David C. Shapiro Memorial Law Library
The law library is available for law student quiet study space and for those needing to conduct legal research.
College of Law students and personnel have OneCard access to the Law Library outside regular business hours. Use the posted QR code to report any issues with the card reader.
If you are not feeling well or are sick, please do not enter the Law Library. See the online resources below or contact us for assistance.
Hours
For fall 2026 (August 17 – December 17), the Law Library will be open to the public:
- Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Library Services
- Policies and procedures
- Reference and research services
- Book an online appointment with a law librarian (College of Law students, faculty and staff only)
- Interlibrary loan services
Research Guides
NIU Libraries Search
Find books, articles and more.
Study Rooms
Reserve a study room online for individual or group study. Five group study rooms are available for College of Law students.
Rooms may be reserved for up to two hours at a time, with a four-hour daily limit during peak usage.
Dr. Mary Milano Wellness Room (North Wing)
Room 259A is available for individual use for thirty minutes at a time for activities such as meditation, prayer, or lactation. Reserve the Dr. Mary Milano Wellness Room online.
Library News
Resources
Patrons Not Affiliated With NIU
- Limited reference service is available by emailing lawreference@niu.edu. We will do our best to respond by the next business day.
- Review our policies on legal research assistance before requesting help.
Contact Us
David C. Shapiro Memorial Law LibrarySwen Parson, second floor
lawreference@niu.edu
815-753-0507 (during academic year public access hours)
Book an online appointment with a law librarian (College of Law students, faculty and staff only)