Library

LIV Library

LIV library services are only available to LIV members and members of the legal profession. Members of the public are able to access legal library resources at Victoria Legal Aid.

The library is open from Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, and is closed on weekends and public holidays.

Borrowing

Library borrowing is available to practising full members, associate members and honorary members of the LIV. The standard loan period is 14 days, with a single one week extension available unless the item has been reserved by another member. Items borrowed are the responsibility of the member. A replacement and administration charge per item will be payable on items not returned within three weeks of the due date.

On-Site Facilities

Wide range of online legal databases.
PCs with free internet access and commonly used software.
Private study carrels with power for laptops.
Training room equipped with PCs, whiteboard, and projection screen.
Wireless internet access.
Photocopiers.
Members lounge.
Staff assistance and advice in the use of resources.

Legal Research Services

Legal Archives – The LIV can help locate historical records or documents through the LIV Legal Archives service.
Legal Research Service – Legal research and document supply services from the LIV Library.
Legal Research Training – Learn how to avoid common mistakes, research effectively, make the most of free resources and more with legal research training from the experts at the LIV.

Contact

LIV Library
LG floor, 470 Bourke Street, Melbourne Vic 3000
DX: LIV Library, DX 350, Melbourne
T: 03 9607 9360
F: 03 9607 9359
E: library@liv.asn.au

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Current Case Law Resources

This training session is ideal for lawyers in all areas of law who want to learn new ways of finding case law, including how to navigate the websites and databases you have access to as an LIV member and what law reports are available.

Tue 11 Jul - 09:30 AM
LIV Library
Lower Ground, 470 Bourke St, Melbourne
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Making the Most of Free Resources

The most popular of the LIV library’s research sessions, this workshop is designed for those who want to find out what useful information is available to them at no cost. This workshop will also give you a better idea of what the limitations of certain sites are.

Thu 27 Jul - 02:00 PM
LIV Library, Lower Ground
470 Bourke St, Melbourne
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Avoiding Common Research Mistakes

Accredited training librarian Tasia Mitsinikos will take attendees through a range of topics, providing the answers to common questions and helping you avoid the mistakes she sees among even the most seasoned legal practitioners.

Thu 03 Aug - 01:00 PM
LIV Library, Lower Ground
470 Bourke St, Melbourne
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Customised Research Training

Inquire about receiving one-on-one training with using the internet or refreshing your skills as a legal researcher. Customised in-house sessions for groups can also be arranged with our expert training librarian.

LIV Library, Lower Ground
470 Bourke St, Melbourne
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