Access our research guides here, including ones for each class in the required JD curriculum. These guides are prepared by GW Law Librarians and are essential resources for each stage of the research process. The guides will identify helpful sources for each topic, including study aids and casebooks. Many of our online guides also include PDF copies of the in-depth research guides available in print at our reference desk.
Research Databases at GW
Reference Service Hours
Fall 2023 Reference Service Schedule:*
- Monday - Thursday: 9am - 7pm
- Friday: 9am - 5pm
- Saturday - Sunday: 10am - 5pm
- Note:
- Sat., 12/16 - Sun., 12/17: Library Closed
- Mon., 12/18 - Fri., 12/22: 9am - 4:45pm
- Sat., 12/23 - Mon., 1/1/24: Library Closed
- Tues., 1/2 - Fri., 1/5: 9am - 4:45pm
- Sat., 1/6: 10am - 4:45pm
- Sun., 1/7: 10am - 5pm
- Spring 2024 Semester Schedule begins: Mon., Jan. 8: 9am - 7pm
*As of 11/28/23.
How to obtain reference assistance:
- Phone: 202.994.6647
- Email: ask@law.gwu.libanswers.com
- Chat: http://law.gwu.libanswers.com
- Text: 202.999.3685
See the Services @ the Jacob Burns Law Library guide for more information.