Current Library Operation Schedule
Beginning Monday, March 23d the library building will be completely CLOSED . Library staff will be working remotely and can be contacted by email with research and technical questions. For questions about accessing Law Library materials, including digital scanning services and book retrieval, please contact Andrew Frank.
Staff Directory and Contact Information
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A guide to teaching, learning, research, and information resources at the University of Richmond School of Law during the COVID-19 crisis
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Library News // Blog
- Prepare to Practice Virtual Research Sessions
This year's Prepare to Practice sessions are available virtually, with links and handouts in our research guide. - Grad Access to Online Resources
Graduation from law school doesn’t mean that you lose all access to the resources you’ve grown to depend upon for the last three years. Some resources will be available for a few months and some for the rest of your - Summer Access to Bloomberg Law, Lexis, and Westlaw
A FAQ every May is "Can I use my law school account in my summer job?" The answer is "It depends." - Muse Law Library’s COVID-19 Resource Guide
Have a question about law library, law school, or university updates during the COVID-19 crisis? Don’t know who to ask to get materials on reserve or get help with technology? Don’t know how to ask a reference question? Want someplace - Remote Access to Textbooks and Study Aids – UPDATED
Read this post to find options for electronic access to law school textbooks and study aids. - Duo Security for Law Students
UPDATE March 15, 2020: Please remember that you need Duo to use our Virtual Private Network (VPN) via Anyconnect and to log into Bannerweb when you’re off campus. - Remote Legal Research and Reference Resources
The law library provides online synchronous chat, telephone support, and assistance via email. Whether or not you're on campus, we're here to help. - Want a campus job?
Law Library circulation is looking for 10 class of 2022 students for the fall - Law Library Spring Break Hours
The Law Library will have shortened hours for Spring break 3/6 to 3/14. - You Talked – We Listened
In the most recent student survey conducted by the library – we asked students what type of research classes they felt would be most valuable. The topics students were most interested in were business, corporate, and criminal law. Beginning in
Featured Resources // Blog
- Access to Online Video Streaming Service – Kanopy
What is Kanopy? Kanopy is an online video streaming platform that offers on-demand access to thousands of documentaries, independent films, world cinema, and tv series. What kinds of things do they have available to watch? See for yourself! Kanopy’s selection - New Materials (April 2020)
Recently-acquired book titles from Richmond Law Library. Browse titles. - New E-Books (April 2020)
Recently new e-books titles from Richmond Law Library Catalog. - New E-Books (March 2020)
Recently new e-books titles from Richmond Law Library Catalog. - New Materials (March 2020)
Recently-acquired book titles from Richmond Law Library. Browse titles. - Free Adobe Creative Suite through May 31
Through May 31, University of Richmond students, faculty, and staff can download and use Adobe Creative Suite for free. - Michie’s, Statutes, and more available electronically
Do you need model jury instructions, the code, or a benchbook? You’re in luck, the library now offers access to the Lexis Digital Library with hundreds of titles for research and practice. All titles are available for use both online - Remote Access to Textbooks and Study Aids – UPDATED
Read this post to find options for electronic access to law school textbooks and study aids. - Zoom – Set up your account
Your professors will be using Zoom and other technologies to teach remotely. It's time to set up your account and familiarize yourself with this user-friendly tool before classes resume. - New Materials (February 2020)
Recently-acquired book titles from Richmond Law Library. Around 90 titles.
Library Technology // Blog
- Access to Online Video Streaming Service – Kanopy
What is Kanopy? Kanopy is an online video streaming platform that offers on-demand access to thousands of documentaries, independent films, world cinema, and tv series. What kinds of things do they have available to watch? See for yourself! Kanopy’s selection - New Phone? Register it for DUO
Have you recently replaced your phone? Expecting a new phone for graduation (or, it's just that time)? Don't forget to register it with the University for DUO. - Grad Access to Online Resources
Graduation from law school doesn’t mean that you lose all access to the resources you’ve grown to depend upon for the last three years. Some resources will be available for a few months and some for the rest of your - Summer Access to Bloomberg Law, Lexis, and Westlaw
A FAQ every May is "Can I use my law school account in my summer job?" The answer is "It depends." - Free Adobe Creative Suite through May 31
Through May 31, University of Richmond students, faculty, and staff can download and use Adobe Creative Suite for free. - Duo Security for Law Students
UPDATE March 15, 2020: Please remember that you need Duo to use our Virtual Private Network (VPN) via Anyconnect and to log into Bannerweb when you’re off campus. - Zoom – Set up your account
Your professors will be using Zoom and other technologies to teach remotely. It's time to set up your account and familiarize yourself with this user-friendly tool before classes resume. - Are you Exam4 Ready for Exams?
Now is the time to download and install the latest version of Exam4, and other important handy tips regarding Exam4 - Adding Bookmarks in Panopto classroom lecture recordings.
In anticipation of exams starting next week, I wanted to share two tips about Panopto videos that you might not already be aware of. If your professor records your classes, you can actually search the entire lecture for “key words” - Keep your files safe – Backup and Sync
Did you know your google account is yours for life AND has unlimited space? Learn how to BACK UP and SYNC to your UR account
Contact Information
Circulation: (804) 289-8637
Reference Desk: (804) 289-8685
Technology Services: (804) 289-8975
Reference Desk Hours
- Monday-Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Saturday* 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday* 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Reference Services are currently limited to email and online chat only
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