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UK's #1 Professional Legal CV Writing Service

Take advantage of the UK's best legal CV writing service to build your law career, so your resume makes an impact within 7 seconds! Test the success of your refined document by receiving 5X more interview invites. Fill out the form now.

Initially, We provide both options; career consultancy and resume writing assistance to our customers. our career experts first mind map brilliant career ideas that can help them in seizing better career opportunities. Afterwards, we move towards CV writing process where the professional resume writers assure to write flawless corporate resume content.

Templates and resume designs mark equal impact on the impression hence; we suggest and recommend template design to customers right according to their job roles and nature of occupation. Though, we give enough flexibility to our customers to make a suitable template selection, right according to their choice.

The last step of our resume writing involves formatting and editing. To craft a perfect and accurate CV we have a team of professional editors that work at optimum level to format resumes in aesthetically attractive way. Apart from this, expert proofreaders of our company equally contribute in detecting out writing bugs and other flaws.

once we complete the entire process of resume writing, our customer support team members then take accountability to deliver your resume right on the committed time.

We only hire experts who excel at CV writing. They have already written perfect CVs for many jobs and helped people all over the world get the positions they are dreaming of.

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From handling minor formatting details to creating a whole next level corporate template; Leo works proficiently to craft exemplary templates.

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A few months back, I got my CV done from here and within a month, I got two calls from the leading IT companies.

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The website and working procedure are user-friendly.

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From London to Dubai, our CV writing company has supported various professionals from a plethora of fields and backgrounds. After all, it takes skills and expertise to create performing profiles. Don’t let your CV be tossed around recklessly as well. Trust our CV writing help and get the success balls rolling.

We Are UK's Law CV Experts Who Know The Secret of Crafting Interview-Winning Legal CVs

From legal cvs to personal statement, and cover letters - we offer it all.

Our top-rated legal CV writing service is not limited to one service only. Instead, we bring you the broadest spectrum of services that counts everything, from tip to toe. We pen down engaging cover letters, personal statements, resumes, curriculum vitae, and a lot more. We are a complete legal resume agency that is the best spot to get all your career documents done - and that is the true advantage that CVWritings offers. The full range of services ease your hurdles and deliver you a delightful experience.

Besides that, we have the largest force of legal resume writing specialists, who can help you at any level of your career. Either you are just keeping your foot in the field, willing to make the transition in your career, or you are already at the leading position - our experts excel the art of boiling down the potential employers. The team has a deep understanding of the sector and can breed brilliant outcomes for any domain. They have written legal IT professional CVs too!

The Only Law CV UK's Graduates Needs To Kick-Start Their Career

Attorney has several branches trotting out from the pivot, including public defenders, entertainment legal professionals, charity paintings - our pro legal CV writing service can handle it all. Our portfolio encompasses resumes delivered to legal assistants, prosecutors, and public defenders. The team has labored for your area of specialization, so you don't have to wander around. Our services will work as transportation towards your dream company. Stop beating around the bush, have faith in CVWritings, and prepare yourself for your next interview!

Irrespective, if you are a fresh graduate, seeking opportunities to perform your first prison task, or a practicing lawyer, looking to level up your position, we can provide you with a field expert professional to provide you with quality assistance. The expert will viably highlight all your accomplishments, educational achievements, unique honours, and other relevant information in the most representable manner. CVWritings is the best place to get your career tools done, without any hassle. We promise you highly refined outcomes at every stage of your career.

Advance in Your Career with Best Legal Resume Writing Service in UK

We know what it takes to make your lawyer's CV successful in driving more opportunities. Our team of professionals crafts tailored legal CVs in UK, to deliver a bespoke experience. CVWritings is an industry-leading name that has helped 9999+ lawyers so far, to shorten and energize the job hunt process by reflecting all that a recruiter wishes to see. We have been side by side with our clients, helping them with beginner-level resumes, and 10 years later - we assisted them with a senior-level attorney document.

Did you notice customer loyalty? Because we take customer satisfaction very seriously! 90% of our clients return to us. Since your vitae paper is the first non-verbal communication with your hiring manager, we make sure it goes absolutely well. The legal CV writers are not regular resume makers – instead, they are the former and practicing lawyers who have been involved in hiring processes. They know what a hiring manager looks for, and what they don’t. Hence, the end product is prepared according to their experience and exposure.

