The Drake University Law Library fosters research and learning by providing exceptional services, collections, and facilities that empower the Drake community to access, critically evaluate, and apply information.

Using the Drake Law Library

Drake Law Library Basics

Explore Drake Law Library basics and discover library services and other guidance to help you use the library.

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.

Reference Assistance & Hours

Professional reference librarians are available to provide research guidance during the library's reference hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Reference hours may vary for holidays and other reasons. Check the Law Library hours or call 515-271-3189.

Connect with a Reference Librarian

Current Drake faculty, staff, and students: Current Drake faculty, staff, and students may request reference assistance via email. Please use your Drake email account to email us a request for reference assistance. (PC/Mac/Android email link and iPhone/iPad email link.) Requests may be sent at any time and librarians will respond during reference hours.

Members of the public: Contact the State Law Library for research assistance.

Study Spaces & Resources

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