Guidelines for Other Contributors

 

What We Publish

Arizona Attorney Magazine has been around, in one form or another, for more than 60 years. Today, we continue to offer award-winning coverage of the legal developments, professional services and practice issues that matter most to Arizona's legal community.

Arizona Attorney Magazine educates and informs practicing Arizona lawyers on substantive law, legal developments and the business and practice of law. While most articles are written by attorneys, we also welcome contributions from non-attorney professionals whose expertise can help lawyers better serve their clients and manage their practices.

We welcome:

• Articles from subject-matter experts in professional services fields that are relevant to lawyers and law firms.
• Insights on technology, cybersecurity, finance, wealth management, real estate, mediation, legal operations, marketing, wellness and other topics that affect legal practice.
• Educational articles tied to one of the magazine's special "Guide" issues, which focus on areas such as Technology, Real Estate, Wealth Management, Mediation and similar practice-related fields.
• Trend pieces, emerging developments and best practices relevant to Arizona attorneys.
• Analysis and practical guidance that helps lawyers navigate challenges in their practices or better serve clients.

The value we provide readers is made possible by contributors who share specialized expertise and practical knowledge. We reach nearly 30,000 readers each month, and we are always interested in content that helps Arizona attorneys stay informed and effective.

Before you submit:

Articles submitted by non-attorneys must meet the same standards applied to all magazine content:

• Articles must be original and not previously published.
• Content must be educational, balanced and useful to attorneys.
• Advertorial, promotional or sales-focused content will not be accepted.
• Articles should focus on informing readers rather than marketing a product, service or company.
• Submissions should generally be between 750 and 1,500 words.

We encourage prospective authors to contact the editor before drafting an article. A brief proposal or topic summary can help ensure the subject aligns with the magazine's editorial needs and audience interests.

For article proposals, submission questions or comments about magazine content, contact Editor Kyle Patton at Kyle.Patton@staff.azbar.org or 602.340.7378.

Submission Process

Getting your story into Arizona Attorney Magazine may be easier than you think.

Writers may submit either a completed article or a query letter outlining the proposed topic, position and intended audience. If you have never written for a magazine before, you are welcome to workshop and brainstorm your idea with the Editor, who is happy to help shepherd authors through the editorial process.

The Editor encourages writers to submit a query letter first, which allows you to get feedback, refine your idea and gauge the magazine’s interest before investing time in a full article.

The Editorial Board reviews submissions monthly. Interest in a query does not guarantee publication, but accepted articles are scheduled for a future issue. The Board’s review frequently highlights ways an article can be improved or expanded, and we hope authors will welcome its feedback. As a monthly publication with long production lead times, content is planned well in advance, so authors should expect that several months may pass before their article appears in print.

Article Length & Format

• Non-attorney articles: 750–1,500 words. 
• Submit in Microsoft Word (preferred).
• Use Bluebook citation format.
• Use concise endnotes placed at the end of the article.
• Along with your article, be sure to include:
  • A 100-word bio for each author.
  • A high-res headshot for each author.

Original Content & AI Usage

Submissions must be 100% original and not published anywhere else, including blogs or personal/firm websites. If your article is under consideration at another publication, or you've submitted your content to multiple outlets, please let the Editor know. Authors must disclose to the Editor any use of artificial intelligence (including generative AI tools) in the research, drafting or editing of their submission.

 

Deadlines & Timing

Deadlines for Arizona Attorney Magazine content vary on the type of information provided:

• Query letters, abstracts, outlines and article drafts are reviewed by the Editorial Board. If your content is approved, we try to publish it as soon as possible.
• Send all editorial content or questions to Kyle.Patton@staff.azbar.org. 

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