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.
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.
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.
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. Please see Orders of Protection A Kane County Primer for step-by-step instructions including common mistakes)
- 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.