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Good legal resumes aren't an easy thing to make - it requires years of experience and knowledge to make one. Hence, we check all the boxes that enable us to offer you top-notch law resume writing services in the region. Being backed up with expert legal resume writers, we have been breeding outstanding results in the town. Not only do lawyers-to-be take resume-making services from us, but they hire us for seeking cover letter services too. We can help you with all your career equipment.

On the grounds of experience, and covering a wide range of services, we have managed to garner an outstanding reputation among legal CV writing websites in London and other cities like Glasgow , Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, and Edinburgh. The native British law resume writers spare no effort to pen down excellent pieces of document to help you land your dream position 10X faster! With us, you can have a structured solution that perfectly syncs along with your goals, and helps you win the job in no time.

UK's Certified Law CV Writers to Make Your Documents Standout

Beat the competition by having a hold of highly customized, and professionally written legal CV, that would leave the jaws open of the hiring managers. We have hired the best law CV writers in the UK, who have been exercising their skills for years. They implement all of their knowledge and experience to produce best-in-class outcomes. They market your skills in the best possible way. Our team plays a significant role in fetching us recognition in the cutthroat competition of UK.

Upon asking search engines about the best option, you might come across uncountable agencies offering similar services. But when it comes to seeking quality service, our legal CV writing company gets highly addressed! We have a proven track record in generating outcomes that get the job done. Most of our clients got an interview invite instantly after submitting the vitae document composed by us. Irrespective of your field, you got professionals to boost your career. Along with attorney vitae making, we master IT CV writing service too.

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Another reason why we have garnered so much appreciation is our low pricing! Since the service is designed for students to mid-level employees, followed by senior lawyers too, we keep the prices cheapest. The low prices enable everyone to avail of quality services, without ruining their budget. We understand the financial constraints of the students and hence we have managed to maintain our prices lowest. Also, you get some enticing discounts too. The sale and discounted prices have enabled everyone to be benefitted from the services.

Do not confuse cheap prices with lowered standards, because we never compromise on that. Quality has been our most significant concern, and we never settled on that. Hence at CVWritings, you get the cheapest legal CV writing service in UK. Not only for resumes, for our other services like law personal statements, and cover letters, we have lowered the costs fully. The documents are fully ATS compatible, ticking another box of the recruiter checklist. Waste no time, place your order with us and get the balls rolling.

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Professional Legal CV writing service for Legal professionals

Working with both legal sector job seekers and leading legal firms, we have over 17 years of experience writing CVs and LinkedIn profiles for legal professionals.

Become 40% more likely to win your next Legal role

CV Writing Service for Legal Professionals

Aimed at professionals with 10 years or more work experience up to senior executive level, our service is of the highest quality and industry leading. You will work with a Personal Branding Specialist who themselves have been senior in their own career and who have extensive experience working with senior job seekers.

This service includes 3 STAR case studies which will make your CV stand out from the competition. To write an effective CV we need to find out about you, which requires a detailed exchange of information. This is done through an in-depth two-hour fact-finding / discovery session (via telephone or Zoom) with one of our highly-experienced Personal Branding Specialists / CV Writers. This session is not just a simple Q&A, it’s our opportunity to clarify your personal brand, define your value proposition, and to talk about your track record and achievements.

How the CV service works:

You will have a 2 hour telephone / Zoom fact finding session

We will discuss your career in detail

We will define your personal brand and value proposition

We will write your CV from scratch

We will transform it into a powerful business case

We will keep working until you are 100% happy

CV & LinkedIn Profile Writing Service for Legal Professionals

Our service is of the highest quality and industry leading. This service includes "3 STAR" case studies that can be used to showcase your biggest achievements on your CV and your LinkedIn profile content. To write an effective CV & LinkedIn profile we need to find out about you, which requires a detailed exchange of information. This is done through an in-depth two-hour fact-finding / discovery session (via telephone or Zoom) with one of our highly-experienced Personal Branding Specialists / CV Writers. This session is not just a simple Q&A, it’s our opportunity to clarify your personal brand, define your value proposition, and to talk about your track record and achievements.

