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Doctor of Jurisprudence

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A quick definition of Doctor of Jurisprudence:

A Doctor of Jurisprudence, also known as a Juris Doctor or J.D., is a degree that is earned by completing law school in the United States. It is the most common law degree in the country. This degree is also sometimes called a Doctor of Law. It is different from a Master of Laws or LL.M. degree, and is not the same as a Bachelor of Laws or LL.B. degree.

A more thorough explanation:

A Doctor of Jurisprudence, also known as a Juris Doctor or J.D., is a law degree that is commonly awarded by American law schools. It is abbreviated as J.D. and is also referred to as Doctor of Law or Doctor of Jurisprudence.

For example, if someone graduates from law school with a J.D., they can use the title of "Doctor" before their name. This degree is required to practice law in the United States.

Another example is that a person with a J.D. can work in various fields such as corporate law, criminal law, or family law. They can also work as judges, legal advisors, or law professors.

In summary, a Doctor of Jurisprudence is a law degree that prepares individuals for a career in the legal field. It is an essential degree for those who want to practice law in the United States.

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RoaldDahl
16:15
So if it means nothing does that mean something?
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:17
Possibly
RoaldDahl
16:26
Cool
RoaldDahl
16:26
thank you!!!! i hope it means something
pinkandblue
16:31
fart
IrishDinosaur
16:36
Mich R gang lesgooo
Did anyone else get that random get to know nova email?
HopefullyInLawSchool
17:21
Ya it was sent to all YM applicants
starfishies
17:37
Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
17:38
Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
17:38
Wtf
starfishies
17:39
and the deadline is in like a week what is this
any cardozo movement?
BatmanBeyond
18:01
Sent a LOCI via portal, but I'm wondering if email would have gotten me a swifter response
BatmanBeyond
18:02
This whole hold/wait-list/reserve system is a headache
loci already?
BatmanBeyond
18:09
If the odds are like 1-2% I don't think it matters much by the numbers
12:11
I got the same NDLS email
OrangeThing
12:18
I think the user profiles are broken
19:29
Any word out of Notre Dame?
19:29
Only the invitation to apply for LSE
19:29
Anyone received a decision from NDLS?
19:50
when did u guys apply that just heard from umich? they havent even glanced at my app yet
0:30
how am i supposed to spy on people when profile links are broken?
Right. Broken links smh
I've been UR since first/second week of Jan, no updates otherwise, is that a bad sign? At or above median LSAT and above 75th gpa.
The profile links are not working for me. anybody else?
13:18
i’m in the same boat mastermonkey but with lower stats. i hope i hear back by mid march
CheeseIsMyLoveLanguage
13:24
@mastermonkey45: Looking at some of the recent decisions in relation to when they went complete, I'd say it's a good sign. It seems many declines were sent within about 5-6 weeks of completion. Given those were applications that were SENT in January, I'd say that means you're still solidly in the running. :)
14:30
Sent an app to OSU in early december and have STILL not heard back
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