John A. Weir Memorial Law Library

What’s New at the Library

The Weir Library space is managed by the Law Faculty. Current University of Alberta students and staff may access the Law Library by tapping your OneCard. Please direct concerns about the facility to the Law Centre to lawsserv@ualberta.ca.

The Weir Library is supported by a mix of in-person and online services, including weekly in-person drop in meeting hours with law librarians, as well as online consultations. Hours for drop-in consultation with librarians will be posted at the beginning of each term, and consultations can also be scheduled upon request.

The Weir Library is not staffed on a regular basis. It is the responsibility of the Faculty of Law community to ensure it is a quiet and welcoming space. If you have safety concerns, please contact University of Alberta Protective Services (UAPS) on 780-492-5050.

  • Use the self-checkout kiosk to sign out library materials or download the library app. Find out more information here, Checking Out Materials.
  • Questions about library collections and other Library services should be directed to library chat or email.  You can find our contact information under Ask Us.
  • To book a room in Weir, please use the Roombooker service.  Find full instructions here.
  • Research assistance and questions can be addressed by scheduling a consultation with a law librarian.

Have questions about library services?

Get answers about borrowing library materials, using course materials, library fines, interlibrary loans, library databases, law librarian consultation requests and more.

Call 911 if this is a safety or health emergency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Locate the publication you need on the shelf. Use the self-checkout kiosk to sign out library materials or download the library app. Find out more information at the Checking Out Materials page. Questions? Ask Us.

Yes. Library Course Resources for Law classes are available in the Rutherford Library Course Resources Room on the main floor of Rutherford North. Course Resources are available for short-term loans. Questions? Ask Us.

The Library collection includes multiple copies of the 10th edition of the McGill Guide. Check availability here. For more on legal citation, including a downloadable QuickGuide version of the McGill Guide, see: Guide to Legal Citation.

The Library’s Law Subject Guides provide guidance on finding legal information across areas of practice and research. These guides are curated by Law Librarians.

You can also use the Library’s main search system on our homepage to search the collection as a whole.

If you cannot find what you are looking for, please Ask Us, Book a Consultation with a Law Librarian, or Recommend a Purchase for the Library collection.

Use Ask Us to ask Library Staff members questions about Library collections and services. We will respond to your question, and we will refer you to a Law Librarian for help with in-depth research.

You can Book a Consultation directly with a Law Librarian for research assistance related to assignments and other research.

You’re also welcome to drop by and speak with a Law Librarian at the Weir Library, without an appointment. Weekly drop-in hours are posted in the Weir Library at the start of each Fall and Winter term.

You can Book a Consultation with a Law Librarian for research assistance related to assignments and other research.

You’re also welcome to drop by and speak with a Law Librarian at the Weir Library, without an appointment. Weekly drop-in hours are posted in the Weir Library at the start of each Fall and Winter term.

Use the Roombooker service. Find full instructions on the Room Bookings page.

Lost + Found

Items found in the Weir Library will be taken to Student Services (LC-128), the new location for the library Lost + Found.

Community Expectations

  • Support a culture of scholarship, open academic inquiry, respect, tolerance, and inclusivity.
  • Respect the comfort and safety of fellow library users and library staff. If your behaviour is making others feel unsafe or uncomfortable, we’ll communicate with you about the impact of your behaviour to resolve the situation.
  • Respect that use of our collections is based on principles of sharing and equity of access.

Weir Accessibility Information

Weir Building Accessibility

  • Ramp access to building: at the entrance on the northeast corner
  • Elevators: Elevator just inside building entrance to the right provides access to Library entrance on Level 2.
    • The elevator inside the Library provides only access to Library Level 3.
  • Push plate door opening: Located at the McLean Reading Room on Level 3 (open to Law Students only)

Weir Library Study + Library Use

  • Adjustable height work table with computer:
    • On Level 2 - across from the service desk
  • Adjustable height tables/carrels:
    • Three on Level 2 near stairwell number 4
    • Two on Level 3 near stairwell number 4
  • Low-height book drop: located at the library entrance.

Study Area Directory + Noise Zones

To create an environment that meets the study and work needs of our campus community we have established noise level zones in the libraries to suit varying types of study:

3rd floor

Silent Study Zone

  • Absolutely no talking
  • Phone on silent
  • No food

2nd floor

Quiet Study Zone

  • Whisper only
  • Phone on vibrate
  • Snacks allowed

Food + Drink Policy

Our goal is to ensure a welcoming and comfortable learning environment for all who use our Library facilities.

What is permitted?

  • Cold snack foods may be consumed in the Library.
  • Hot and cold drinks with lids or in spill-proof cups/screw-top bottles are acceptable.
  • What is not permitted?
  • No hot and/or aromatic foods in any area.
  • No food deliveries to the Library.
  • In an effort to protect the equipment, consuming food is not permitted at computer workstations. Please use caution when consuming drinks with lids or in spill-proof cups/screw-top bottles.

Please help us maintain our facilities and collections by disposing of waste, recycling, and compostable materials in the provided bins.

Protective Services (UAPS)

University of Alberta Protective Services (UAPS) is an operational unit within Facilities and Operations. As a Community Peace Officer agency, UAPS provides a number of services to the University of Alberta, including:

  • General patrol and incident response
  • Complaint investigation
  • Threat assessment
  • Traffic safety enforcement
  • Public education services
  • Community Assistance Team (CAT)
  • Alarm response
  • Special duty services
  • Community liaison officer program
  • Controlled goods program
  • Security survey (CPTED audits)
  • Victim support

Contact UAPS

  • In an emergency: Call 911
  • UAPS Dispatch (Non-Emergency): 780-492-5050
  • UAPS Lost + Found: 780-492-2943
  • SU SafeWalk: 780-492-5563
  • U of A Switchboard: 780-492-311