A compact document holder (20) which is maintained in a vertical position via tie-bars (24) and mounting brackets (26). The base of the holder is provided with an elongated ledge (36) extending outward to engage the document so as to maintain it secure within the holder. The tie-bars (24) facilitate the opening of the holder for the insertion of the documents as well as maintaining the document secure within the holder via the downward force provided by the weight of the document.
