The law library is a public library inside the law school. It is also the Pulaski County Law Library, which means it has reference materials available for attorneys and the general public. It is used by law school students, faculty; and staff, by attorneys and members of the legal community, and by members of the public.
As you use the library, remember that it is a public place. We are not responsible for personal items left at tables, in open carrels, at the computers, or otherwise within view and/or reach, including materials checked out to you or which you have removed from the shelves for use.
Public Spaces
Well-lit study tables on the first floor are open to anyone in the library. In addition, there are large tables and groups of lounge furniture on each of the library’s four floors which are open to all. The Library is not responsible for personal items left at tables.
Computers
The library has two public computers all patrons can use. They are located behind the Reference Desk and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To borrow a computer, check it out at the Circulation Desk. A member of the library staff will log you in. These computers must be used only for legal research.
Resources available include internet access, Westlaw, the library’s catalog, and access to the electronic databases owned by the library. Research results can be sent to a printer at the Circulation Desk for printing. Charges for printing are 20¢ a page.
Group Study Rooms
The public cannot reserve group study rooms. Attorneys are allowed to reserve study rooms on a case-by-case basis and dependent on the academic calendar. If you are an attorney wishing to reserve a group study room, call the Circulation Desk at 501-916-5453 to discuss your reservation. View more information on group study rooms.
Open Carrels
These are single-person desks on all floors of the law library. Each contains a light a light power for your laptop. Many have lockers for you to store your items between classes.
First-year law students may apply to reserve an open carrel for an entire semester.
Closed Carrels
Closed carrels are available only to upper-level law students. Faculty members may request a closed carrel from the law library director. Attorneys and members of the public are not allowed to use these spaces.
Once a carrel has been assigned, your key will be available at the Circulation Desk. Assignments are made on a semester-by-semester basis. Your occupancy period ends on the last day of finals for the given semester. At that time you should empty your carrel and return your keys.
Carrel occupants agree to abide by certain regulations, and a copy of those will be delivered with your keys.
Attorney Carrel
This carrel is only available to attorneys. Students and members of the public are not allowed to reserve or borrow this space.
This private carrel is equipped with a computer and a phone. Resources available on the computer include internet access, Westlaw, Word, the library’s catalog, and access to the electronic databases owned by the library. View more information about reserving an attorney carrel.