Arthur W. Diamond Law Library

Arthur W. Diamond Law Library is the primary law library of Columbia Law School in New York City. It is one of the largest academic law libraries in the United States, providing extensive resources and services to support the research and educational needs of students, faculty, and legal professionals.

History[edit | edit source]

The Arthur W. Diamond Law Library was established in 1984 and named in honor of Arthur W. Diamond, a prominent lawyer and philanthropist. The library has grown significantly since its inception, both in terms of its physical collection and its digital resources.

Collections[edit | edit source]

The library's collection includes over 1 million volumes, encompassing a wide range of legal materials such as case law, statutes, regulations, treatises, and law reviews. The library also provides access to numerous electronic databases, offering comprehensive coverage of both domestic and international legal information.

Services[edit | edit source]

The Arthur W. Diamond Law Library offers a variety of services to its patrons, including:

Reference services: Professional librarians are available to assist with legal research and reference inquiries.
Interlibrary loan: The library participates in interlibrary loan programs, allowing users to borrow materials from other libraries.
Study spaces: The library provides numerous study areas, including individual carrels, group study rooms, and quiet study zones.
Workshops and training sessions: The library conducts workshops and training sessions on legal research techniques and the use of electronic resources.

Special Collections[edit | edit source]

The library houses several special collections, including rare books, historical legal documents, and archives related to notable legal scholars and practitioners. These collections are available for research by appointment.

Access and Membership[edit | edit source]

The Arthur W. Diamond Law Library is primarily accessible to students, faculty, and staff of Columbia Law School. However, access may also be granted to members of the legal community and researchers with specific needs.