Call for Papers – Lex Plus Student Law Review (Volume V, 2024-25)
Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) Law College, Mangaluru
About the Institution
Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) Law College, Mangaluru, is a premier institution for legal education and research, affiliated with Karnataka State Law University (KSLU), Hubballi, and recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI), Delhi. The institution operates under the SDM Educational Society, led by Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade.
About the Journal
Lex Plus Student Law Review is a peer-reviewed, student-led law journal that encourages academic research in specialized and emerging legal fields. It serves as a platform for law students, researchers, and legal professionals to contribute to contemporary legal discourse.
Call for Papers – Volume V (2024-25)
The Editorial Board invites original and unpublished contributions in the form of:
- Research Papers (3,000-6,000 words)
- Case Commentaries (1,500-3,000 words)
- Legislative Analyses (2,000-4,000 words)
- Book Reviews (1,000-2,500 words)
(Word limits include footnotes.)
Theme: Niche Areas in Law
Authors are encouraged to explore lesser-discussed or emerging legal topics, specialized legal fields, or interdisciplinary legal research.
Eligibility
Submissions are invited from:
Law students (Undergraduate & Postgraduate)
Research scholars
Academicians & faculty members
Legal practitioners
Formatting & Submission Guidelines
Citation Format
- Strict adherence to OSCOLA (Oxford University Standard for the Citation of Legal Authorities).
- Footnotes must follow OSCOLA guidelines and appear at the bottom of the relevant page.
Document & Text Formatting
File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) only (PDF submissions will not be considered).
Font & Spacing:
- Main Text: Book Antiqua, 14-point font, 1.5-line spacing.
- Footnotes: Book Antiqua, 10-point font, single-line spacing.
Page Layout: - Margins: 1 inch on all sides.
- Alignment: Left-aligned only (Justified text is not permitted).
- Indentation: Each new paragraph must begin with a 1-inch indent.
Review & Selection Process
- Co-authorship is allowed (Maximum two authors per submission).
- Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
- Manuscripts will undergo double-blind peer review.
Submission Procedure
Email your manuscript to lexpluslawreview@gmail.com with the subject line:
“LEX PLUS – MANUSCRIPT”
Authors will receive an acknowledgment within five business days.
Important Dates
Submission Deadline: April 20, 2025
Contact Information
For queries, reach out to:
Email: lexpluslawreview@gmail.com
S. Shivshankar Bhat: +91 7892570115
Apeksha Poojary K.K.: +91 8971547037
