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Navigate the library and its many collections and learn more about our specific collection resources, where they are, and how to borrow materials.

Law Library

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Drake Law Library Basics

Discover library services and other guidance to help you use the library. 

Quick Links

Quickly access popular content.

Collections & Locations

Find library maps and information on borrowing books and course materials on reserve.

Research

Search for books and articles, research using databases, and access research guides and other assistance.

Services

Learn about interlibrary loan, asking librarians for help, reserving display space, and services for faculty, attorneys, and visitors.

Study Spaces & Resources

Learn about study rooms, reserving carrels, and study aids.

About the Library

Check the library's hours and policies, get directions to the library, and apply for student library jobs.

Contact Drake Law Library

Opperman Hall
2604 Forest Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50311

P 515-271-3189

Additional Information

Library Locator Guide & Maps

Use this page to find locations of books, journals, and more in the Law Library.

Law Library Maps

See a map of each of the Law Library's levels:

Printed maps are available at the Information Desk and posted on each floor near the stairs.

Finding Library Materials

To find major titles and their locations, download the Library Locator Guide or borrow a print copy at the Information Desk.

For more complete access to the library's collections, use SuperSearch (the Drake University Libraries catalog), which can be searched to find precise locations of books, journals, and other library materials.

‌The SuperSearch guide provides more detailed instructions for using the catalog and for finding materials in the library.

The Law Library's services help you learn and practice law.

Use the links below or ask at the Information Desk to learn more about library services.