Public law librarianship : objectives, challenges, and solutions

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Where to find it

Law Library — 1st Floor Collection (1st floor)

Call Number
Z675.L2 S45 2013
Status
Available

Summary

While there are common misconceptions regarding the definition of a public law library, it can be defined as a government mandated library which provides the public with access to legal resources. Largely, public law libraries are instituted by state or federal law.Public Law Librarianship: Objectives, Challenges, and Solutions aims to introduce firsthand knowledge on the funding, organizational structures, and governance related to the public law library. This book includes comprehensive research for current and future public law librarians to provide administrative guidance and professional sources essential for running a public law library.

Contents

Introduction to public law libraries -- Patron base -- Governance and organizational structures -- General library management -- Personnel -- Public relations -- Collection development -- Technology, contracts and electronic resources -- Technical services -- Public services.

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