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Legal English as a Global Standard: the Dominance of English in International Law

Year: 2025

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: The paper addresses the rising hegemony of Legal English as a global norm in the practice of international law. On the basis of a critical analysis of its historical evolution, functional applications, and contemporary implications, the study foregrounds the central place of English in international legal communication, negotiation, and arbitration. Grounded in qualitative analysis of legal texts, treaties, and institutional practice, the article argues that English hegemony is not only linguistic but also cultural and geopolitical. While such hegemony facilitates efficiency and predictability, it also raises questions on inclusivity, legal interpretation, and linguistic justice in non-Anglophone nations. The article concludes by suggesting balanced multilingual policy and legal education reform to promote linguistic diversity in global legal practice

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15666963

Author: Alisherova Munisa Dilshodovna, Ziyadulloyeva Mohidil

Institution: Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers

Language: English

Topic: Legal Language and Interpretation

Subfield: Law

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6949682311

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