Lillian Goldman Law Library

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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.