About the Library

The William Taylor Muse Law Library is a spacious facility in which students can study and conduct legal research. Occupying four stories of the University of Richmond School of Law building, the library features ample study areas as well as group study rooms that are available for law student use. Online public catalog work stations also provide easy access to many of the library's collections.

University of Richmond School of Law Library Mission Statement  

The University of Richmond School of Law Library supports the educational, research, scholarship, and service goals of the Law School students, faculty, and staff and the use of technology throughout the Law School.  The Law Library also serves as an important source of legal information for Law School alumni, the University community, and the public.

(Mission statement approved, August 2009)


Hours

Spring Semester Hours:

Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - midnight
Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - midnight
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.


Library hours and special closing announcements are also available on the library hours phone line, (804) 287-6552, and are posted in advance on the board by the library's entrance. 

Library closing procedures commence approximately 15 minutes prior to closing time. All patrons should complete photocopying, return reserve materials, re-shelve books, and check out library materials 15 minutes prior to closing.

Other Law Library Hours Information.