Article Submissions
The NLUO Mediation Chronicle accepts submissions from experts, working professionals, academicians and students. We welcome articles, case comments, legislative comments and book reviews in the field of mediation and ADR.
Submission Guidelines
Formatting Guidelines
- Word limit: 1200 – 1500 words (excluding footnotes)
- Times New Roman, size 12, 1.5 line spacing
- OSCOLA (4th Edition) citations required
- Co-authorship: Maximum 2 authors
- Plagiarism limit: 10% (UGC guidelines)
Submission Themes(Non-Exhaustive)
- Mediation Act, 2023 Analysis
- Online Dispute Resolution (ODR)
- Cross-Border Commercial Mediation
- Family & Matrimonial Mediation
- Technology & AI in Mediation
Submission Process
1. Submit
Send your article via email with all required documents
2. Review
Editorial board reviews for quality and relevance
3. Edit
Professional editing and formatting for publication
4. Publish
Article goes live on NLUO Mediation Chronicle with author attribution
Ready to Submit?
Send your article submissions to our editorial team. We typically respond within 2-3 weeks.
Email your submission to:
cmn@nluo.ac.inPlease include "Article Submission" in the subject line
Attach your article as a Word document (.docx) or PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the review process?
The Chronicle follows a structured two-tier blind peer-review system. Tier-1 review by Student Editors (4 working days), followed by Tier-2 review by Board of Editors. Total process: Approximately within 30 days.
What types of submissions are accepted?
We accept Articles, Case Comments, Legislative Comments, and Book Reviews falling within the scope of Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution.
What is the plagiarism policy?
We maintain strict adherence to UGC guidelines with a 10% similarity limit. All submissions undergo pre-screening using industry-standard plagiarism detection software.