Hastings Law Journal

Since its inception in 1949, the Hastings Law Journal (HLJ) has been dedicated to publishing high-quality scholarly works, including in-depth analytical papers, insightful essays, and student notes on a wide range of legal topics. With a team of nearly 90 members, HLJ publishes six issues each year, reaching a broad audience both domestically and internationally.

One of these issues is typically dedicated to articles related to our regular symposiums, which serve as important platforms for intellectual exchange in the legal community, focusing on hot topics and the latest developments in the field of law. For instance, HLJ has conducted in-depth discussions on "Federal Sentencing Reform," analyzing the changes in sentencing policies and their impact on the judicial system. Under the theme of "The Legal Dimensions of 3D Printing," the journal has discussed the legal challenges and opportunities presented by 3D printing technology. "From the Bench to Society: Law and Ethics at the Frontier of Genomic Technology" has addressed the intersection of genomics with legal and ethical issues. Additionally, the theme "The Jurisprudence of Justice Anthony Kennedy: Four Decades of Influence" has reviewed the profound impact of Justice Kennedy on the field of law.

Through these symposiums and the publication of related articles, HLJ not only fosters dialogue between the academic and practical legal communities but also provides valuable resources for legal professionals and scholars, helping them to better understand the complexity and diversity of the legal field. The journal's diverse and forward-looking content has made it an important voice in the legal academic community, playing a positive role in promoting the development of legal thought and innovation in legal practice.

《Hastings Law Journal》是一本由UNIV CALIF出版商出版的专业社会学期刊，该刊创刊于1949年，刊期6 issues/year，该刊已被国际权威数据库SCIE、SSCI收录。在中科院最新升级版分区表中，该刊分区信息为大类学科：社会学4区，小类学科：法学 4区；在JCR（Journal Citation Reports）分区等级为Q2。该刊发文范围涵盖LAW等领域，旨在及时、准确、全面地报道国内外LAW工作者在该领域取得的最新研究成果、工作进展及学术动态、技术革新等，促进学术交流，鼓励学术创新。2023年影响因子为0.7，平均审稿速度 。