How to Write a Powerful Resume To Get You In The Door

Landing a legal job has never been easy. Landing any job you want in 2022 isn't easy. The economy, workforce, and firms are still grappling with COVID-19, but as we move out of the fog of virtual court and working from home, the competition for legal positions is increasing.

The way to get a job has changed from as little as two years ago to meet today's "new normal". Writing a professional legal resume that advertises your relevant legal skills, experience, and achievements (including your 50+ virtual depositions and being the first chair in a trial) is the key to attracting the attention of employers and earning that coveted interview.

A good resume involves a precise new technique that allows to you to stand out from the competition. To help you succeed on your job hunt and get the interviews you want, we explain exactly what a great resume is in 10 basic steps and provide detailed examples along the way.

Learning Objectives:

1. Recognize information that can capture attention in the first 7 seconds and learn how to incorporate strong, attention-grabbing summaries into their resume
2. Identify and understand how to tailor a resume to the job posting including the importance of keywords 
3. Spot grammar issues within resumes and ensure your resume's grammar is in tip-top shape 
4. Discuss out-of-date and "hot" resume trends