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The Li Lu Law Library

Welcome to the Li Lu Law Library, Columbia Law School’s new hub of learning, collaboration, and community.

With one of the most impressive collections of legal materials in the country, the Li Lu Law Library is designed to support modern legal research, scholarship, and collaboration, and provides a vibrant academic environment for students, faculty, and staff. The extraordinary space, made possible by a visionary gift from Li Lu ’96, was fully reimagined by leading architectural firm Perkins Eastman, with input from students, faculty, and staff. Learn more about features and services below.

Law Library 2nd Floor

Library Spaces

The Li Lu Law Library’s renovated space comprises 50,000 square feet and three floors of Jerome L. Greene Hall (materials are also housed in the cellar), and features an open, light-filled design with a signature two-story reading room and more than 600 seats at carrels and tables, in study pods, and in rooms for group study. 

4th Floor Reading Room

Services

Students, faculty, alumni, and other visitors have access to a wide range of services, including from reference librarians. 

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About Li Lu ’96 and the Li Lu Law Library

One of the most significant capital projects in Columbia Law’s history, the Li Lu Law Library will advance the Law School’s plans to enrich student and community life. Learn more about this transformative gift and project.