Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

Difference between a JD vs. PA?

Just beginning my divorce proceedings.

I met a person who calls herself: Jane Smith, PA, Attorney at Law. Is a PA the same as a JD? What's the difference between the two? What does PA stand for?


Asked on 9/28/05, 11:54 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
G. Joseph Holthaus III Law Offices of G. Joseph Holthaus

Re: Difference between a JD vs. PA?

Typically it stands for Professional Association. It is an entity rather than a person.

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Answered on 9/29/05, 2:02 pm


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