Summary
Richard Vankoningsveld is an information professional with over 20 years’ experience specialising in Australian law libraries, currently leading Library Research Services at Clayton Utz. He has progressed through hands-on and technical library roles—from systems and technology support to membership coordination—bringing a rare blend of legal research expertise and operational systems know-how. Richard has a strong track record in managing electronic resources, LMS administration and delivering practical research services across courts, universities and major firms. He also contributes to professional development in the sector, having supported Software Carpentry workshops and run membership operations for the Australian Law Librarians’ Association. Based in Brisbane, he combines academic training in information and library studies with a creative arts background, hinting at an unconventional, design-minded approach to information challenges. Colleagues know him for turning complex legal information needs into efficient, user-focused services.
11 years of coding experience
2 years of employment as a software developer
Diploma of Library and Information Studies Library Science, Diploma of Library and Information Studies Library Science at Southbank Institute of TAFE
BA (Hons) Ceramics and Glass Fine/Studio Arts General, BA (Hons) Ceramics and Glass Fine/Studio Arts General at Buckinghamshire New University
Graduate Diploma Information and Library Studies Information Libraries, Graduate Diploma Information and Library Studies Information Libraries at Curtin University