doctor of the science of law

doctor of the sci·​ence of law
often capitalized D&S&L
: a degree conferred for advanced study, research, and completion and approval of a dissertation in law compare doctor of laws, juris doctor, master of laws

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“Doctor of the science of law.” Merriam-Webster.com Legal Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/legal/doctor%20of%20the%20science%20of%20law. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.

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