Publication in legal scientific journals is an integral part of the professional activity of lawyers and researchers working in this field. The publication of articles in such publications contributes to the dissemination of research results, exchange of experience, development of legal science and strengthening the academic reputation of the author. Below is the list of authoritative legal journals classified by branches of law.

List of legal journals by major areas of law
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Competition Law
Scopus CiteScore: 3.1
This publication publishes articles, annotated case law and book reviews on European Union law issues such as the euro crisis, state aid, internal market, fundamental rights protection and consumer protection.
Scopus CiteScore: 1.1
An authoritative academic and practitioner journal published by Oxford University Press on antitrust and competition law in the European Union. The journal publishes articles, reviews and analyses on EU policy, jurisprudence, merger control, state aid and the behaviour of dominant companies. It is indexed in Scopus and Web of Science (ESCI) and is considered one of the leading journals in its field.
Scopus CiteScore: 1.3
A peer-reviewed academic journal published by Oxford University Press since 2013. It provides a platform for publishing cutting-edge research on public and private antitrust enforcement at both international and national levels. The journal publishes articles on cartel enforcement, merger control, jurisprudence and competition policy.
Scopus CiteScore: 0.9
An authoritative international publication dedicated to competition policy and competition issues on a global scale. It provides in-depth analyses, legal reviews and economic studies covering key aspects of market regulation, international trade and the competitive environment.
Scopus CiteScore: 0.3
A contemporary academic journal devoted to European Union competition and regulatory law. It is published quarterly and covers topics such as the main current antitrust issues and procedural trends, antitrust enforcement in network industries at EU and national level, the Digital Single Market strategy and competition rules.
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Constitutional and Administrative Law
Scopus CiteScore: 2.7
European Journal of Migration and Law is an authoritative academic publication focusing on the legal aspects of migration, asylum and citizenship in the European and international context. The journal covers key migration policy challenges, analysing normative developments, jurisprudence and the impact of human rights on human mobility.
Scopus CiteScore: 2.0
A leading academic journal devoted to comparative and international constitutional law. It brings together research on key issues in constitutional theory, jurisprudence, human rights and the global legal order.
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Criminal Law
Scopus CiteScore: 8.1
A scientific publication devoted to the comprehensive study of crime, deviant behaviour and criminal justice systems. The journal is international in scope and publishes original research and theoretical developments that contribute to the development of modern criminological science and to the formation of an up-to-date research agenda.
Scopus CiteScore: 4.5
The journal hosts articles analysing international criminal justice issues, including the work of international tribunals.
Scopus CiteScore: 1.1
The journal publishes articles covering both substantive and procedural law. It serves as a platform for the discussion and development of international criminal law, bringing together different legal traditions and approaches.
Scopus CiteScore: 1.3
The leading academic publication on international criminal law and justice. Founded in 2003 by a group of distinguished jurists, the journal is published by Oxford University Press and provides a platform for in-depth analyses of key justice issues from the perspectives of law, jurisprudence, criminology, penal philosophy and the history of international judicial institutions.
Scopus CiteScore: 1.3
A specialised academic journal dedicated to the analysis of the procedures and practices of international judicial and arbitral bodies. It has been published since 2007 by Brill and is published three times a year. Special attention is paid to the practice of the UN International Court of Justice, the International Criminal Court and other international tribunals.
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