About the Opportunity:
The Institute of International Legal Studies (IILS), University of the Philippines Law Center, is inviting submissions for the International Legal Studies Journal (ILSJ). The journal is a peer-reviewed annual publication with a legacy of rigorous scholarship and high-quality academic writing. Authors are invited to submit original and unpublished articles, case comments, or book reviews in the fields of international law and international relations.
Eligibility:
This call is open to:
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Academics and researchers
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Law students and graduate students
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Legal practitioners and policy professionals
All submissions must be original, unpublished, and formatted according to Bluebook citation standards.
Topics Covered:
Submissions may address themes including:
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Sources and subjects of international law
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International criminal law, environmental law, and trade law
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ASEAN law, space law, and comparative international law
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International dispute resolution, courts, and tribunals
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International development, sustainability, and global governance
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Foreign policy, critical approaches, and historical perspectives
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Emerging issues in public international law and international relations
A broader list is provided in the official call document.
Submission Requirements:
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Original articles: 6,000–10,000 words
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Case comments: 3,000–5,000 words
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Abstract: 150–200 words
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Submissions must follow Bluebook formatting and be sent in Word (.docx) format.
How to Apply:
Interested authors may submit their manuscripts or direct inquiries to ilsj_law.upd@up.edu.ph.
Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis.
Link to official notification- LINK
