Parsons, Patrick and Niedringhaus, Kristina L. and Zhang, Alex, Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Law Libraries (December 01, 2024). Georgia State University College of Law, Legal Studies Research Paper Forthcoming, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=5118446 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5118446  – “The Southeast Roundtable Report summarizes the discussions from a day-long conference held on March 1, 2024, at Georgia State University College of Law, focusing on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on law libraries. Participants, including legal professionals, law librarians, and academics, explored AI’s implications for services, staffing, and space in legal information environments. Key takeaways highlight the necessity of proactive AI adoption, emphasizing the need for law libraries to integrate AI into operations while maintaining a human-centered approach. Discussions underscored AI’s potential to enhance access to justice, streamline research services, and optimize physical and digital library spaces. However, challenges such as staff resistance, over-reliance on AI, budget constraints, and data privacy concerns were also identified.The report outlines strategic needs, including ongoing professional development, hybrid space design, and interdisciplinary collaboration. It also proposes innovative solutions such as AI training programs, open-source AI tool development, and fostering a culture of experimentation to ensure libraries remain relevant in an AI-driven landscape. The findings will contribute to a larger white paper synthesizing insights from regional roundtables, providing actionable recommendations for law libraries navigating AI integration.”