Submission Guidelines

The Scholarship section of CICL Currents highlights original, research‑informed writing that contributes to ongoing conversations in international and comparative law. While the blog emphasizes accessibility and timeliness, it remains grounded in scholarly rigor, careful analysis, and respect for diverse legal traditions. 

Purpose and Scope 

The Scholarship section showcases short‑form academic writing that: 

  • Advances understanding of international and comparative legal issues 
  • Engages with recent legal developments, cases, treaties, or policy initiatives 
  • Explores comparative perspectives across jurisdictions or legal systems 
  • Reflects on theoretical, doctrinal, or methodological questions in global law 

Contributions may draw from traditional legal analysis as well as interdisciplinary approaches, including history, political science, economics, sociology, and international relations. 

Areas of Focus 

Submissions in the Scholarship section may address topics such as: 

  • International human rights and constitutionalism 
  • International humanitarian law and armed conflict 
  • International trade, investment, and economic governance 
  • Comparative public and private law 
  • Global administrative law and transnational regulation 
  • Environmental, climate, and sustainability law 
  • Migration, refugee, and citizenship law 
  • The role of international institutions and courts 
  • Comparative approaches to national criminal and civil justice systems 
  • Strategic and other litigation aimed at enforcing international law.  

This list is illustrative rather than exhaustive; innovative and emerging areas of inquiry are welcome. 

Submission Guidelines 

Types of Submissions We Accept
  • Student Essays and Case Notes – 2,000–3,000 words. Analytical reflections on recent cases, legal developments, or comparative perspectives. 
  • Professional Commentary – 2,000–4,000 words. Practitioners and scholars are encouraged to share insights from research, practice, or policy work. 
  • Book/Article Reviews – 500–1,200 words. Critical engagement with recent scholarship relevant to international or comparative law. 
  • Event/Conference Reflections – 600–1,200 words. Highlights from international law events, with analysis of broader implications. 

The Scholarship section features work by: 

  • Emory Law students 
  • Emory Law faculty and affiliated scholars 
  • Visiting academics 
  • Legal practitioners, policymakers, and professionals engaged in international or comparative law 

Collaborative and co‑authored pieces are welcome. 

  • Style: Clear, concise, and accessible to a broad legal audience 
  • Tone: Scholarly but approachable; analytical rather than advocacy‑driven 
  • Citations: Hyperlinked citations or short footnotes where appropriate 
  • Authors are encouraged to present well‑defined arguments, situate their analysis within existing scholarship or legal frameworks, and explain the broader significance of their work. 
  • Please submit your work in Word format (.docx), double-spaced, 12-point font. 
  • Articles will be lightly edited for clarity, style, and length. Authors will have the opportunity to review edits before publication. 
  • Submissions are reviewed by the CICL Currents editorial team (a steering committee of students and faculty advisors). 
  • While CICL Currents is not a peer‑reviewed law journal, it upholds high scholarly and editorial standards. 
  • Not all submissions can be published; acceptance is based on quality, relevance, and originality. 

We strive to provide decisions within 2–3 weeks of submission.

We accept only original, unpublished work. Submissions should not have been previously published elsewhere, including other blogs or journals.

CICL Currents encourages dialogue and intellectual exchange. Authors are invited not only to publish their work but also to engage with readers through responses, follow‑up pieces, and discussions sparked by their contributions.

All submissions to the CICL Currents must be the original work of the author. Contributors are strictly prohibited from using artificial intelligence (AI) tools—including text generators, paraphrasers, or automated drafting systems—at any stage of the writing process. Authors must rely solely on their own research, analysis, and writing. Any submission found to have been produced or assisted by AI will not be accepted. By submitting, authors affirm that their work reflects their independent thought and scholarly integrity.

How to Submit

Please send submissions and a brief author bio (2–3 sentences) to the form on the website.