What if I have a law degree but no library degree?

If you already have a law degree, but no MLS, should you invest in another 1-2 years of professional education? Surveys of recent job postings indicate that a law degree alone will qualify you for few professional positions in any kind of law library. There are some exceptions, especially if you are interested in eventually obtaining a library degree. The best advice is to obtain an MLS. You will be qualified for many more positions in law libraries, and you will be much better prepared to assume the challenges of librarianship in tomorrow's environment.

So, to qualify for almost any professional position in a law library, you must have an MLS or its equivalent. You may want to consider also earning a law degree. Armed with both JD and MLS degrees, you will be qualified for additional professional positions in law librarianship.