AJIL Submissions

The American Journal of International Law (AJIL) invites submissions of manuscripts on international law subjects that are broadly understood. We will acknowledge receipt of all manuscripts. A submission not accepted for publication will be returned if you have included a stamped, self-addressed envelope.

• The AJIL does not require exclusive submissions.
• Submissions may be made by mail or e-mail.
• Submissions made by mail should include a copy of the document on disk or CD, to facilitate editorial review. Manuscripts should be sent to: AJIL, American Society of International Law, 2223 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington DC 20008-2864.
• AJIL uses Word 2007, but can convert manuscripts created in other word processing programs. Please specify the processing program used.
• Manuscripts may be sent by e-mail to: ajil@asil.org.
• Format requirements: All manuscripts should be double-spaced, with double-spaced footnotes. AJIL generally conforms to the footnote style of The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation (18th ed., 2005).
• Maximum length of manuscripts:
  • The maximum length for lead articles is 100 letter-sized pages in 12-point Times New Roman type, with double-spaced text, quotations, and footnotes.
  • The maximum length for "Current Developments" and "Notes & Comments" submissions is 30 letter-sized pages in 12-point Times New Roman type, with double-spaced text, quotations, and footnotes.

For comprehensive information on our style and detailed formatting guidelines, see the AJIL Style Guide .

Book reviews are by invitation; however, you may suggest books for review to the AJIL Book Review Office, 2223 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008-2864. Books for review should be sent to the same address.