How the CV and LinkedIn service works:

We will write your CV and LinkedIn profile from scratch

We will transform both into a powerful business case

CV & LinkedIn Profile Writing with Extra Content to Target Multiple Roles

Our service is of the highest quality and industry leading. This service includes extra profiles (the opening paragraph on your CV) and extra case studies (a key sales tool used on CVs) that can be swapped in and out of your CV, depending on the role you are applying for, to make it laser targeted. To write an effective CV & LinkedIn profile we need to find out about you, which requires a detailed exchange of information. This is done through an in-depth two-hour fact-finding / discovery session (via telephone or Zoom) with one of our highly-experienced Personal Branding Specialists / CV Writers. This session is not just a simple Q&A, it’s our opportunity to clarify your personal brand, define your value proposition, and to talk about your track record and achievements.

UK-leading Legal CV writing service

We have vast experience in creating CVs for legal professionals including those who are seeking the most senior roles. It is a rather unique profession and in some ways, rather traditional in its views on CVs.

Our CV writing services involve a slightly different framework for our legal CVs which will make your CV stand out from the crowd. Our CV experts use this tried and tested methodology to ensure you have a competitive edge.

We work with a leading legal sector job board, have delivered many career workshops for CILEx and have written CVs for professionals working at top legal firms and The Law Society . Our legal clients have had successful applications with organisations such as DLA Piper, Allen & Overy, Clifford Chance and many FTSE100/Fortune500 employers.

We genuinely know what it takes to get an interview and achieve recruitment success in the legal sector.

Our highly effective process for Legal CVs

To get the best out of the process, we need to know as much about you as possible. We don't just take your existing CV and re-write it, we provide a much more robust personal branding service that is revered across our indutsry.

You'll be assigned one of our CV writers who are exceptionally experienced at making a huge difference to your CV. We have over 17 years of experience and knowledge in the legal recruitment process.

Our CV writers conduct a thorough 2-hour fact finding session with our clients (via Zoom, Teams or telephone) to discuss your career objectives, personal brand, experience, skills and achievements.

We then use our understanding of the hot skills within this sector to create a highly effective document that serves as a business case that explains why a future employer or hiring manager should employ you.

Some of the legal professionals we have worked with:

Legal Executive

Conveyancer

Legal Secretary

Legal Assistant

Legal Clerk

Legal Advisor

Trainee Solicitor

Managing Partner

Head of Legal

In-House Counsel

Legal Director

Legal Manager

Compliance Officer

Compliance Manager

Legal Analyst

Legal Consultant

Legal Researcher

Legal Trainer

Practice Manager

Family Law Mediator

Notary Public

Mediator/Arbitrator

Patent Attorney

Trademark Attorney

Crown Prosecutor

Our industry-accredited Legal CV writers

Our CV writers (or what we call Personal Branding Specialists) are carefully selected and trained. They work towards an internal accreditation to become a CVIA Accredited CV Writer that involves the passing of a rather comprehensive exam. Once they have passed this exam, they can legitimately consider themselves one of the best of the best.

Our talented team will optimise your CV to create a high impact business case to apply for your new position in the legal profession. Our methodology includes:

Optimisation for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Development of case studies to showcase your best achievements

The use of social proofing to further sell your talents

The identification and creation of your value proposition

The application of personal branding and marketing techniques

Why choose our CV writing services?

We work with you to create a CV that acts as powerful marketing document to apply for even the most senior legal positions. Our aim is to help you get more interviews and job offers with better employers at the highest possible remuneration.

We use UK accredited CV writers

We have extensive experience with the legal profession

Money back guarantee if we drop the ball

High impact and unique CV writing methodology

Higher chances of achieving an interview

Find out more or order our service

Please contact us to find out more about our CV writing services and which would best suit your needs and levels of experience. You might also be interested in our bespoke LinkedIn profile service, interview coaching and career coaching too.

Whether it's your CV, LinkedIn profile or cover letters, we make sure you're 100% happy with your new self-marketing collateral. Your documents will be edited until you are completely satisfied.

To order one of our services select a package below or for more information about our credentials, please contact us on  01274 408 222  or  [email protected] .

Our guarantee to you

We will keep working on your CV until you are 100% happy. We also have a money back guarantee for those rare situations where a customer is not happy with the service.

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Customer case studies

I was very happy with the service I received. My completed CV far exceeded my expectations and I felt Pat understood exactly what I was trying to achieve. I am now considering the interview service.

It has been great working with you! I am very pleased with the outcome of the CV.

