Opinion 71-28
FLORIDA BAR ETHICS OPINION OPINION 71-28 June 21, 1971 Advisory ethics opinions are not binding. An attorney may use the initials “J.D.” on letterhead and professional cards. Note: Lawyer advertising rules are now in Rules Regulating The Florida Bar 4-7.11 through 4-7.22. CPR: Opinions: DR 2-102(F) 70-53, 71-27 Chairman Massey stated the opinion of the committee: The inquirer asks if under DR 2-102(F) the practice of using the initials of a degree, to-wit, J.D., is now acceptable in Florida on letterheads and professional cards. As heretofore expressed in Florida Opinions 70-53 [since withdrawn] and 71-27 [since withdrawn], the use of the initials of a law degree has been approved. The Committee’s sentiment on this issue, however, militates a statement that it is in bad taste for members of the legal profession to vie with each other on the letters that they can put after their names.