The Law Library is excited to welcome you to NYU! Whether you are new to the Law School or just need a refresher, please find some of our Fall services and programs below:
Ask a Librarian
Need help with legal research? Unsure of where to find a book, article, or legal document? Ask a librarian! We are here to help you with all your reference needs, so click here for information about how to ask us questions.
Study Spaces
The Law Library has many study spaces, varying in permitted noise level. Click here in our bio to learn more about choosing a study space, where to find course reserves, how to book the Group Study Room, and more!
Library Tours and Instructional Sessions
We will be offering tours of the Law Library and Instructional Sessions throughout the semester. Check out the Library’s calendar to see our upcoming programming and sign up for events.
Study Aids
The Law Library has subscriptions to:
- West Academic Study Aids which includes Hornbooks, Nutshells, Gilbert Law Summaries, and Blackletter Outlines, as well as guides to law school success and beyond.
- Aspen Learning Library which includes Examples & Explanations (aka the “E&Es”), Emanuel Law Outlines, Glannon Guides, Emanuel CrunchTime, and Casenote Legal Briefs.
- CALI which offers interactive lessons. Registration information is at the Reference Desk and online here. After clicking the link, click the “Additional Info” tab below the description for signup instructions.
Circulating Technology
The Law Library has a limited amount of technological equipment students may borrow to use while studying. Stop by the Circulation Desk to borrow the following equipment:
- Portable Monitors
- Wireless, Noise-Canceling Headphones
- Laptop Stands
- LegalPads (keyboard extension for legal symbols)
- Book Stands
- Wireless mice
- Wireless keyboards
- Lap desks for soft seating
Stay Updated
Check out our Welcome Table by the Vanderbilt Hall entrance, Instagram (@nyulawlibrary), and home page to stay up to date on what’s going on at the Law Library.
We look forward to seeing you this semester!