After our hour and a half on the phone the other Friday, I got a very good feeling about the final result of my CV. You didn't disappoint; the result is exactly what I expected. Your professionalism and the service you offer is first class.

My partner had no interviews for 12 months and then got her CV written by the CV & Interview Advisors. She got 9 interviews and has landed the perfect job. I have signed up to have mine done today!

Many thanks for the completed CV and the cover letter. I would like to say how pleased I am with both the level of service and the end products. I know I asked you to work to fairly tight deadlines and not only has that been easily achieved but there is time to spare. Many thanks again and if I, my wife or any of my friends and colleagues require assistance, I shall not hesitate in returning to you or recommending you.

Many thanks for your and Melanie’s work on my CV. I must say that your professionalism and end result have met and exceeded my expectations!

Meet the Team

Our team have all been senior professionals in their own careers.

Personal Branding Specialist

Peter PhD BSc FIET CEng FBCS CITP

CVIA Accredited CV Practitioner / Senior Personal Branding Specialist

CV, Resume & LinkedIn Expert / Lead Presenter

Other Sectors & Specialisms We Work With

Armed Forces

Public Sector

Customer Services

Interim Managers and Contractors

Senior Executives

Construction

Graduates and Interns

Project Managers

Engineering

Finance and Accountancy

Procurement & Supply Chain

Media & Entertainment

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I am a former director and business owner with extensive experience, including leading teams of managers in multinational companies, SMEs and independent businesses in roles such as recruitment, training, sales management, project management and quality control.

My varied self-employed background includes setting up and operating a recruitment and training company for nine years and a pub management business for six years, where I employed up to 300 and 200 staff, respectively.

Over the last ten years, I have created 1300+ CV packages and personal branding assignments, scores of executive search projects and many recruitment consultancy interventions. I have also worked as a property developer, a business and marketing consultant and a freelance writer, developing content for a range of organisations.

My qualifications include an MA in English, a proofreading certification from The Publishing Training Centre and an extensive range of courses and accreditations in areas encompassing leadership, sales management, negotiation, train the trainer, executive recruiting, counselling, managing stress, conflict management, NLP and life management.

Prior to joining CVIA as a Personal Branding Specialist, I enjoyed over 20 years working in Senior Sales and Marketing positions for some of the world’s largest organisations engaged in the FMCG, Industrial and Manufacturing industries. During my career, I have developed expertise in the formulation and execution of B2B and B2C marketing strategies, together with proficiencies in managing complex product portfolios and sizeable budgets. In my previous roles, I have contributed to organisational improvements, collaborative team efforts and attainment of key business targets and acquired the skills required to lead internal teams and manage external agencies.

More recently, I have established a freelance copywriter business, combining my marketing talents with a passion for writing to help a variety of businesses connect with their customers through creative and engaging copy.

My deep commercial experience and copywriting expertise combine to give me the attributes needed to create compelling job-seeker collateral, ensuring skills and knowledge are captured and presented in the best way possible.

Away from work, my interests are varied; I enjoy many sports, specifically rugby, football and skiing and I am also a keen photographer with a love of travel.

PhD BSc FIET CEng FBCS CITP Personal Branding Specialist

My mission is to help you get your next job. I write compelling personal branding collateral and provide thorough interview preparation to give you the very best chance of success.

I spent more than 30 years coaching and mentoring my colleagues while working at IBM, contributing to their success with CVs and interviews and in working with senior client staff. I now spend my time working with professionals at all levels to develop their careers and succeed in this highly competitive job market.

In addition to my work with CVIA, I coach university students on their CVs, interview preparation and dissertations. I also work with a niche recruitment agency, interviewing for executive posts, which gives me a deep insight on what headhunters are looking for from a CV.

My IBM career ranged from internal IT support to Technical Sales Executive for Middle East and Africa. I have worked in several industries including automotive, where I was both European Industry Technical Leader and Technical Relationship Manager for some major European OEMs. I’m a Fellow of the IET and the BCS and a Chartered Engineer.

My coaching diploma supports my collaborative approach to working with you. My experience writing CVs at all levels assures the quality of your CV. My dedication to your success will get you through!

Pat has spent many years in the recruitment industry from junior temps to executive search. The last 10 years of Pat's recruitment career have been within exec search, working for one of the world's largest specialist recruitment groups on high profile retained assignments.

Pat is also a talented writer and career coach who has worked with hundreds of clients to create compelling personal branding collateral.

