Library Closed December 21 - January 1 for the Holidays
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Research Guides
Schmid Law Librarians have created a series of guides that provide research assistance for various subject areas, topics, and classes. The guides include bibliographies of useful resources as well as research tips and suggestions. Examples of available guides include real estate transactions, water law, and Native American law.
Find Research GuidesNebraska Legal Resources
Use our Nebraska State Law Resources Guide to access recent opinions from the Nebraska Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, as well as selected opinions from the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals and other federal courts. The Guide also provides access to local municipal codes and other resources from Nebraska Administrative Offices.
Nebraska Public Library Toolkit
The Nebraska Public Library Toolkit provides helpful links to Nebraska primary legal resources, including court opinions, statutes, regulations, and the Nebraska Constitution. The Toolkit also contains links to resources commonly needed by self-represented litigants, including forms, directories, and virtual self-help centers.
View ToolkitPatent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC)
The Schmid Law Library's PTRC is a complete resource for entrepreneurs and inventors who are looking to register their own trademarks or want to file their own patents. The PTRC can provide guidance on how to search for patents or trademarks and file appropriate applications.
Patents and TrademarksPolicies and Services
We strive to maintain a comfortable atmosphere for all library users to conduct research and study, and ask all users to be courteous and respectful of others. Feel free to bring in covered beverages, small snacks, and find a comfortable space.
Archives
The Schmid Law Library has archival materials for J. Lee Rankin, former U.S. Solicitor General and Nebraska Law alumnus.
Preview Archive CollectionBuilding Our Community
The Marvin and Virginia Schmid Law Library reopened after undergoing a facelift that includes new and rejuvenated spaces for our community. The $6 million renovation added two state-of-the art classrooms and allows our talented faculty to teach students the latest techniques for using technology and digital resources to solve problems and advance justice.
Reference Assistance
Monday-Friday
9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm
lawref@unl.edu
Circulation Desk
402-472-3547
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Library Hours
UNL Law ID Card Required to Access after 9pm
December 19 - December 20
Wednesday - Friday
7am-5pm
December 21 - January 1
Closed
January 2 - January 4
Thursday-Friday
8am-5pm
Saturday
9am-5pm
January 5 - April 12
Sunday
9am-12am
Monday - Thursday
7am - 12am
Friday
7am - 12am
Saturday
9am - 10pm
