The library is only open to members of the Loyola Law School and LMU community, LLS Alumni, and members of the Bench and Bar.
The William M. Rains Library serves as a resource to the students, faculty, staff and alumni of Loyola Law School and Loyola Marymount University. The Library also provides an academic environment conducive to the efficient and comfortable study of law.
Library access is limited to authorized users. In order to provide an optimum environment for research and study, and to provide for the personal security of its users and collection, all persons entering the Library, including students and faculty, may be required to show identification. Anyone not specifically mentioned in the chart below is not authorized for access to the Library.
Authorized User |
Required Identification |
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LLS Students, Staff and/or Faculty |
LLS Identification Card |
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LMU Students, Staff and/or Faculty |
LMU OneCard |
|
Alumni of LLS and/or LMU* |
LLS Identification Card (or current driver's license), LMU Alumni Card or LMU Gold Card |
|
Lawyers and Members of the Judiciary* |
Current California Bar Card |
*Must sign in and present identification at the Circulation Desk.
After Library closes, the 24-hour Walter J. Lack Reading Room (LRR) is accessible as study space only to Loyola Law School students. LLS students may access this room via key card entry.
Please note that members of the general public should contact the LA Law Library for legal resources and services.
LA Law Library
301 W. 1st Street
Los Angeles, CA, 90012
213-785-2529
The Law School administration, Library administration and security services of Loyola Law School may request that anyone who is disruptive to the academic environment, threatening the safety of others, or exhibiting a disregard for LLS property, leave the Library or campus. Access rules are subject to change at any time.