Journal Description
Gouni Journal of Law is a scholarly publication dedicated to advancing research and knowledge in the field of law. Published by Godfrey Okoye University, this journal provides a platform for legal scholars, practitioners, and researchers to disseminate their original contributions, theoretical perspectives, empirical studies, and innovative practices in various areas of law.
Focus and Scope: The journal focuses on a broad range of legal topics and disciplines, including but not limited to:
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Constitutional Law: Research on constitutional interpretation, constitutional rights and freedoms, constitutional reform, and comparative constitutional law.
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Criminal Law and Procedure: Investigation of criminal justice systems, criminal liability, criminal offenses, criminal procedure, and evidence law.
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International Law: Study of public international law, international human rights law, international criminal law, international humanitarian law, and international trade law.
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Comparative Law: Analysis of legal systems, comparative legal methodology, legal transplants, legal harmonization, and the study of legal cultures.
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Corporate and Commercial Law: Exploration of corporate governance, company law, securities regulation, commercial contracts, and business organizations.
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Intellectual Property Law: Examination of intellectual property rights, patent law, copyright law, trademark law, and the intersection of law and technology.
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Family Law: Research on family law issues, marriage and divorce, child custody, adoption, surrogacy, and domestic violence.
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Human Rights and Social Justice: Study of human rights law, social justice issues, discrimination law, gender and the law, and minority rights.
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Environmental Law: Analysis of environmental regulations, conservation law, sustainable development, climate change law, and natural resource management.
The journal welcomes interdisciplinary perspectives and encourages submissions that explore the intersections between law and other disciplines such as politics, sociology, philosophy, and economics.
The Gouni Journal of Law aims to foster intellectual discourse, promote critical analysis, and contribute to the development of legal scholarship and practice. It provides a platform for the exchange of ideas, theoretical insights, empirical research, and practical experiences among legal scholars, practitioners, and policymakers.
Submission Guidelines: Authors interested in submitting their work to the Gouni Journal of Law are encouraged to consult the journal's website for detailed guidelines regarding manuscript preparation, submission procedures, and ethical considerations. The journal follows a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality and validity of published articles.
Editorial Board: The journal is led by a distinguished editorial board comprising experts and scholars from diverse backgrounds in law and related fields. The board members provide their expertise, guidance, and critical evaluation to maintain the academic integrity and excellence of the journal.
Publication Frequency: The Gouni Journal of Law is published biannually. Each issue features a collection of high-quality articles, research papers, case analyses, and critical commentaries, providing a valuable resource for legal scholars, practitioners, and researchers.
The Gouni Journal of Law serves as a valuable platform for legal scholars, practitioners, and researchers to contribute to the advancement of legal knowledge, theory, and practice. With its focus on rigorous scholarship, interdisciplinary perspectives, and practical relevance, the journal plays a significant role in fostering intellectual discourse, promoting innovation, and enhancing the quality of legal research and practice.
