The Rinn Law Library is a member of the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP). While some space and resources are made available to members of the public for their legal research needs; the library primarily serves the needs of the faculty, staff, and students at DePaul university. Researchers who want access to the collection, but are not enrolled at, or employed by the university, must request access by pre-arranged appointment. To request an appointment, please fill out the Ask a Law Librarian email form
When the College of Law is in session, reference librarians are available to provide basic reference assistance and suggest general research strategies. For current hours, please visit the library's Hours page
Reference Service
Patrons may also send an email using online reference. A reference librarian will respond as soon as possible, usually within one business day. University holidays may result in longer response times. When the College of Law is in session, reference librarians are available to provide basic reference assistance and suggest general research strategies.
For current Reference hours, please visit the Library's Hours page
Library Collection
Most of the library's print and microforms collection is available for reading and research purposes. Additionally, public patrons have access to both print and electronic federal government depository material.
Members of the public who need access to the physical collection are required to have a staff approved appointment and entry pass . Please complete the online reference form to request access.
Computers
Public visitors may use one of the workstations in the reference area to search the DePaul and I-Share libraries' catalogs as well as selected federal and state government websites. Additionally, there are two terminals that provide access to Westlaw for the general public to evaluate and locate citations to legal authority.
Photocopying
The law library has a photocopier available for public use. A courtesy copy card is available at the Circulation Desk. The card has a limited number of copies and we ask patrons to be prudent when using it.
Questions or concerns regarding access to the Rinn Law Library should be directed to Allen Moye, Associate Dean for IT and Library Services, at
amoye@depaul.edu