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Generally, the title of doctor is only used for the J.D. in an academic setting. The J.D. (Juris Doctor) did not completely replace the LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) until 1971. The presence of many older lawyers who lack the J.D. has probably inhibited younger lawyers from using the title of doctor.

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BS, BA, PHD, JD are they all degrees?What is JD? Is it equal to a doctorate? AnsBS = Bachelor of Science (undergraduate)

BA = Bachelor of Art (undergraduate)

Graduate degrees are generally an MA or MS = Master of Arts or Science

PHd = Doctor of Philosophy (although the field specified may be something else, frequently Education)

J.D. "Juris Doctor" Is a professional doctorate (rather than an academic or research doctorate (Ph.D.)) earned by individuals desiring to be lawyers in the United States. It is similar to other professional doctorates such as the M.D., D.D.S., D.O., O.D., or M.D. Those who hold the J.D. may be addressed as "Doctor", but this is not customary in the legal profession.

Unlike a Ph.D., a professional doctorate is not always the highest degree available in the profession. In fact, in law an LL.M. is an advanced, post J.D. degree. For example, many lawyers whose practice involves taxation have their J.D. and subsequently earn an LL.M. in Tax. This is similar to dentistry, in which a D.D.S. or D.M.D. can earn a master's degree in various specialties.

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No. A Juris Doctorate is not a "terminal degree". There are degrees beyond it, such as the LLM or the SJD. There is a very good explanation of this on Wikipedia, just search "Juris Doctorate" and you'll find the answer.

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