Leiden Journal of International Law

metrics 2024

Elevating scholarly conversations on global issues.

Introduction

Leiden Journal of International Law, published by Cambridge University Press, stands as a leading platform for scholarly discourse in the fields of international law and political science. With its ISSN 0922-1565 and E-ISSN 1478-9698, the journal has established a significant academic presence since its inception in 1988, upholding rigorous standards through a robust peer-review process. The journal is notable for its impressive impact factor, categorizing it in the Q1 quartile for law and Q2 for political science and international relations, indicating its widespread influence and recognition among scholars. As a vital resource for researchers and practitioners, the journal contributes to the advancement of legal scholarship and promotes critical discussions surrounding contemporary international issues. Although it operates under a traditional subscription model, its comprehensive analyses and critical insights make it an essential read for those engaged in the interdisciplinary examination of law and global governance. The journal is headquartered in Cambridge, England, and continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the discussions that define the contemporary landscape of international law.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.40
Journal Impact Factor1.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.60
H-Index42
Journal IF Without Self1.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.32
Influence0.79
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life8.20
Citing Half Life9.00
JCI1.63
Total Documents1134
WOS Total Citations1099
SCIMAGO Total Citations3265
SCIMAGO SELF Citations313
Scopus Journal Rank0.40
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.02
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.12
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.41

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Law in Social Sciences
Rank #211/1025
Percentile 79.41
Quartile Q1
Political Science and International Relations in Social Sciences
Rank #205/706
Percentile 70.96
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 80/421
Percentile 81.10
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 51/421
Percentile 87.89
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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