How do you write a law review note?

Address a topic that will not be overly analyzed by the time your note is considered for publication (remember your note may not be published until a year after you start it!) Offer original analysis and a novel perspective on an existing legal issue backed by persuasive authorities.

Is Law Review a big deal?

Being a member of Law Review is seen as a high honor for law students, and a coveted credential that is looked for by future employers. Private and public interest law firms often expect to see journal membership on your resumé, and judicial clerkships practically require it.

When should I submit to a law review?

There is no hard science behind when to submit to law reviews. However, our submission season data does point to two peak periods: February through April. August through October.

Is the National Law Review reliable?

Accordingly, we review all content prior to publication to make sure that it is educational in nature which maintains the credibility of the website as a premier legal news source.

How do you publish a peer reviewed journal article?

The writing stage

1) Focus on a story that progresses logically, rather than chronologically.
2) Don’t try to write and edit at the same time.
3) Don’t bury your argument like a needle in a haystack.
4) Ask a colleague to check your work.
5) Get published by writing a review or a response.

How do I know if the article is peer reviewed?

If the article is from a printed journal, look at the publication information in the front of the journal. If the article is from an electronic journal, go to the journal home page and look for a link to ‘About this journal’ or ‘Notes for Authors’. Here it should tell you if the articles are peer-reviewed.

Can you publish papers without PhD?

Yes, it’s possible to get a paper published without having a PhD: PhD students do it all the time. Submitted papers are supposed to be evaluated according to what they say, not who said it.