UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO LAW JOURNAL

metrics 2024

Elevating the Standards of Legal Research

Introduction

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO LAW JOURNAL, published by University of Toronto Press Inc, stands as a distinguished platform in the realm of legal scholarship, having served the academic community since its inception. With an ISSN of 0042-0220 and an E-ISSN of 1710-1174, this quarterly journal is not only recognized for its rigorous peer-review process but also boasts an impressive Q2 rank in Law and a Q3 rank in Sociology and Political Science as per the 2023 category quartiles. The journal aims to foster advanced knowledge and discourse on various legal issues, thereby appealing to researchers, professionals, and students alike who are eager to engage with contemporary legal debates. It is noteworthy that the journal currently does not offer open access, ensuring the integrity and quality of its publications for a subscribed audience. Published in Canada and available for a wide readership, the UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO LAW JOURNAL continues to be a pivotal source for critical analyses and fresh insights in the fields of law and social sciences, contributing significantly to the understanding and evolution of legal frameworks.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.24
Journal Impact Factor0.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.90
H-Index21
Journal IF Without Self0.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.14
Influence0.54
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life12.80
Citing Half Life14.50
JCI0.72
Total Documents409
WOS Total Citations472
SCIMAGO Total Citations772
SCIMAGO SELF Citations35
Scopus Journal Rank0.24
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.58
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.64
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.63

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Law in Social Sciences
Rank #297/1025
Percentile 71.02
Quartile Q2
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #605/1466
Percentile 58.73
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 171/421
Percentile 59.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

LAW
Rank 178/421
Percentile 57.72
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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