MISSION
The International Law Journal strives to encourage discussion and deliberation between scholars, students, and practitioners on international law issues.
HISTORY
In 2008, the Journal of International Commercial Law was formed by a group of students interested in furthering the study of international commercial law. At the time, there was little emphasis on international law at the law school. The Journal aimed to build on student interest in law and economics by promoting a greater understanding of the legal aspects of international commerce. Since then, the Journal has steadily grown and built a strong academic reputation.
Over time, this growth led the Journal to broaden its focus and publish articles on a variety of international topics. This shift was formalized in 2019, when the editorial board changed the name to the International Law Journal.
PROCESS
The Journal is led by a student editorial board with the addition of a Faculty Advisor. Editors are selected the spring after their second year of law school. Candidate members are selected the spring after their first year of law school. The admission process includes on assessment of writing and citation skills. Materials are anonymized throughout the admissions process.
For publications, the editing process is intensive. The editors suggest changes and edits to ensure that every claim is accurately supported. They will also conduct a thorough proofread and review structure and substance.
PRODUCTION
The Journal is published twice a year. Prior volumes can be found on HeinOnline, LexisNexis, and Westlaw.