Courtney Selby

Courtney Selby is the Associate Dean for Library Services and Professor of Legal Research at St. John’s University School of Law. She holds a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Tulsa, an M.L.I.S. from the University of Oklahoma, and a J.D. from the University of Tulsa College of Law. Her work focuses on legal research methodologies, law librarianship, and integrating technology into legal education. She actively contributes to the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) and the Association of American Law Schools (AALS), emphasizing collaborative approaches to online instruction and curriculum development. Her research spans critical information literacy, fair use doctrines, and state-specific legal resources like New York Legal Research. She teaches courses on scholarly writing and advanced legal research, prioritizing strategy-based and practice-ready skills for legal professionals.

Her publications reflect a commitment to advancing legal education and library science, addressing topics such as faculty-driven innovation in online teaching and collection development policies. She leads interdisciplinary initiatives at the intersection of law and technology, fostering student-centered learning environments. Her roles in library management, including managing union employees, highlight her expertise in organizational leadership within academic settings.

Professor Selby’s contributions bridge legal practice, pedagogy, and librarianship, shaping contemporary approaches to legal research and information management. She remains a key figure in modernizing legal education through technology integration and collaborative strategies.