The interwoven relationship between law, society, and democracy forms the foundation of modern governance and social order. This academic series seeks to critically examine the dynamic interactions among legal institutions, societal transformations, and democratic principles in an era marked by rapid global change. By fostering a multidimensional discourse, it aims to bridge the gap between legal scholarship, social sciences, and political theory to offer fresh insights into the complexities of contemporary governance.
Throughout history, legal systems have played a crucial role in shaping societal norms, regulating human interactions, and maintaining order. Similarly, democracy, as an evolving political system, has been influenced by shifting social dynamics, legal interpretations, and global political trends. This series aims to analyze these interdependencies, offering a nuanced understanding of how legal principles and democratic values adapt to changing societal needs.
This series is dedicated to addressing pivotal questions such as: How do legal frameworks shape and respond to societal evolution? What role does law play in sustaining democratic institutions and practices? How do legal norms both reflect and challenge prevailing social and political ideologies? What mechanisms exist to ensure the resilience of democratic governance amid social and political crises? How do global legal developments influence national legal frameworks and societal structures?
This series will adopt a rigorous interdisciplinary approach, drawing from legal studies, political science, sociology, history, and economics. Methodologies will include doctrinal analysis, empirical research, case studies, and comparative law perspectives. Contributions from legal practitioners, scholars, policymakers, and civil society actors will ensure that theoretical discussions remain grounded in real-world implications. Additionally, qualitative and quantitative research methods will be utilized to examine both historical and contemporary case studies, enabling a holistic understanding of law and democracy.
Editorial Board:
Prof. Nicola Lupo – LUISS Guido Carli di Roma
Prof. Cristina Fasone – LUISS Gudio Carli di Roma
Prof. Olena Boryslawska - Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
Prof. Gabriella Mangione - University of Insubria
Prof. Livia Trellova - Comenius University in Bratislava
Prof. Jacek Wantoch-Rekowski – Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń
Prof. Aušrinė Pasvenskienė - Vytautas Magnus University in Kaunas
Prof. Noriyuki Inoue - Osaka Gakuin University
Prof. Agnieszka Laskowska-Hulisz – Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń
Prof. Gaetano Dammacco - Universita degli Studi di Bari
Prof. Dario Đerđa - University of Rijeka
Prof. Renato Mehanna - Universidade Santa Cecília
Prof. Salah Koubaa – University Hassan II Casablanca