Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines

Insolvation: International Journal of Insolvency & Restructuring Law

These guidelines apply to all submissions to Insolvation. Manuscripts not aligned with these requirements may be returned for technical correction before peer review.

1) Scope and Article Categories

Insolvation publishes high-quality scholarship in insolvency, restructuring, bankruptcy, distressed finance, cross-border insolvency, and related legal-policy issues.

• Original Article
• Doctrinal & Comparative Legal Analysis
• Policy & Reform Paper
• Case Note & Legislative Commentary
• Practice-Oriented Insight
• Book Review
• Editorial Article

2) Core Submission Conditions

1. The manuscript is original and not under consideration elsewhere.
2. All listed authors meet authorship criteria and approve submission.
3. Author order is final and agreed by all co-authors.
4. All required permissions/approvals are obtained.
5. Disclosures (funding, conflicts, AI usage) are complete and accurate.

3) Manuscript Preparation Requirements

3.1 Language and Structure
Manuscript must be in clear academic English. Use the applicable Insolvation article template. Include mandatory elements where relevant: title, abstract, keywords, body sections, conclusion, references.

3.2 Title, Abstract, Keywords
Title should be precise and informative. Abstract should summarize objective, method/approach, findings, implications. Keywords: 3–8 terms.

3.3 Word Count and Sections
Follow category-specific word limits. At least one relevant manuscript section must be selected and filled.

3.4 Citation and References
Follow Insolvation citation style (OSCOLA-aligned legal citation practice unless otherwise notified). Verify all citations and authorities.

3.5 Tables/Figures
Provide table and figure counts separately. Use clear labels and source attributions where required.

4) Ethical and Transparency Declarations (Mandatory)

All declarations below are mandatory. If not relevant, write NOT APPLICABLE.

1. Funding Statement
2. Conflict of Interest Statement
3. Originality / Exclusivity Declaration
4. Data Availability / Editor Cooperation Declaration
5. Permissions / Institutional Approval Declaration
6. Policy Agreement Declaration
7. AI Tool Usage Declaration

5) AI Usage Policy

If AI tools are used, authors must disclose usage clearly. AI tools must not be used to fabricate facts, citations, legal authorities, or core conclusions. Authors remain fully responsible for accuracy and integrity.

6) Author Information Requirements

At least one author is mandatory. For each author: full name, qualification, affiliation, city/country, email, ORCID (recommended). A corresponding author must be designated.

7) Cover Letter and Title Page

Submission package should include a Cover Letter and a Title Page with article and author details. The Insolvation workflow can auto-generate both from structured inputs.

8) Peer Review and Editorial Process

• Technical screening
• Editorial screening
• Peer review and revision
• Final editorial decision

9) Plagiarism and Integrity Screening

Submissions may be screened for overlap/similarity. Inappropriate overlap, fabricated data/citations, or manipulated content may lead to rejection or post-publication action.

10) Open Access, Copyright, and Licensing

Licensing and copyright terms apply as published in Insolvation policy pages and article metadata.

11) Post-Acceptance and Proofing

Authors must review proofs promptly. Proof-stage changes are limited to policy-compliant corrections.

12) Appeals and Complaints

Authors may submit a reasoned appeal to the editorial office with supporting details.

13) Contact

For formatting, policy, or suitability queries, contact the Insolvation editorial office via official channels.