Submissions
Submission Preparation Checklist
As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.- The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
- The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
- Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
- The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
- The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
Articles
International Law Review considers and publishes the following types of articles:
Empirical Articles – Structured according to the IMRAD format, these papers present original research findings derived from data such as court decisions, legal databases, legislative materials, or social-legal surveys. Submissions should include analytical interpretation of empirical evidence and its implications for legal theory or practice.
Theoretical Articles – These works explore the conceptual and philosophical dimensions of law. They critically analyze existing doctrines, propose new theoretical frameworks, or examine the evolution of legal norms in the context of globalization, human rights, and comparative legal studies.
Review Articles – Comprehensive and systematic overviews of specific areas of law. Such papers summarize existing scholarship, identify unresolved legal questions, and outline future research directions in fields such as constitutional law, international law, criminal justice, and environmental law.
Case Studies – Detailed examinations of judicial decisions, legislative developments, or legal reforms. These studies analyze the context, principles, reasoning, and practical implications of specific cases or legal frameworks, highlighting lessons for broader legal systems.
Structural Elements of Articles
| Section | Empirical | Theoretical | Review | Case Study |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article Title | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| Author Information | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| Abstract | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| Keywords | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| Introduction | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| Literature Review | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Materials and Methods | Required | Required | Not Applicable | Required |
| Results & Discussion | Required | Required | Organized by thematic sections | Required |
| Conclusions | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| Acknowledgements, Funding & Conflicts of Interest | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| References | Required | Required | Required | Required |
Manuscript Formatting Requirements
Language: English
File Format: MS Word (*.doc, *.docx)
Page Orientation: Portrait
Page Size: A4
Length:
• Empirical, theoretical, and review articles: ≥ 4000 words
• Case studies: ≥ 2500 words
Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
Line Spacing: 1.0
Margins: 2 cm on all sides
Alignment: Justified
Content Guidelines
Article Title
• Maximum 12 words, centered, in bold uppercase letters.
• Presented in English (and optionally in the author’s native language).
Author Information
• Include full names, institutional affiliations, official addresses, email contacts, academic degrees, positions, and ORCID IDs.
Abstract
• 200–300 words, structured and informative.
• Should summarize the relevance, objectives, methods, main findings, and significance of the research.
• No abbreviations or citations.
Keywords
• 5–7 relevant terms reflecting the article’s content.
• Avoid repeating words from the title.
Introduction
• Present the general context, background, and objectives of the study.
• Reference 7–10 recent sources (from the last 3–5 years).
• Clearly define research novelty and relevance.
Literature Review (Optional)
• Summarize prior research findings and theoretical frameworks relevant to the topic.
• Highlight existing debates or gaps in the field.
Materials and Methods
• Describe the methodology, data sources, analytical approaches, and research logic.
• Should allow replication of the study by other researchers.
Results & Discussion
• Present main results with tables, figures, or structured argumentation.
• Discuss the implications of findings in relation to existing literature and current legal practice.
Conclusions
• Provide a concise summary of results.
• Align conclusions with the objectives and research questions.
• Suggest possible directions for further investigation.
Acknowledgements
• Mention individuals or organizations who contributed to the research.
• If none, state: “None.”
Funding
• List all funding sources.
• If none, state: “This research received no funding.”
Conflicts of Interest
• Declare any potential conflicts.
• If none, state: “The authors declare no conflict of interest.”
References
• In-text citations should follow the format (Smith, 2023).
• All references must be listed alphabetically, formatted according to APA 6th Edition (2010).
• Only English-language sources or translated equivalents should be included.
Tables, Figures, Graphs, and Formulas
• Number sequentially and cite within the text.
• Provide clear captions and notes below each table/figure.
• Use consistent SI units and standard legal abbreviations.
• Figures and tables must be centered, with text wrapping disabled.
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