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New Law Grad Guide to Law Library Services

This guide is for graduating third year students of the University of Cincinnati College of Law. It describes access to the library, its resources, and its services once you graduate.

Lexis,Westlaw & B-Law Access

Lexis Password Extension for Graduates

When you graduate, you'll automatically have seamless Lexis+ access for 6 months, excluding public records. Continue to use your law school username and password while you prepare for the bar exam and employment. Plus, access exclusive resources and a Rewards program for graduates. Note that Lexis points will expire. Students need to redeem their points by June 30, 2023.

Lexis Aspire Program

Any graduating student who has verifiable employment with a non-profit organization can apply via Lexis ASPIRE program for 12 months of free Lexis access. Students can visit http://www.lexisnexis.com/grad-access for details on either of these offers.You'll also have access to exclusive resources related to the transition from law school to employment and a Graduate Rewards Program.

Westlaw Password Extension for Graduates

Access is “normal” until May 31st. Starting June 1-Nov 30th graduates will have 60 hours of usage per month for 6 months. Direct link to extend for grad access is https://lawschool.westlaw.com/authentication/gradelite. You must use this link to extend your access.

All graduates will also automatically retain access to a number of job searching databases for 18-months following graduation for 1-hour a month. Please contact the Westlaw Representative for more information.

B-Law (Bloomberg Law) Access for Graduates

2023 Graduating students will have unlimited and unrestricted Bloomberg access for 6 months after graduation.

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