Eileen Schnur, Ward and Smith's Library and Research Services Manager, has been elected Vice President of the Raleigh Area Law Librarians Association (RALLA).
This is a testament to her hard work and dedication in the field of law librarianship, as well as her passion for advocating for legal information access within her local community.
Eileen has served in her new role since January, where she has since created professional relationships that will prove to guide her first year in this leadership role. She has been particularly focused on improving member engagement and satisfaction, implementing new programs to support professional development, and fostering greater collaboration among members. She has a vested interest in exploring ideas for resource sharing programs and open source content.
RALLA is an active association of professional law librarians from Raleigh and surrounding areas. This organization fosters collaboration among its members and keeps members actively engaged in career-focused professional development opportunities.
Drawing from her background in library & information science, Eileen has since taken on the role of Library and Research Services Manager at Ward and Smith, where her primary focus is ensuring that the firm's legal researchers have access to cutting-edge resources and innovative technology. With her unwavering dedication to providing exceptional service, Eileen is committed to keeping the library at the forefront of our extensive legal community. Her goal is to continue offering comprehensive and relevant collections and services that help cement the library's essential partnership with the legal team at Ward and Smith for years to come.