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Law Library

Open until 5pm - Full Hours /

Full Hours

EXAM PERIOD RESTRICTED ACCESS: As of Friday, December 1, use of the Law Library study spaces are restricted to members of the law school community throughout the law school study and exam period. 

Members of the Cornell community may use their Cornell ID to access the building to pick up books, return books, seek reference help, or for general Law Library inquiries.  All other guests who wish to access the Law Library during our regular hours of operation must email lawcirc@cornell.edu or call (607) 255-7236 at least 24 hours in advance to schedule an appointment.

Law School students, faculty, and staff are required to use their Cornell ID card to access Law Library outside of the law library hours listed above.

The Law Library circulation desk is staffed during library hours.  Members of the Law School community may also schedule a virtual consultation with a research librarian by emailing lawref@cornell.edu or calling 607-255-3242. Please allow 1 business day for a reply.