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Open House San Diego

We have been selected! The Downtown Law Library has been selected as a site for Open House San Diego (OH! SD). OH! SD is a program of the San Diego Architectural Foundation. It offers free, behind-the-scenes tours of some of San Diego’s must-see architectural sites. Learn More
Self-Help Center

Don’t know where to start researching your case? We’re here to help. Check out the Self-Help Center to view library resources, free legal websites, clinics, and more. Start Now
Free Research Classes

Feeling overwhelmed by legal research? Don’t know where to start? Check out one of our free Law Made Public classes! Each Saturday at 10AM, an experienced law librarian will provide a 15-20 minute hands-on tutorial on how to use a different legal database in a friendly and helpful environment. Start Here
Appellate Workshop

Are you a party to a civil case on appeal? If you need help working your way through the appeal process and have not retained an attorney, the Civil Appellate Self-Help Workshop can provide you with important information about procedures and resources that will help you handle your own appeal. Learn More
Partner Spotlight

Access our databases 7 days a week at our two partner locations - Chula Vista Public Library and El Cajon Branch Library. Our Law Librarian is available on site on select days of the month. Visit our Locations page for details. Locations & Hours