Visiting the Law School

Visiting the Law School

UPDATE DUE TO CORONAVIRUS

With the COVID-19 pandemic expected to endure, the University announced March 17 that classes will be held online through the end of the spring semester. The University has also strongly encouraged students to remain at home or go home. Employees are conducting work from home except for some essential functions that must be conducted on site, and the Law School building is locked except for card swipe access. Please consult the University coronavirus website for the latest guidance and updates. The best way to contact the Law School during this time is via email. The directory has email addresses for Law School departments and staff, including faculty. 

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The Law School encourages applicants and prospective students to visit the David A. Harrison III Law Grounds, located about two hours from the Washington D.C. area, in Charlottesville, Va. Visitor parking is available at the Law School (see map to view visitor parking); ask for a parking pass in the Admissions Office.

For more information on the Charlottesville and University communities, check out Living in Charlottesville.

Tours and Class Visits

With the COVID-19 pandemic expected to endure, the University announced March 17 that classes will be held online through the end of the spring semester. The University has also strongly encouraged students to remain at home or go home. Employees are conducting work from home except for some essential functions that must be conducted on site, and the Law School building is locked except for card swipe access. Please consult the University coronavirus website for the latest guidance and updates. The best way to contact the Law School during this time is via email. The directory has email addresses for Law School departments and staff, including faculty.
 

Getting to the Law School

 
The Grounds

The David A. Harrison III Law Grounds reflect a recent $46 million expansion and renovation project funded entirely by private support from alumni and friends. The Law Grounds feature new classrooms, seminar rooms, and moot courtrooms; comprehensive computer facilities; an expanded library with a three-story reading room; new dining facilities; attractive offices for student organizations; and numerous student lounges. Surrounded by inviting gardens and an elegant, tree-lined lawn, the setting reflects Jefferson’s conviction that locating an intellectual community within a beautiful environment fosters learning and personal growth. Map


Law Library Tours

Law library tours are available to classes and other student groups, including those outside the Law School who need access to legal materials. Librarians can provide general orientation tours or explain specialized areas of the collection. Contact the Reference Desk (434-924-3384) to arrange a tour of the library.