El Paso County Law Library

“…We hold these truths to be self evident; that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed;..” - July 4, 1776

Have a fun and safe 4th of July! ❤️🤍💙

The Hon. Robert J. Galvan County Law Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, 2024 in observance of Independence Day.

Doors will open on Friday, July 5th, at 8 a.m.

Today we take the time to commemorate the abolishment of slavery on June 19th, 1865, a crucial moment in history.

The Hon. Robert J. Galvan County Law Library will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th, 2024 in observance of Juneteenth.

Doors will open on Thursday, June 20th at 8 a.m.

Today we remember and honor the fallen brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom and protection of our country. You will always be in our hearts wherever we go.

The Hon. Robert J. Galvan County Law Library will be closed on Monday, May 27th, 2024 in observance of Memorial Day.

Doors will open on Tuesday, May 28th at 8 a.m.

74 years ago today the El Paso County Law Library was officially established by Commissioner Court Order.

Come see how much we’ve grown!

Congratulations Domestic Relations Office on receiving a grant from the .

Notary. Fax. Scan to email. Document prep computers. Printing. Copier. E-file. Wi-Fi.

In addition to our traditional services we will help with loaner reading glasses, a needle and thread, a cup of coffee or tea, a Band-Aid, fresh stain removal, a safety pin, or maybe you need some superglue to keep it all together.

You may be surprised at the services we can provide.

We invite you to indulge in a serene atmosphere!

The Library has spaces for a variety of needs.
Comfy conversation zones, respite rooms, lounge seating, meeting rooms.

Pockets for solitude or intense focus. Come relax, recharge, stretch, rest, connect, study.

Whatever you need. Solo, small groups or large gatherings welcome. Leave the stress at the door. Find a space to rejuvenate.

See for yourself! Westlaw, Lexis, Heinonline - oh my! All available at the Law Library.

Other digital content as well. Access the Law Library catalog on the library web page: www.epcounty.com/lawlibrary

Law Library staff has simplified access to legal information to better serve our users:

1. a bank of frequently requested forms
2. Convenient pre-printed form packets from texaslawhelp.org
3. How-to’s on the desktops and printed.

Email or call for more info -

[email protected]
915-546-2245
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

The Hon. Robert J. Galvan County Law Library will be closed on:

- Friday, March 29th, 2024 in observance of Good Friday

- Monday, April 1st, 2024 in observance of Cesar Chavez Day

Doors will open on Tuesday, April 2nd at 8 a.m.

February 24th, 2024, was declared El Paso County History Day by Commissioners Court resolution adopted February 5th acknowledging UTEP Liberal Arts College participation and promotion of student engagement in the study of history.

To join in celebrating the 50th anniversary of National History Day, the Law Library highlights our special collection of historical books featuring El Paso, Texas, Mexico, native American, U.S., history and more.

The private collection of Judge Javier Alvarez was donated to the Law Library on his September 2022 retirement. Our historical collection was initiated by local attorney Clinton Cross when he began sharing his personal legal history collection a decade ago.

Come see and enjoy these enlightening and interesting tomes. Expand your knowledge of local history in one of the relaxing comfy spots in the library.

Happy Presidents’ Day! 🇺🇸

On this day, we honor the leaders who have made significant impacts on our country’s history, growth, and prosperity.

Enjoy your day!

The Hon. Robert J. Galvan County Law Library will be closed on Monday, February 19th, 2024 in observance of Presidents’ day.

Doors will open on Tuesday, February 20th at 8 a.m.

Happy Valentine’s Day! 💌💕

We invite you to fall in love with the treasure that is the law library at the courthouse. In addition to our pictured goods, we offer conference rooms, stations for virtual meetings, quiet study areas, and a host of legal reference resources.

We are located at 500 E. San Antonio, Room 1202. Open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. We would love to see you!!

Happy Holidays! ⛄️🎄

The Hon. Robert J. Galvan County Law Library will be closed Monday, December 25th and Tuesday, December 26th in celebration of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Doors open on Wednesday, December 27th at 8:00 a.m.

Take advantage of a FREE course covering various topics related to family court. Enhance your understanding of general family court concepts and terminologies, and receive a family court overview to better prepare for your upcoming court appearance.

Where?: El Paso County Courthouse, 500 E. San Antonio, 12th Floor Law Library-Archive Room, El Paso Texas 79901.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍁

The Hon. Robert J. Galvan County Law Library would like to extend our warmest Thanksgiving greetings to you and your loved ones. May your day be filled with joy, gratitude, and of course, delicious food!

The Hon. Robert J. Galvan County Law Library will be closed Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th in observance of Thanksgiving.

Doors open on Monday, November 27th at 8:00 a.m.

Happy Veterans Day! ❤️💙🤍

On this day, we express our sincere gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our nation and defended our way of life.

We honor the memory of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment, dedication, and service to our country.

The Hon. Enrique Moreno County Courthouse will be closed tomorrow, November 10th, 2023 in honor of Veterans Day.

[ATTENTION]

Here is a reminder that EARLY VOTING for the Constitutional Amendment Election ends today, November 3rd, 2023.

Am I Registered?:
https://epcountyvotes.com/quick_links/am_i_registered

Early Voting Locations:
https://epcountyvotes.com/quick_links/early_voting

View Sample Ballot:
https://sites.omniballot.us/48141/app/home

Feliz Día de los Mu***os!

Today we remember and honor our loved ones who we lost but will forever be cherished in our hearts. May they return to you and your families tonight on this joyous celebration of their lives and the love that will never be separated.

Happy Halloween! 👻

Here is a reminder that the Hon. Enrique Moreno County Courthouse is welcoming families to visit for a safe trick-or-treating experience.

The courthouse will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Happy Halloween! 🎃

The would like to invite you and your families to the Hon. Enrique Moreno County Courthouse for some scary tricks and sweet treats!

Please come with your goodie bags and show off your amazing costumes!

Your mental health is not a personal failure.

If you or a loved one would like to seek assistance in your mental health journey, please visit the websites down below:

NAMI-
• namiep.org

El Paso Strong-
• epstrong.org

EHN-
• emergencehealthnetwork.com

Remember, it’s okay to not be okay.

Take advantage of a FREE course covering various topics related to family court. Enhance your understanding of general family court concepts and terminologies, and receive a family court overview to better prepare for your upcoming court appearance. Where: El Paso Courthouse, 500 E. San Antonio, 12th Floor Law Library-Archive Room, El Paso, Texas 79901.

Join the Dallas Lambda Legal community with their Name and Gender Marker Correction presentation. They will provide us with the history, background, and how to present a name and gender marker correction case through the court system or let them inform you of this valuable information through this presentation.