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The Journal of International Legal Communication (JILC) is currently accepting submissions for its upcoming issue. We invite scholars, researchers, legal practitioners, PhD candidates, and interdisciplinary authors to submit academic articles exploring the complex intersections between law, language, and communication.
As an international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal, JILC provides a dynamic platform for high-quality research at the crossroads of legal communication, comparative law, legal linguistics, and digital transformation in legal systems.
What We Publish
JILC welcomes original research articles, comparative studies, legal analyses, and conceptual papers in areas including but not limited to:
Legal discourse and multilingualism
Legal translation and terminology
Comparative and international legal systems
EU law and cross-border legal harmonization
Artificial intelligence and digitalization in legal practice
Legal tech, smart contracts, blockchain law
Communication in judicial systems and public legal education
Interdisciplinary approaches in legal education and legal philosophy
Whether you are researching legal communication in multilingual societies, exploring the legal implications of AI, or working on digital law and cybersecurity, your work is welcome.
Why Publish with JILC?
- Open Access – All articles are available globally, increasing your research visibility
- Indexing & Visibility – JILC is indexed in
DOAJ
HeinOnline
Google Scholar
Index Copernicus
ANVUR
ORCID
National Library of Poland - Efficient peer-review process
- International editorial board & readership
- Ideal journal for researchers looking to publish in Scopus-track legal journals, or those seeking journals for publishing in legal communication, comparative legal systems, or AI and law.
Submission Guidelines
To publish your article in an open access legal journal, please prepare your manuscript according to our [submission guidelines] and upload it via the editorial portal.
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For inquiries: editor@jilc.uw.edu.pl
Propose a Special Issue – Journal of International Legal Communication (JILC)
We welcome your ideas for guest-edited academic issues
Are you working on an emerging legal topic that deserves broader academic attention? Do you coordinate a research project, conference, or international collaboration related to legal communication, digital transformation in law, or interdisciplinary legal studies?
The Journal of International Legal Communication (JILC) invites scholars and research teams to propose Special Issues for consideration by the editorial board. We are open to innovative, focused themes that align with the journal’s mission and contribute to global academic dialogue.
What We Are Looking For:
Well-defined thematic proposals related to
- Legal communication and discourse
- Comparative and international legal systems
- Legal translation and multilingualism
- AI and digital transformation in law
- Public legal communication and access to justice
- Legal education in a globalized world
Proposals from international research teams or institutions
Guest editors with academic and/or professional expertise in the topic
What to Include in Your Proposal:
- Working title of the Special Issue
- A brief description (300–500 words) of the proposed theme and its relevance
- Suggested scope of topics or article types
- Optional: List of potential contributors or target audiences
- Short bios of guest editor(s)
Submit Your Proposal
We accept special issue proposals year-round. All submissions are reviewed by the Editorial Board.
Send your proposal to: editor@jilc.uw.edu.pl
Subject: Special Issue Proposal – [Your Topic]
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