ABOUT THE JOURNAL

法学年鉴 Annals of Law (ISSN Print: 3079-5389, ISSN Online: 3079-5397) is an international, peer-reviewed Open Access (OA) journal dedicated to advancing scholarly innovation, interdisciplinary integration, and global dialogue in the field of law. As an annual authoritative platform, the journal focuses on the dynamic evolution of legal theory and practice, spanning foundational jurisprudence to cutting-edge legal technologies. It aims to provide scholars, legal practitioners, policymakers, and the public with in-depth academic reviews, critical analyses, and policy recommendations. By promoting the global dissemination of the rule of law and its localized application, Annals of Law strives to address complex legal challenges in the context of digitization, globalization, and sustainable development, fostering a more just and inclusive legal order.

Scope and Topics
The journal welcomes submissions across ​all domains of law, emphasizing theoretical depth, practical relevance, and diverse perspectives. Key areas include but are not limited to:

  • ​Foundational Law & Jurisprudence:

    • Legal philosophy, sociology of law, and critical legal studies
    • Legal positivism, natural law theory, and postmodern legal thought
    • Comparative law, legal transplantation, and localization pathways
    • Legal linguistics, legal logic, and hermeneutic methodologies

  • ​Branch Law & Practical Research:

    • Constitutional and Administrative Law: Checks on public power, human rights protection, and governance innovation
    • Criminal Law and Procedure: Criminology, criminal policy, and judicial reform
    • Civil, Commercial, and Economic Law: Property rights, contract law, corporate law, and antitrust practices
    • International Law and Global Governance: Maritime law, trade law, climate agreements, and transnational dispute resolution

  • ​Emerging & Interdisciplinary Fields:

    • AI and Law: Algorithmic transparency, data privacy, and ethical regulation of AI
    • Digital Rule of Law: Blockchain, smart contracts, and cybercrime governance
    • Environmental Law and Sustainability: Carbon neutrality legislation, biodiversity protection, and climate litigation
    • Health Law: Public health crisis response, medical ethics, and vaccine intellectual property

  • ​Legal History & Legal Culture:

    • Comparative legal traditions, history of legal thought, and codification processes
    • Colonial and postcolonial legal legacies, cultural conflicts in globalization
    • Gender and Law: Family law reform, anti-discrimination policies, and LGBTQ+ rights

  • ​Legal Technology & Practical Innovation:

    • LegalTech: Judicial big data, online dispute resolution, and legal automation
    • Legal Education: Interdisciplinary curriculum design, moot courts, and professional ethics
    • Public Interest Litigation, Legal Aid, and Social Justice Practices

​法学年鉴
Annals of Law
ISSN Print: 3079-5389
ISSN Online: 3079-5397
Submission Email: [email protected]

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