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Law Library Services Update - COVID-19

This guide is designed to provide you with additional information on the Law Library operations and services at this time. We encourage you to utilize the many remote library resources and services available. You will find links to more information about these resources and services on the left.

As information can quickly change, please continue to check the sites below for the latest hours, operations and service updates:

For more information about library services for Spring 2021, please see the library's Spring 2021 FAQ.

Checking In at the Library

Until further notice, the law library will be requiring students to complete a short Google Form each time you enter the library.

You can access the form by scanning the QR code on the sign located near the library's security gates or by typing the URL (also on the sign) into your web browser.  You can also access the form here.

Library Policies

During the Spring 2021 semester, the following policies are in place to promote the health and safety of all users:

  • A mask must be worn at all times while in the Library, including in bathrooms, carrels, and group study rooms.
  • No food or drink are allowed in the Library.
  • Use the provided disinfectant wipes and/or disinfectant spray and paper towels to wipe down your work area both before and after use.
  • Observe all posted guidelines regarding study room and table capacities; do not use any seats that have been taped off. 
  • Wherever possible, maintain 6ft of distance between yourself and other Library users
  • Only the Law School community (current students, faculty, and staff) are allowed to access the Law Library

Library Hours

During the winter break, the Law Library will follow the following schedule:

  • Dec. 24 - Jan. 3: CLOSED
  • Jan. 4 - 17: By appointment (Mon. - Fri.)
  • Jan. 18: CLOSED
  • Jan. 19 - 22: 8am - 6pm
  • Jan. 23 - 24: CLOSED
  • Jan. 25 - 26: 9am - 5pm

Beginning Wednesday, Jan. 27, the Law Library will be open during the following hours for Spring 2020:

  • Mon-Thurs: 8am - 9pm
  • Fri: 8am - 6pm
  • Sat: 9am - 5pm
  • Sun: 12pm - 9pm

The Lutch Learning Center is only open during Library hours. For more detailed hours see the Library Hours page.

For assistance with accessing materials or other reference questions, please email Reference at lawresearchhelp@bc.edu. For technology assistance, please contact ATR at atrinbox@bc.edu. For more information, see the tabs on the left.