Journal of Law and Economics is a peer-reviewed academic journal that explores the intersection of legal frameworks and economic principles. The journal publishes original research examining how legal institutions and regulations influence economic behavior, market outcomes, and social welfare.

Journal Website: https://journal.kawanad.com/index.php/jle/index

Research Focus Areas

We welcome research employing diverse methodological approaches including theoretical modeling, empirical analysis, case studies, and comparative perspectives on topics such as: economic analysis of legal institutions and regulations, legal frameworks for market regulation and competition, property rights and contracts, law and economics in developing economies, corporate governance, antitrust law, intellectual property rights, environmental law, labor law, tax law, criminal law and deterrence theory, and international trade law.

Important Dates

Submission Opens: January 20, 2026
Submission Deadline: April 30, 2026
In-Press Period: February - March 2026
Full Publication: May 1, 2026

Language Policy

Articles can be submitted in either Bahasa Indonesia or English. However, all accepted articles will be published in English. For complete information regarding the language publication policy, please refer to: https://journal.kawanad.com/index.php/jle/announcement/view/26

Manuscript Template

Please use the appropriate template based on your submission language:

Indonesian Template: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15K-3PYWCYe_QUq-QYtnmCHwUw36z5Vbe/
English Template: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sn-C1saWkU8QXnBzzLEfHEyyTCmscSVF/

Submission Requirements

Original research articles not published elsewhere, following the journal's template (English or Indonesian), with rigorous methodology. Research articles should be 6,000-10,000 words, while policy briefs 3,000-5,000 words. Both theoretical and empirical research are welcome.

Review Process

All submissions undergo double-blind peer review based on originality, methodological rigor, clarity, and relevance to law and economics.

How to Submit

Submit your manuscript at: https://journal.kawanad.com/index.php/jle/index

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Journal of Law and Economics