About the Library

The Hamilton County Law Library  is located on the 6th floor of the Hamilton County Courthouse and is managing a print and electronic collection for its subscribers, elected and appointed officials, the courts, and the public.  For more information about the library, read our history and latest Annual Report (2008) The Library is managed by the Law Librarian and is overseen by a Board of Trustees, which is comprised of lawyers and judges.

Find out the latest information about the Law Library through our press releases and monthly newsletters.

Mission Statement

The Hamilton County Law Library fulfills its statutory duties and serves its subscribers by providing professional, practical legal research services, relevant information and education to the public, its subscribers, the members of the Ohio general assembly, and officers and judges of Hamilton County and its townships and municipalities.  None of these services shall be construed as giving legal advice.

Approved by the Board of Trustees, July 29, 2004

Hours

The Library is open from 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.  It is closed on Saturday, Sunday, and 10 holidays each year.  Access to the Courthouse is restricted at 4:00pm.

Circulation

The Library strives to make all of its materials available to its subscribers for circulation.  The Library's circulation policy defines who may check out what and for how long.

Staff

Daily Case Updates