* LL.B. (Legum Baccalaureus): Bachelor of Laws. This is the most common first law degree.
* JD (Juris Doctor): Juris Doctor. This is the common first professional law degree in the United States and some other countries. It's often functionally equivalent to an LL.B. but the title varies.
* LL.M. (Legum Magister): Master of Laws. This is a postgraduate law degree.
* SJD (Scientiae Juridicae Doctor): Doctor of Juridical Science. This is a research doctorate in law. (Sometimes also called JSD)
* L.L.D. (Legum Doctor): Doctor of Laws. This is an honorary doctorate, not typically earned through coursework or research.
* BCL (Bachelor of Civil Law): Common in some jurisdictions, particularly in Canada and the UK. Often considered a higher level degree than an LL.B. Can sometimes be equivalent to an LL.M.
* M.C.L. (Master of Comparative Law): A master's degree specializing in comparative law.
* Designations after admission to the Bar/Legal Profession: After passing the bar exam and being admitted to practice law in a particular jurisdiction, lawyers may add designations like:
* Esq. (Esquire): A traditional title for lawyers in the US and some other common law countries. Its use is declining.
* Attorney at Law: Frequently used in the US.
* Solicitor: Used in some Commonwealth countries (e.g., England and Wales).
* Barrister: Used in some Commonwealth countries (e.g., England and Wales).
* Specific state/provincial bar designations (e.g., "P.C." for "Provincial Court" in some Canadian provinces).
It's crucial to note that the use of these designations varies geographically and sometimes depends on professional rules and customs. Improper use of post-nominal letters can be considered misleading.