Pat works with clients at all levels but adds significant value to individuals seeking senior and executive appointments. He is also a mentor to our newer team members and considered internally as "Mr Wordsmith".

Prior to joining CVIA, Julian had 15 years recruitment experience and achieved Fellowship status in 2017, headhunting senior managers for clients on roles that markets and competitors overlooked. The companies Julian worked for and became a qualified recruiter at, specialise in world class recruitment best practice and actively develop the REC & IRP national regulatory and compliance standards. Julian has built and run national job boards carrying +125,000 vacancies, attracting +1 million visitors within 12 months and before joining the recruitment industry, had a career in factory management, supplying short shelf life chilled food products to national retailers. Julian is qualified in Recruitment Best Practice, Business Studies, completing Level 5 in HR Management and as side line, a practicing qualified dog psychologist and Cordon Bleu chef. Julian’s combined understanding of operations management, building ATS systems, designing job boards, and deep knowledge of the recruitment industry and best practice gives him a special ability to capture an individual’s career essence, direction and value proposition.

Alistair is a former business owner and senior recruiter who has spent the last 10 years helping professionals and executives to move forwards in their career.

Alistair's role within CVIA is Lead Presenter and chief CV, resume and LinkedIn profile appraiser - he has critiqued many thousands of CVs, resumes and LinkedIn profiles for individuals across all sectors.

His experience includes: several years in the corporate world, primarily in a variety of sales and operations roles; several years working within the executive search industry, both permanent and interim sectors; and several years working for CVIA as a Coach and Presenter.

Alistair is passionate about providing individuals with valuable insight into how their critical Personal Branding tools - primarily their CV, resume and LinkedIn profile - are really used by recruiters and hiring managers.

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Legal CV Writing

Interview winning legal cv's, in a fiercely competitive and rapidly changing legal market, a professionally prepared and effectively tailored cv can make a huge difference to your prospects. here at the cv guru, we have a specialist team of cv writers who can help you in your next legal career move. whether you are a current law student entering the world of work, a paralegal wishing to develop your career or a qualified lawyer simply looking for your next challenge, our dedicated team will tailor your documents to suit your specific goals. we also assist career changers who are looking to move away from the legal industry and apply their transferable skills elsewhere. our professional cv writing service means we employ the use of keywords throughout your cv to highlight key skills and technical expertise to ensure you sail through applicant tracking systems., our expert cv writers create your cv for employers., tailoring your cv to your chosen industry you are applying for we will make your achievements stand out using keywords and ats compliant formatting so that you can secure an interview ..

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Our expert writer will start work on your CV, liaising with you directly by email for additional details

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Our consultants will work with you until you are happy with your documents – you get unlimited amendments with your cv, cover letter, personal statement or linkedin profile., join the thousands of successful jobseekers who we have helped around the world, our customer reviews, customer testimonial.

I sent The CV Guru my CV once I thought it was ready to go and I was really pleased with it. When The CV Guru sent it back to me I was absolutely thrilled. The layout was much more slick and the bullet points made my attributes stand out. They are brilliant.

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Understanding this diversity and its accompanying challenges is one of City CV’s strengths. Not only does our team understand the sector but we know how to support our clients on their journey to find the role that best meets their qualifications, goals and aspirations.

For some, this means identifying and consolidating their skills through a targeted coaching programme. Others benefit from a fresh approach to their personal branding documents, resulting in powerful CV s and LinkedIn profiles which reflect their professional expertise, their command of a legal specialism, their commercial value, and give an immediate snapshot of their career history and achievements.

Whatever your field of expertise, we have industry specialists to transform your career.

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Specialist Expertise from a Committed Team

Our team of consultants, writers and coaches includes former senior legal professionals, who have recruited and consulted at every level both in the UK and internationally.

Their backgrounds include Magic Circle law firms, where they covered complex multi-track litigation, corporate support, employment law, commercial caseloads, legal recruitment and training.

Clients who choose City CV benefit from:

Expertise and experience:.

As former lawyers and Magic Circle recruiters, we have practical and technical understanding of a broad spectrum of roles across the sector. Credentials include backgrounds with leading private practice firms and legal recruitment search firms as well as senior legal roles with international organisations.

