Who May Use the Law Library

Roof Replacement Project

The Williams Law Library roof replacement project is underway and scheduled to last through March 2026. This work will generate some noise and vibrations inside while in progress. Patrons may continue to access the Law Library from the main entrance from the Paul R. Dean Library Green. Signage will be in place to assist with pedestrian rerouting as needed. Please see the Active Construction Updates page for more information.

Currently Closed: Exterior Stairs. Access the building via the ramp on Second Street.

Spring Break (Feb. 28 – Mar. 7): The Williams Law Library building will be closed for spring break from Saturday, February 28 through Saturday, March 7. The Law Library building will reopen on Sunday, March 8.

The Edward Bennett Williams Law Library building is open to the following users:

current Georgetown Law students;
current Georgetown University faculty and staff;
Georgetown Law alumni; and
members of the Law Library Membership Program.

Members of these groups should bring appropriate identification when they come to the Law Library.

Current Georgetown University undergraduate and graduate students should complete a Student Access Request at least 3 business days in advance. We cannot accommodate same day requests, and access may be restricted during exam periods.

Our Special Collections Reading Room is open by appointment only. To schedule a visit, please contact Special Collections directly.

For questions about access, please contact lawcirc@georgetown.edu(This link opens in a new tab).

Effective: August 29, 2024