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Lillian Goldman Law Library
The Lillian Goldman Law Library is the law library of Yale Law School, located in New Haven, Connecticut. It is one of the most comprehensive and prestigious law libraries in the world, serving the research and educational needs of the Yale Law School community and beyond.
History[edit | edit source]
The library was established in 1843, making it one of the oldest law libraries in the United States. It was named in honor of Lillian Goldman, a philanthropist and supporter of legal education, following a significant donation by the Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust in 1995.
Collections[edit | edit source]
The Lillian Goldman Law Library boasts an extensive collection of legal materials, including:
- Over one million volumes of print materials
- A vast array of electronic resources
- Rare books and manuscripts
- Government documents
- International and foreign law collections
The library's collection is particularly strong in areas such as constitutional law, human rights, and legal history.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The library is housed within the Sterling Law Building, which is also home to Yale Law School. The facility includes:
- Reading rooms
- Study carrels
- Group study rooms
- Computer labs
- A rare book room
Services[edit | edit source]
The Lillian Goldman Law Library offers a wide range of services to support legal research and education, including:
- Reference and research assistance
- Interlibrary loan services
- Access to specialized legal databases
- Instructional sessions on legal research methods
Notable Features[edit | edit source]
The library is known for its innovative use of technology and its commitment to providing access to legal information. It has been a leader in digitizing legal materials and making them available online.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Yale Law School
- Sterling Law Building
- Lillian Goldman Charitable Trust
- Legal education in the United States
- Law library
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