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TYPES OF SUBMISSION

Types of Submission

Opus Juris: Legal Aid Trust's Journal of Law & Justice (Online) welcomes original and unpublished submissions from academicians, researchers, legal professionals, and law students. Manuscripts may be submitted under the following categories:

  1. Long Articles

    (3,500–10,000 words, excluding footnotes)

    This category seeks comprehensive and analytical contributions that explore a specific legal theme or issue in depth. Submissions should critically engage with existing literature, identify gaps in practice or theory, and offer innovative perspectives or practical recommendations. Theoretical and doctrinal contributions are both welcome.

  2. Essays / Short Articles

    (1,200–3,500 words, excluding footnotes)

    Essays and short articles provide focused discussion on a particular issue. These submissions should offer fresh insights, critical analysis, and well-defined arguments. Authors are encouraged to present alternative frameworks or novel interpretations within their chosen topic.

  3. Case Notes and Legislative Comments

    (1,200–3,500 words)

    This category includes critical analyses of recent judicial decisions, legislative enactments, or policy proposals. Submissions should trace the jurisprudential evolution of the issue and assess the broader implications of the decision or policy. Legislative comments must address the purpose, context, and anticipated impact of the concerned enactment or proposal.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General Instructions

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    Long articles and short articles must be accompanied by an abstract summarizing the key arguments and contributions.

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    A maximum of three authors is permitted per manuscript across all categories.

  • 3

    Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere. Plagiarism in any form will result in disqualification from consideration.

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    Authors shall bear sole responsibility for any legal or ethical issues arising from the manuscript, including those related to copyright infringement, defamation, or contempt.

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    While adherence to the specified word limits is encouraged, reasonable flexibility may be granted based on the merit and quality of the submission.

FORMAT GUIDLINES

Format Guidlines

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    The first page must include: • Title of the manuscript • Full name(s) of the author(s) • Institutional affiliation(s) • Abstract (for long and short articles)
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    The second page should begin with the main body of the manuscript.
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    Author details must be clearly stated in the manuscript.
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    Formatting: • Main text: Times New Roman, font size 12, 1.5 line spacing. • Footnotes: Times New Roman, font size 10, single spacing. • Headings: Uniform formatting across the document. • Citation style: The manuscript must follow The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation (19th or 20th Edition).