Lawyer in the Library Services
Free legal help programs offered by the Law Library and partner organizations
Lawyer in the Law Library: These programs are offered by the Kane County Law Library. Click on each program for more details. No registration. If you need an interpreter, you must bring your own.
Divorce and Family Law Help Walk-In, Mondays, 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Divorce and Family Law Help Call-In, Thursdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. If you have limited English language ability, please have someone on the call with you who can understand and speak English.
Drivers' Privilege Clinic Walk-In, First Wednesdays of the month, 3 p.m.-5 p.m.
Lawyer in the Public Library: Volunteer attorneys will be available in-person for 15-minute meetings to assist with legal coaching, document review, referrals to other services, eFiling court documents and legal questions. No registration. Spanish interpreters are available for these programs.
Aurora Public Library District, Santori Library Walk-In for those living in the Aurora area, Second Thursdays of the month, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Gail Borden Public Library Walk-In for those living in the Elgin area, Fourth Thursdays of the month, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
General
Borrow Materials
Charging Station Charge your phone, tablet or computer (up to 8 devices) simultaneously, at full speed. Wireless charging is also available for newer models.
Computers & Wi-Fi We have 17 computers with cameras and audio for easy Zoom court access and scanners for eFiling.
Databases
- Lexis Advance (available in-house only)
- Family Law Software (available in-house only)
- Library Catalog
- Order of Protection software (for attorney use, in-house only)
- Ebsco’s Legal Information Resource Center (available in-house only)
Chat Live with a librarian from any page on this website during business hours. After hours, you can leave an email message.
Desktop Video Magnifier Low Vision Aid
Meeting Rooms $10 reservation fee otherwise first come first serve
Ordering a Document
Printing & Delivery
Purchase Materials -- Interested in owning a particular legal title? We may be able to order it at a discounted rate. Inquire at the Reference Desk. A $10 administrative fee applies.
