrases you can use to manage your users’ expectations. Discover online sources for case law, statutes, and regulations, and understand how the Wisconsin State Law Library’s website and services can be used to optimize your legal reference services.
In addition to the workshop, come prepared to share your top 5 programs from the last year. Was there a program that was a hit? Or not? We want to hear about it! This is your opportunity to network and connect with other Adult Services and Programming Librarians in SCLS. As I did last year, I'll compile a list of the program ideas and share with all attendees.
After the workshop, librarians from WSLL will give a tour to all interested. I hope you can join me at the beautiful David T. Prosser State Law Library for this year's workshop.
Details: August 8, 2019 from 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Wisconsin State Law Library - Rare Books Room, 120 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Madison. Parking is available in a variety of ramps around the square. Register here!
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