Author Guidelines

1. General Information

Lex et Praxis Journal is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes original and high-quality research in the field of legal studies, encompassing both theoretical and practical perspectives of law. The journal welcomes contributions from scholars, researchers, and legal practitioners worldwide.

All submitted manuscripts must meet the following requirements:

  • Original and unpublished work
  • Not under consideration by any other journal
  • Written in clear and scholarly English

2. Types of Manuscripts

The journal accepts the following types of manuscripts:

  • Research Articles (5,000–8,000 words)
  • Review Articles (4,000–7,000 words)
  • Case Notes / Legal Analysis (3,000–5,000 words)

The word count includes footnotes but excludes references.

3. Manuscript Structure

a. Title

  • Concise and informative (maximum 14 words)
  • Written in bold, 14 pt

b. Author Information
The manuscript must include:

  • Full name(s) without academic titles
  • Institutional affiliation(s)
  • Email address(es)
  • ORCID iD (recommended)

c. Abstract

The abstract must be written in English and consist of approximately 150–250 words. It should clearly and concisely describe the background of the study, research objectives, methodology, main findings, and the primary conclusion or contribution of the research. The abstract should provide readers with a comprehensive overview of the manuscript without requiring reference to the main text.

d. Keywords

The manuscript must include 3–5 keywords written in English. Keywords should accurately represent the main themes, concepts, or issues discussed in the article and facilitate indexing and searchability. Each keyword should be separated by semicolons.

e. Main Text

The manuscript should be organized into the following main sections: Introduction, Literature Review or Theoretical Framework, Methodology, Results and Discussion, and Conclusion.

Introduction

The Introduction should explain the background of the study, identify the research problem, describe the objectives of the research, and demonstrate the significance of the study within the broader context of legal scholarship. Authors should also identify gaps, inconsistencies, or unresolved issues in existing literature to highlight the novelty and scholarly contribution of the research.

Literature Review or Theoretical Framework

The manuscript should include either a literature review or a theoretical framework, depending on the nature and objectives of the research.

A literature review should critically analyze books, scholarly articles, legal documents, and other relevant sources related to the research topic in order to position the study within current academic discussions and developments.

A theoretical framework should explain the theories, concepts, doctrines, or analytical models underpinning the study and demonstrate how the research is grounded in established academic perspectives.

Methodology

The Methodology section should clearly describe the research methods employed in the study. Authors are expected to specify the type of research conducted, such as normative or doctrinal legal research, empirical legal research, comparative legal research, or socio-legal research. Where relevant, the manuscript should also explain the approaches applied, including statutory, conceptual, historical, or case approaches, as well as the sources of legal materials or data, methods of analysis, and research procedures.

Results and Discussion

The Results and Discussion section should present the research findings together with critical and analytical discussion. This section should demonstrate legal reasoning, interpretation of legal norms or principles, theoretical or conceptual analysis, and comparative perspectives where appropriate. For empirical or case-based studies, authors should also provide data interpretation or case analysis. The discussion should reflect originality, coherence, and a meaningful scholarly contribution to the development of legal studies.

Conclusion

The Conclusion should directly address the research objectives and summarize the principal findings of the study. Authors should avoid merely repeating the abstract or introduction and should not introduce new arguments, evidence, or data in this section. Where appropriate, recommendations or implications of the research may also be included.

f. References

  • References must follow the APA (American Psychological Association) 7th edition citation style.
    •    Authors are required to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of all references.
    •    The use of reference management software such as Mendeley is mandatory for citation and bibliography management.
    •    Authors are strongly encouraged to use recent, relevant, and internationally recognized scholarly sources.

g. In-Text Citations

  • All citations must use the APA 7th edition author–date citation system.
    •    In-text citations should be consistently formatted throughout the manuscript.
    •    Example:
    -    Single author: (Smith, 2023)
    -    Two authors: (Smith & Johnson, 2023)
    -    Three or more authors: (Smith et al., 2023)

4. Formatting Requirements

  • File format: Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx)
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Main text: 12 pt
  • Footnotes: 10 pt
  • Line spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides
  • Alignment: Justified

5. References (APA 7th edition) : 

  • Book: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the book. Publisher.
  • Journal Article: Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), page–page. https://doi.org/xxxxx
  • Conference Proceeding: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of paper. In Title of Proceedings (pp. xx–xx). Publisher.
  • Website: Organization Name. (Year). Title of webpage. URL
  • Legislation / Legal Document: Name of Regulation or Act. (Year). Jurisdiction.
  • Court Decision / Case: Case Name, Case Number (Court Year).

6. Language and Style

  • Use formal academic English
  • Avoid informal expressions
  • Ensure clarity, coherence, and logical structure
  • Authors are responsible for proofreading prior to submission

7. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain the copyright of their work while granting the journal the right of first publication.

All articles published in Lex et Praxis Journal are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided that the original work is properly cited.

Authors are responsible for obtaining permission for any third-party materials included in their manuscript.

8. Data Availability Statement

Authors are encouraged to provide a Data Availability Statement describing the accessibility of the data supporting the findings of the study.

Where applicable, authors should:

  • Indicate whether the data are publicly available, restricted, or not applicable
  • Provide links to datasets, repositories, or supplementary materials

Example:
“The data that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.”