The Legal Journal on Technology (Edition 1, Vol I)

Paper submissions are invited for The Legal Journal on Technology (Edition 1, Vol I) for the year 2024.

About the Journal

The Legal Journal on Technology, an initiative spearheaded by law students from various esteemed law schools, is an interdisciplinary publication dedicated to fostering discourse and expanding the body of literature at the intersection of law and technology.

In response to the dynamic needs and intense competition of the global market, groundbreaking innovations and developments continuously emerge, necessitating a concurrent evolution in legal frameworks. This journal aims to bridge the gap between rapid technological advancements and the corresponding legal standards, ensuring that the law evolves to address and regulate the complexities of the modern technological landscape.

Length Guidelines

• Short Articles: 2,500 – 3,500 words
• Long Essays: 3,500 – 6,000 words
• Research Papers: 6,000 – 10,000 words
• The word limits exclude the abstract and footnotes. The journal is flexible regarding word count, contingent upon the quality of the submission.
• References Citation Method: All references must adhere to the latest edition of OSCOLA (Oxford University Standard for the Citation of Legal Authorities). Citations must be formatted in accordance with OSCOLA guidelines to maintain the formal tone of the journal.
• Copyright: The Legal Journal on Technology retains copyright over the published manuscripts, while authors retain full moral rights. TLJT will not use submissions for commercial purposes without notifying or attributing the authors.
• Cross-Posting: Cross-posting from other websites is prohibited. Authors wishing to cross-post work published on the TLJT Blog must obtain express consent from the TLJT Blog Editorial Board.

General Guidelines

• Originality and Publication Status: Manuscripts must be original and unpublished. Plagiarism and undue reliance on generative AI are prohibited. A similarity index of up to 10% is permissible. The Editorial Board reserves the right to reject submissions where plagiarism is detected.
• Authorship: Manuscripts may be co-authored by no more than two individuals. Each author or team of co-authors is limited to one submission per issue.
• Format: Submissions should be in .doc or .docx format.
• Formatting: Manuscripts should be written in Times New Roman, font size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.
• Abstract: Each manuscript must include an abstract of no more than 200 words.
• Images: Authors are encouraged to submit original images, such as flowcharts and infographics, to elucidate technical aspects. These images must be the authors’ own creations or stock images free from copyright restrictions.
• Editorial Discretion: The Editorial Board reserves the right to waive or amend any of the above guidelines at its absolute discretion. In cases of dispute or ambiguity, the Board’s decision will be final and binding.
• Turnaround Time: The review process typically takes approximately three weeks, though this may vary at the Editorial Board’s discretion.

Exclusive Guidelines

• Interactive Content: Authors are encouraged to include interactive elements within their submissions, such as embedded hyperlinks to external resources, interactive diagrams, or multimedia content to enhance the reader’s engagement and understanding of complex topics.
• Supplementary Data: Authors may submit supplementary datasets, code, or software tools that are referenced in their manuscripts. These materials will be published alongside the article to support transparency and reproducibility.
• Timelines: Submissions should ideally address cutting-edge issues at the intersection of law and technology, with a preference for topics that have emerged within the last 12 months.
• Predictive Analysis: Articles that include predictive analysis or future trend projections in tech law are highly encouraged.
• Open Peer Review: The journal operates an open peer review process, where the identities of reviewers and authors are known to each other. This fosters a collaborative and transparent review environment.
• Reviewer Comments Authors are allowed to include a response to reviewer comments, which will bhai published alongside the article if it is accepted. This dialogue enhances the scholarly discourse.
• Legal Tech Integration: Submissions that demonstrate the use of legal technology tools (e.g., AI-driven legal research, blockchain for contracts) in their research process are highly encouraged. Authors should include a brief section detailing the legal tech tools used and their impact on the research.
• Collaborative Submissions: The journal welcomes collaborative submissions that involve interdisciplinary teams, including legal scholars, technologists, and practitioners. Such collaborations should be clearly identified in the author biographies.
• Mentorship Program: First-time authors may request to be paired with a mentor from the journal’s Editorial Board to provide guidance and feedback during the manuscript preparation stage.
• Ethical Considerations: Submissions must include a section on the ethical implications of the technological issue being discussed. This section should address potential societal impacts, privacy concerns, and regulatory considerations.
• Responsible AI Usage: Authors must disclose any AI tools used during the manuscript preparation and ensure that their use aligns with ethical standards. Over-reliance on AIgenerated content remains prohibited.
• Living Document: The journal accepts ‘living documents’—articles that are periodically updated by the authors to reflect new developments in the field. These articles will have a version history and be reviewed annually for updates.
• Rapid Response Articles: For particularly timely issues, the journal offers a ‘rapid response’ track with an accelerated review and publication process. These articles should be concise (1,500-2,500 words) and address urgent legal and technological developments.

How to Submit?

All articles must be submitted via email to [insert email address]. The submission email should include a brief author biography, preferably no more than two sentences ([email protected]).

Contact

For further inquiries or detailed discussions, please contact:
Rudraditya Singh, Editor in Chief – +91 98110 52812
Gautam Taneja, Head of Editorial Board – +91 836-8909097

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