The Selection Process
The Albany Law Review publishes articles that make significant and original contributions to the law and legal scholarship. We do not preclude articles based upon pre-set length or topic limitations. Essays, book reviews, and student note or comments will be considered on a limited basis.
All articles submitted should be of publishable quality and in substantially finished form.
General Submissions
Manuscripts may be submitted to:
Albany Law Review through ExpressO
Alternatively, you may submit a manuscript in an easily read format (please include an electronic copy) to:
Albany Law Review
Attn: Executive Editor of Lead Articles
80 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
If you are submitting your manuscript by mail, or would like to email your work for consideration, please submit an electronic copy to: lawreview@albanylaw.edu.
Expedited Review
If another journal has offered to publish your article, you may request an expedited review by emailing lawreview@albanylaw.edu. You may also call the editors at (518) 472-5857 to discuss your submission. Please state "Expedited Review Request" clearly in the subject line of your email, and include the following information in the body of the email: the author's name, the article's title, a contact phone number, the journal making the offer, and the deadline for the expedited review to be completed. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that expedited review deadlines will be met; however, be assured that we will take all reasonable measures to review submissions within the specified time constraints.
Editorial Philosophy
Through editing, Albany Law Review seeks to ensure the substantive and grammatical correctness of every line published. We will never attempt to alter the "voice" of a piece or its author. Any and all editorial changes made by Law Review staff will be finally agreed upon by the author prior to publication.
Albany Law Review Events
Call for Submissions for BP Oil Spill Issue
The Albany Law Review is currently seeking submissions for the BP Oil Spill Symposium book that will be published in conjunction with this Fall's symposium. If you are interested in submitting an article, please click here for additional details.
Albany Law Review to Host Fall Symposium on the Gulf Oil Spill Disaster
On October 14, 2010, the Albany Law Review is presenting a symposium exploring the aftermath of the continuing oil spill. The immediate legal impact of the oil spill lies in the countless pending and forthcoming actions against BP. We plan to explore lawsuits arising from the private sector, as well as civil and criminal claims from several state and federal government agencies. Dissecting these actions will not only help gauge the repercussions of causing such terrific economic and environmental harm, but it will outline how legal action can be used to shape the new laws and regulations that will undoubtedly arise from this ordeal.
For more information, visit our Symposia page by clicking the tab above or contact the Executive Editor for Symposia, Joe Dier, at jdier@albanylaw.edu.
Law Review Hosts Lieutenant Governor Ravitch for Town Hall Discussion on the State Budget
On Monday, April 19, 2010, the Albany Law Review hosted Lieutenant Governor Richard Ravitch who spoke about the impact of the nation's fiscal crisis on New York and his work to stabilize the state's economy. The Lieutenant Governor recently published a short essay on this subject for the symposium issue of volume 73. To listen to the event, please click HERE.
Chief Judge Lippman Moderates Symposium on Wrongful Convictions, Manhattan DA Vance Announces New Initiative
On March 4, 2010, the Albany Law Review hosted its fourth annual Chief Judge Lawrence H. Cooke State Constitutional Commentary Symposium on Wrongful Convictions: Understanding and Addressing Criminal Injustice. As opening speaker and moderator, New York Court of Appeals Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman led a discussion on wrongful convictions and efforts to address this issue of state and national importance. Speaker Cyrus Vance, Jr., Manhattan District Attorney, announced his creation of a Conviction Integrity Program that will address many of the issues and concerns discussed by the panel. The event followed Chief Judge Lippman’s recent appointment of a permanent New York State task force on wrongful convictions.
To view a video of the event, please click HERE.
Albany Law Review News
Inaugural Albany Law Review Alumni Reception Held in NYC
On April 8th, the Law Review, with special appreciation to our generous host, Dan S. Grossman '78, held its inaugural alumni reception at the New York office of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. The event was an outstanding success with over 100 Law Review alumni in attendance. Over a half century of members were on hand to celebrate the proud tradition of the Albany Law Review, with attendees ranging from the Class of 1958 to our most recent 2009 graduates.
Albany Law Review Announces Partnership with the School of Criminal Justice, University at Albany
In partnership with the University at Albany School of Criminal Justice, the Albany Law Review will publish an annual issue entitled "Miscarriages of Justice," which will be dedicated to exploring injustice in the criminal justice system. The issue will invite legal, social science, and policy perspectives on topics including wrongful convictions, actions and policies that impede the apprehension, prosecution, and punishment of the guilty, and other subjects that explore how and why the criminal justice system falls short in achieving its objectives or can enhance its truth-seeking and other functions. The format of the volume will consist of an Articles section and a section for Notes and Comments. The Miscarriage of Justice issue will also have a Professional Board of Editors comprised of faculty members of the School of Criminal Justice, Albany Law School, and other scholars and professionals with relevant expertise. The inaugural issue has an anticipated publication date of Fall 2010.
Albany Law Review Publishes Biannual E-Newsletter
To facilitate contact with alumni, faculty, staff, students, and the broader legal community, the Albany Law Review publishes a biannual E-Newsletter. This publication highlights current developments of the Law Review, as well as recent successes of our alumni. If you want to receive the E-Newsletter, or have content you would like included please contact Rachel Clattenburg at RClattenburg@albanylaw.edu.
