The Law Library's hours for the Labor Day Holiday Weekend (August 30- September 1) are as follows:
Saturday, August 30: 9am-5pm
Sunday, August 31: 10am-10pm
Monday, September 1: 10am-6pm
For a complete listing of the library's hours of operation, please click here.
Welcome back to the law library!
A collection of recommended reading is currently on display in the library lobby. It features practical advice, inspirational works, and additional titles focused on law school success. Visit Collections for more titles about starting and succeeding in your law school journey. All of the featured books are available for check out.
The display and Collections link will be available through the end of September. Library guides about Academic Success and 1L & New Student Survival Guide are always available.
First year and returning students - Sign up for a 15 minute tour of the Law Library and see what resources are available to you throughout your Law School experience. The tour will cover the physical space and collection of the library, as well as highlighting electronic and digital resources on the library's website. Spaces are limited, so register for a spot on the tour!
Both in-person and Zoom tours available. The in-person tour may include walking up one flight of stairs in the library. Please let us know if you have any accommodation needs.
Please email csl-ref@cua.edu with any questions.
The law library will have the new 22nd edition available for in-library use this fall.
Ask about Course Reserves at the circulation desk.
Check out the various resources for law students to prepare for and use during their summer employment. Including resources from Lexis+ and Westlaw:
Summer hours begin on Tuesday, May 27th.
Monday - Thursday: 10am-9pm
Friday: 10am-6pm
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: 12pm-8pm
Check https://law-cua.libcal.com/hours/ for the most up to date information on library and reference hours.
Congratulations, graduates! The law library wishes you every success.
The Law Library's hours for the spring 2025 final exam period (May 5 - May 16) are as follows:
May 5 - 8: 8am - 12am
May 9 - 11: 8am - 11pm
May 12 - 14: 8am - 12am
May 15: 8am - 7pm
May 16: 10am - 6pm
For a complete listing of the Law Library's hours of operation please click here.
Grab some snacks and drinks in the law library lobby on Wednesday, April 30, as you fuel up for final exams.
Date: April 30
Time: 12pm AND 5pm
Where: Law Library Lobby
Share advice and tips for incoming 1Ls and enter to win a new study pod for your exclusive use from April 30 - May 16 during library hours.
Check bit.ly/CSLclosure for more info.
The DuFour Law Library will be CLOSED for remediation on
Friday, September 12th
Saturday, September 13th
Sunday, September 14th
may also be closed on
Monday, September 15th
While the library is closed there will be no access to the library's physical space or collection.
Please plan ahead if you will need access to course reserve materials during this time.