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1L Survival Guide : Help

A guide for beginning law students about the UW Law School, skills, courses, faculty, textbooks, studying, exams, library access, and technology.

Ask a Librarian

Need Help?

Chat with a Reference Librarian

General Help

Not sure who to ask? Try:

Research Help: At the Circulation Desk, ask to speak with a Reference Librarian for in-person assistance, or contact by phone (262-3394), by email, or by chat. Just ask!

Law School Help Desk (for technology-related questions) - Rm 2115, phone 262-5242, email help@law.wisc.edu

Law School Main Administrative Office in Rm 5110, phone 262-2240

See also the Law School Directory for a list of departments with contact information.

Research Help

Our reference staff can help you find answers to your research questions. Whether it's quick advice or a more in-depth research consultation, we can help.

Contact us:

  • in person - by asking for a Reference Librarian at the Circulation Desk
  • By email - at askuwlaw@law.wisc.edu
  • By phone - at 262-3394
  • By chat on this page

Tech Help

For additional law school related issues, contact Law School Help Desk at 262-5242 or help@law.wisc.edu

Contact the UW Madison campus DoIT Help Desk at 264-HELP for help with e-mail, internet access and other applications.

Lost & Found

For lost and found items, contact the Law Library Circulation Desk.