OSCOLA Citation Generator Tool
The OSCOLA citation generator helps law students and professionals create accurate legal references quickly. Developed for the Oxford Standard for Citation of Legal Authorities, it automates citation formatting for cases, legislation, books, and journals. This tool ensures compliance with UK legal citation standards, saves time on manual formatting, and reduces errors in academic papers and legal documents.
How to Use
1. Select source type from dropdown
2. Enter document details (author, title, year, etc.)
3. Click "Generate Citation"
4. Copy result or download as text file
5. Use "Clear" to reset fields
FAQs
What is OSCOLA citation format?
OSCOLA (Oxford Standard for Citation of Legal Authorities) is the primary citation style used in UK legal academia. It provides specific rules for citing cases, legislation, and secondary legal materials without using footnotes. Our generator follows the latest OSCOLA 4th edition guidelines to ensure accuracy.
Can I cite multiple authors with this tool?
Yes, simply separate multiple authors with commas. The generator will automatically format them correctly using the "&" symbol before the last author in accordance with OSCOLA standards.
How does it handle online sources?
When a URL is provided, the generator adds "available at" before the web address and includes the accessed date automatically. It formats online resources according to OSCOLA's requirements for electronic sources.