Peer reviewedOpen accessTwo issues per yearEnglish and Indonesian
Societas Law Review is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal that publishes original research and conceptual analysis on law as it works in society. The journal aims to disseminate innovative and significant scholarly contributions to the academic and professional community, and is published twice a year, covering the periods January–June and July–December. Manuscripts may be submitted in English or Indonesian.
Manuscript Categories
The journal accepts manuscripts in the following categories:
Research Articles
Original works, whether doctrinal, socio-legal, empirical, or comparative, that make a substantial contribution to the advancement of knowledge in the journal’s fields of law.
Conceptual and Critical Legal Analyses
In-depth examinations of statutory provisions, case law, legal policy, or legal concepts relevant to the journal’s fields, connecting the argument to how the law operates in practice.
Manuscript Preparation
Authors are advised to prepare their manuscripts according to the following guidelines. A complete formatting template is available on the Paper Template page of this journal.
1Title Page
The title page must include:
◆Title
Concise, informative, and reflective of the manuscript’s core legal issue.
◆Authors
Full name, institutional affiliation, and email address for each author.
◆Abstract
A structured abstract of a maximum of 250 words containing the research problem, objective, method or approach, key findings, and the significance or novelty of the study. The abstract should end with a statement of the one or two Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) addressed by the work.
◆Keywords
3 to 5 keywords that describe the main concepts of the manuscript, including the SDG(s) identified in the abstract.
2Introduction
Clearly describe the background, objective, and significance of the research. Include the problem statement, a brief review of relevant prior scholarship, and the research questions.
3Research Method
Explain the research approach used (for example, normative-juridical, empirical or socio-legal, or comparative), the sources of data or legal materials, and the method of analysis, in sufficient detail to allow the study to be assessed for methodological rigor.
4Results and Discussion
Present the research findings systematically. Discuss their meaning in relation to existing statutory provisions, case law, and prior scholarship, and disclose any limitations encountered during the research process.
5Conclusion
Summarize the main findings and their contribution to legal theory, policy, or practice. Where relevant, provide recommendations for future research or law reform, without repeating information already discussed.
6References
List all sources cited in the manuscript. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of all reference data.
Reference and Citation Requirements
◆Citation Style
References must be prepared in APA 7th edition style, or another style specified by the editorial board prior to submission.
◆Reference Manager
All citations and the reference list must be generated using Zotero, which can be downloaded at zotero.org/download.
◆Minimum Number
Each manuscript should contain at least 25 references.
◆Sources
At least 50% of all references should come from reputable, peer-reviewed international journals.
◆Primary Legal Sources
Statutes, regulations, and case law cited must reference the official gazette, court report, or an authoritative online source.
◆Self-Citation
Self-citations are permitted but should not exceed three references and must be directly relevant to the current manuscript.
◆Recency
Authors are encouraged to prioritize references published within the past 10 years to ensure the currency and relevance of the study.
Submission, Review, and Ethics
Manuscript Submission
Submit your manuscript through the journal’s online submission system. For administrative inquiries, contact journal@aisholarborneo.org.
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