S.j.d.
/ˌɛsˌdʒiːˈdiː/
Definitions
- (n.) Doctor of Juridical Science, an advanced research doctorate in law beyond the J.D. degree.
She earned her S.J.D. after completing a dissertation on international human rights law.
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- s.j.d.
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Commentary
The term S.J.D. denotes a terminal academic law degree, often pursued by those interested in legal scholarship or academic careers.
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