Anyone can access UCLA Library (
) databases by bringing your laptop to campus and connecting to UCLA_WEB wifi.
We recommend the following databases for legal research:
The UCLA Law librarians maintain a free, online guide that explains how to use Nexis Uni and provides general advice on conducting legal research:
The UCLA Law Library does not provide public access to UCLA Law Library (
) databases, such as Lexis or Westlaw.
We recommend using Nexis Uni instead. You can also access Lexis and Westlaw at the public LA Law Library and many of its partner locations:
In general, if you are attempting to resolve a legal issue, we strongly recommend contacting the public LA Law Library.
UCLA Law Library's collections and services are focused on supporting academic research and training future attorneys. In contrast, the LA Law Library's collections and services are focused on supporting members of the public in resolving legal issues.
The LA Law Library offers recorded, live Zoom, and live in person trainings on civil lawsuits, family law, landlord-tenant law, wills, and other common legal issues. The LA Law Library also offers regular events where members of the public can talk to attorneys on Zoom, by phone, or in person.
Please see the LA Law Library's website for details:
The following resources can also point you to legal help:
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