This journal publishes articles examining the intersection of law with social issues, including accountability, regulation, and the impact of legal frameworks on various populations and societal debates. It explores how legal systems are interpreted, enacted, and experienced, often focusing on marginalized groups, the effectiveness of legal reforms, and the social production of legal knowledge.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
LawQ1
Sociology and Political ScienceQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
LawSociology
Scopus Categories
LawSociology and Political Science
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Law in Society and CultureLegal Education and Practice InnovationsJudicial and Constitutional StudiesLegal principles and applicationsCriminal Justice and Corrections AnalysisLaw, Economics, and Judicial SystemsComparative and International Law StudiesDiverse Scientific and Economic StudiesInternational Law and Human RightsEuropean and International Law Studies