Journal of Empirical Legal Studies

metrics 2024

Empowering Scholars with Rigorous Empirical Studies

Introduction

The Journal of Empirical Legal Studies, published by WILEY, stands as a prominent voice in the fields of law and education, reflected in its impressive Q1 ranking in Law and Q2 ranking in Education for 2023. With an ISSN of 1740-1453 and an E-ISSN of 1740-1461, this journal fosters a dynamic exchange of innovative research and empirical analyses that bridge the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical applications in legal studies. Located in the United Kingdom, the journal has consistently provided a platform for scholars to publish impactful research, contributing to its standing in the 79th percentile of Social Sciences in Law and providing meaningful insights into legal practices. Though it operates on a traditional subscription model, the journal maintains a commitment to high-quality, peer-reviewed content, aiming to enhance the understanding of legal phenomena through rigorous empirical investigation. By engaging with critical studies conducted from 2011 to 2024, the journal aims to equip researchers, practitioners, and students alike with the necessary tools to navigate and influence the evolving legal landscape.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.54
Journal Impact Factor1.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.90
H-Index33
Journal IF Without Self1.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.31
Influence1.22
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life9.80
Citing Half Life10.50
JCI1.71
Total Documents385
WOS Total Citations998
SCIMAGO Total Citations1392
SCIMAGO SELF Citations88
Scopus Journal Rank0.54
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.11
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.55
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.10

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Law in Social Sciences
Rank #215/1025
Percentile 79.02
Quartile Q1
Education in Social Sciences
Rank #719/1543
Percentile 53.40
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 99/421
Percentile 76.60
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 46/421
Percentile 89.07
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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