Key Details
Accessibility: Open Access Publication (OAP)
Subject Area: Law
Review Process: Double-Anonymized Peer Review
Frequency: Monthly
Language: English
Submission Details
Time for Publication: 3 Weeks
Accepted Language: English Only
Areas Covered: Multidisciplinary
Frequency: 12 Issues Per Year
Link to submit: Click here to submit
Who can submit
Academicians: Law professors & researchers
Students: UG & PG law students
Legal Professionals: Lawyers & judges
Researchers: Legal & interdisciplinary scholars
Experts: Writers with legal insight
| Overview | Journal Metrics |
|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 25% – Based on the number of submissions accepted. |
| Average Review Time | 20-30 Days – Time taken for double-blind peer review. |
| Publication Frequency | Monthly |
| Plagiarism Tolerance | Max 10% similarity – Strict plagiarism policy as per UGC guidelines. |
Perks of getting published at DE FACTO LAW JOURNAL
- Publication Certificate – All authors receive an official Certificate of Publication at no additional cost as soon as the journal issue is published online.
- Free DOI (Digital Object Identifier) – Each published article is assigned a DOI, ensuring a permanent and citable link to the document, making it easily accessible to researchers worldwide.
- Indexing in Leading Legal Databases – De Facto Law Journal is indexed in Manupatra, Google Scholar, LawVidhi and other reputable databases, ensuring wider visibility and greater academic impact.
- Hard Copy of Certificates – Authors can request a hard copy of their Publication Certificate or Certificate of Excellence for a nominal fee.
- Internship & Research Opportunities – High-performing authors are offered internship and research collaboration opportunities with leading legal institutions, think tanks, and law firms.
- Opportunity to Join Our Editorial Team – Outstanding contributors, particularly students, are invited to join as Student Editors for De Facto Law Journal, gaining valuable editorial and research experience.
- Exclusive Author Webinars & Networking – Published authors gain access to exclusive webinars and networking sessions with eminent legal scholars, judges, and practitioners.
- Best Paper Award – The Best Paper of each issue is recognized with a special award, featuring an official certificate, a publication fee waiver for the next submission, and a potential feature in legal blogs and media platforms.
- Global Reach & Open Access – All published articles are available in open-access format, ensuring broad dissemination and impact among legal scholars, practitioners, and policymakers worldwide.
- Author Spotlight & Social Media Promotion – Selected papers and authors receive special mentions on our official website and social media channels, enhancing their academic and professional visibility.
Subject Areas
- Constitutional Law, Policy & Governance
- Criminal Law & Criminal Justice
- Human Rights Law
- Corporate & Commercial Law
- Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
- Cyber Law & Digital Rights
- International Law & Comparative Law
- Environmental Law & Climate Justice
- Family Law & Personal Laws
- Labour & Employment Law
Interdisciplinary Aspects
- Law & Technology
- Law & Gender Studies
- Law & Public Policy
- Law & Economics
- Law & Political Science
- Common mistakes in legal research and how to avoid them
- Ethics in Legal Research: What to Keep in Mind
- How legal research helps in court decisions
- How Peer Review Improves Legal Research
- How to Write a Good Legal Research Paper
- Steps to Get Your Legal Paper Published
- The impact of online legal journal on legal studies
- The role of law journals in legal education
- Traditional Vs. Modern legal research methods
- Why Legal Research is Important
Dr. Amit Guleria
(Editor-in-chief)
Assistant Professor, NLU Sonepat
amitdbranlu@gmail.com
Address: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law University Rajiv Gandhi Education City, Rai, Sonipat, Haryana 131021
Mr. Saurav Bhola
(Senior Editor)
Assistant Professor, Galgotias University
Saurav.bhola@galgotiasuniversity.edu.in
Address: Galgotias University, Plot No. 2, Yamuna Expy, opposite Buddha International Circuit, Sector 17A, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 203201
Ms. Parul Shukla
(Senior Editor)
Lecturer of Law, Indian Institute Of Management–Rohtak (IIM–Rohtak)
parul.shukla@iimrohtak.ac.in
Address: Management, City Southern Bypass, Sunarian, Haryana 124010
Mr. Poras Raj
(Senior Editor)
Assistant Professor, Galgotias University
poras.raj@galgotiasuniversity.edu.in
Address: Galgotias University, Plot No. 2, Yamuna Expy, opposite Buddha International Circuit, Sector 17A, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 203201
Dr. Reena
(Senior Editor)
Assistant Professor, BPSMV, Khanpur Kalan
advocatereenasaini@gmail.com
Address: Ganaur – Gohana Rd, Khanpur Kalan, Haryana 131305
Ms. Ritika Bhola
(Senior Editor)
Research Scholar, Gujarat National Law University
ritikaphd202321@gnlu.ac.in
Address: Attalika Avenue Knowledge Corridor, PDPU Rd, Koba, Gujarat 382421
Mr. Khushal Saini
(Founder & Publisher)
Research Scholar, National Law University, Sonepat
info@defactolawjournal.org
Address: Ganaur, Distt. Sonipat, Haryana, India 131101
FAQs
What are the subject areas covered by the journal?
We accept papers across various legal disciplines, including but not limited to:
Constitutional Law
Criminal Law & Justice
Human Rights Law
Corporate & Commercial Law
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
Cyber Law & Digital Rights
International Law
Environmental Law
Labour & Employment Law
Socio-Legal Studiessequat.
What types of submissions does the journal accept?
Submissions are open to:
PhD Scholars & Academicians
Legal Practitioners & Researchers
Postgraduate & Undergraduate Law Students
Policy Analysts & Think Tanks
Is the journal open accss?
Yes, De Facto Law Journal follows an open-access model, ensuring that published research is freely available to a global audience.
How can I submit my research paper?
Authors can submit their manuscripts via our official De Facto Law Journal website under the “Submit Paper” section. Submission guidelines and formatting requirements are provided there.
Is there a submission fee for publishing in the De Facto Law Journal?
Yes, we charge a non-refundable submission fee to cover administrative costs:
- Indian Single Authored paper: ₹800/ International Single Authored paper: USD 40
- Indian Co-Authored paper: ₹1,200/ International Co-Authored paper: USD 60
- Indian Three-Authored paper : ₹1,500/ International Three-Authored paper: USD 70
Publisher Details: Address: Ganaur, Distt. Sonipat, Haryana, India 131101
Khushal Saini (info@defactolawjournal.org)