LUCKNOW: The Legal Aid Society, Faculty of Law, Integral University, Lucknow has officially invited chapters for its forthcoming edited volume titled “Justice Beyond Courts: ADR in an Age of Legal Innovation.” The publication invites contributions from academicians, legal practitioners, research scholars, and law students to foster critical discourse on the evolving landscape of dispute resolution.
About the Organiser
The Legal Aid Society of the Faculty of Law, Integral University, aims to bridge the gap between legal theory and practice by spreading legal awareness and providing free legal aid to marginalized communities. Integral University, Lucknow, is a premier state-recognized university accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC and approved by the UGC and the Bar Council of India (BCI).
About the Book
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has transformed into an indispensable pillar of modern global legal frameworks. This upcoming edited volume aims to compile rigorous scholarly insights analyzing technological integration, contemporary challenges, and systemic innovations within alternative dispute frameworks. Upon securing editorial and advisory clearances for the selected 15—17 chapters, the Society will coordinate with a renowned publishing house for print and digital (eBook) distribution.
Indicative Sub-Themes
Authors are encouraged to explore topics aligned with the overarching theme, including but not limited to:
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Conceptual Foundations: Theoretical Frameworks of Justice in ADR
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Digital Frontiers: AI, Blockchain, and Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Platforms
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Sectoral Dynamics: ADR in Family, Commercial, Environmental, and Labour Law
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Socio-Legal Perspectives: Access, Equity, and Social Justice within ADR
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Global Dimensions: Transnational Disputes, Climate Justice, and International Arbitration
Submission Criteria & Formatting Guidelines
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Word Count: 300 to 400 words for the Abstract; 4,000 to 6,000 words for the Full Chapter (excluding footnotes/references).
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Typography: Main body text in Times New Roman, Font Size 12, 1.5 line spacing. Footnotes in Times New Roman, Font Size 10, single spacing.
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Citation Metric: Indian Law Institute (ILI) citation format (latest edition).
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Originality Check: All manuscripts must be entirely original and unpublished. A strict plagiarism cap of 10% (including footnotes) will be maintained. Manuscripts must be politically neutral.
Article Processing Charges (APC)
The administrative processing charge is applicable exclusively after the final acceptance of the peer-reviewed manuscript:
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Single Author: ₹699
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Co-Author: ₹799
Timeline & Important Dates
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Submission of Abstract: June 20, 2026
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Notification of Abstract Acceptance: June 25, 2026
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Submission of Full Chapter: July 10, 2026
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Peer Review and Editorial Feedback: July 10, 2026
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Final Acceptance & APC Payment: July 25, 2026
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Publication (Print & eBook): August 2026
Submission Procedure
Submissions must be made exclusively via the official Google Form provided below. Email submissions will not be considered.
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Document Format: Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx)
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File Naming Format: Submission2026_Name of the Author_Abstract
Important Links
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Registration & Submission Portal: Google Form Link
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Official Digital Brochure: Google Drive Link
Contact Point
For all academic and administrative queries regarding the volume, please correspond via email to legalaidsocietyiul@gmail.com with the word “Query” in the subject header.
