Alliance Journal of Corporate and Commercial Law (AJCCL)
[ONLINE]
e-ISSN: 2584-2463
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About the Centre
The Alliance Journal of Corporate and Commercial Law (AJCCL), an annual online publication of the Alliance Centre for Corporate and Commercial Laws (ACCL) at Alliance School of Law, Alliance University, Bengaluru, invites original and unpublished submissions for its 2025 edition (Vol. III). The journal is committed to publishing high-quality research that demonstrates both scholarly rigor and practical relevance within the dynamic field of corporate and commercial law.
About the Journal
AJCCL provides a platform for in-depth analysis and discussion of contemporary issues in corporate and commercial law. As a double-blind peer-reviewed open access journal (e-ISSN : 2584-2463), AJCCL upholds rigorous academic standards and aims to foster a strong research culture by disseminating valuable insights and significant findings. We welcome contributions that offer critical perspectives, propose innovative solutions, and contribute to the ongoing development of this vital area of law.
Call for Papers
The Alliance Journal of Corporate and Commercial Law (AJCCL), an annual peer-reviewed, open-access law journal published by the Alliance Centre for Corporate and Commercial Laws (ACCL), Alliance School of Law, Alliance University, Bengaluru, invites original and unpublished manuscripts for its 2025 (Vol. III) Edition.
Submission Guidelines
Submission Categories
We welcome submissions in the following categories:
Research Articles: Substantive, analytical research offering original contributions to corporate and commercial law.
Case Comments / Case Notes: Insightful analyses of recent or landmark judicial decisions.
Legislative Comments / Statute Notes: Critical assessments of newly enacted or significantly amended statutes.
Essays: Theoretical or policy-oriented reflections supported by legal analysis.
Book Reviews: Critical appraisals of recently published works relevant to the journal’s domain.
General Guidelines
Word Limits
- Research Articles: 5,000 – 8,000 words
- Case Comments, Legislative Comments, Essays: 3,000 – 5,000 words
- Book Reviews: 1,500 – 2,500 words
Co-Authorship
- Research Articles: Maximum of two authors.
- Other categories: Preferably single-authored; exceptions may be considered.
| Anonymized Review Process |
| To facilitate a double-blind peer review process: Include author name(s), institutional affiliation(s), contact details, and acknowledgments only on a separate cover page. The manuscript should contain only the title on the first page. Remove any self-identifying references in the text (e.g., replace “I have argued...” with “It has been argued…”). |
| Abstract and Keywords |
| Key words are required for Articles, Case Comments, Legislative Comments, and Essays. Abstract must be 250–300 words, with 5 keywords. Key words are not required for Book Reviews. |
| Every submission should be adhered to the following style and citation format. |
| Main Text: Times New Roman, font size 12, 1.5 spacing, justified, with a margin left 1.5 inch and right 1.0-inch, top 1inch and bottom 1 inch. The first line of the paragraph is not to be indented. |
| Titles Format - Paper title in Times New Roman, font size 12, bold, capital letters, 1.5 line spacing. Headings and subheadings in same specifications with font size 11 and 10 respectively. |
| Citation - Submissions are required to strictly adhere to The Bluebook: A Uniform Method of Citation, 20th Edition. |
| All manuscripts shall include an 'Introduction' and 'Conclusion'. |
| Use of first person shall be avoided. |
| All pages shall be numbered. |
| All tables, charts, graphs, figures etc. should be kept to the minimum. They should be on separate sheets with sources indicated at the bottom. |
| Formatting Requirements |
| Font: Times New Roman |
| Size: 12 pt (text); 11 pt for headings; 10 pt for subheadings. |
| Spacing: 1.5 lines. |
| Alignment: Justified |
| Margins: Left 1.5", Right 1.0", Top & Bottom 1" |
| No first-line indentations |
| No footnotes in titles or headings |
| Citation Format: The Bluebook (21st Edition) |
| Structure: All manuscripts (except Book Reviews) should include a clear Introduction and Conclusion |
| Page Numbering: Consecutive numbering on all pages |
| Tables/Figures: If used, place each on a separate sheet with source details |
How to Submit?
Please email your manuscript and separate cover page in Microsoft Word format to accl@alliance.edu.in
Editorial Process
All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review coordinated by the Editorial Board under the supervision of the Editor-in-Chief. Review decisions are based on academic merit, originality, structure, relevance, and compliance with journal standards.
Who can Submit?
Submissions accepted from:
Judges.
Academicians.
Professionals.
Research Scholars.
Students pursuing Law in allied disciplines.
Editorial Process
All submissions would undergo a rigorous research-based scrutiny by academicians or specialists in the related areas and under the supervision of Editor-in-Chief / Editors. It would be a blind, double peer review, based on well-chart out criteria approved by the Editorial Board of the research journal.
Publisher
Alliance University: Central Campus, Chikkahagade Cross, Chandapura - Anekal Main Road, Anekal, Bengaluru - 562106, Karnataka, India.