Industry insight:

Proven track record:, we are confident we can provide a structured solution to your needs whatever your field of expertise. we cover all aspects of contentious and non-contentious practice areas, including:, litigation and dispute resolution, banking and financial, corporate commercial and m&a, capital markets, private equity and investment management, restructuring and insolvency, competition & antitrust, intellectual property, sport, media and entertainment, private client and charities, property / real estate, civil fraud and white-collar crime, construction, technology, telecoms and outsourcing, projects and energy, shipping and international trade, personal injury and clinical negligence, judicial review, & human rights and immigration.

Call +44 (0)20 7100 6656 or  email  our expert team to discuss your career transformation.

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Writing a cv, writing a covering letter.

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Your CV is often your first contact with a potential employer, so it should make a good impression and market your skills and experience in the best way possible.

Tips for writing a CV

• Keep it short – about two pages
• Explain any gaps, such as time spent on a career break
• Put the most important information first
• Tailor your CV to the role you’re applying for
• Make sure it highlights the key skills employers are looking for
• Give examples as evidence to back up your skills
• Make sure it is accurate – lies on your CV can lead to dismissal
• Proofread it carefully, and ask someone else to check it too

Formatting your CV

To make your CV easy to read, use:

• clear section headings
• a clear font that looks professional, no less than 10 point
• consistent fonts, sizes and layout
• bullet points

Layout and what to include

Contact details.

Use your name as the heading at the top of your CV.

List your contact details at the start of your CV. This should include your:

• email address
• postal address
• phone numbers

You can put these details on one line to save space.

You should not include other personal information such as your age, date of birth, marital status or a photo.

If you have a disability, you do not have to tell employers about it, but you might decide to tell them so that they can make reasonable adjustments for you at an interview, or in the role if you’re successful. You can do this when you apply or at a later stage. There may be a benefit to disclosing your disability where firms are committed to equal opportunity policies.

Personal statement

You may want to include a short personal statement at the start of your CV. This should briefly summarise your background, skills and experience and the type of role you’re looking for.

Work experience

List your roles, with the most recent first. For each role you should include:

• your job title
• the name of the organisation
• the dates you worked there
• your main responsibilities
• your achievements in the role

Make sure you highlight the skills and experience most relevant to the job you’re applying for.

You do not need to include your salary or the reason you left.

Education and qualifications

List your education and qualifications, with the most recent first. Include:

• the type of qualification
• your result, or expected result if you are still studying
• the name of the school, college, university or other organisation
• the dates you attended
• a brief summary of the course and what you learned, such as the areas of law you studied

You can also include any professional memberships in this section.

If you’re at the start of your career you may wish to put the education section before the work experience section.

You can include a skills section covering:

• IT skills, such as software packages that you’re familiar with
• languages, particularly if they’re relevant to the role
• any other specialist skills that are relevant

If you prefer, you can include your skills as part of the sections on work experience and education.

Interests and activities

You do not have to include your interests or hobbies on your CV. Think carefully about the impression they will give a potential employer. Only include interests that show you have skills the company is looking for, such as:

• volunteering, particularly if it relates to your career
• activities that show key skills such as team work
• positions of responsibility that you have held outside work
• interests that relate to the job

You do not need to list references on your CV. An offer of employment will usually be subject to receiving references, but you can wait until an employer asks for them, and this will normally be later in the process.

Check that your referees are willing before you provide their contact details.

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How To Write A CV For A Legal Career

If you’re looking to join the UK legal services market – one of the biggest in the world – and need to put together an outstanding law CV, let us share some best practices.

The legal services sector contributes a whopping £60 billion to the UK economy, reports The Law Society , supporting 1.1% of the overall labour force. That’s over half a million people!

Law continues to be a popular undergraduate degree , with 31,585 students studying it in England and Wales during the academic year 2020-21. 

According to the Solicitors Regulation Authority there were 219,424 solicitors employed as of October 2022, as quoted by The Lawyer Portal .

Of course, competition is high for the best roles, but as you’d expect, you’re likely to be well rewarded financially if you can make it. Solicitors featured in our recent list of the highest paying jobs in the UK .

Whether you’d like to be a lawyer, a paralegal, or involved with the profession in any other capacity, it all starts with a well-written law CV. Here are our top tips:

Legal CV dos and don’ts

For more general CV advice, here’s how to write a CV – our comprehensive guide .

Know your audience – keep the layout and formatting simple and effective. This is not an industry where a creative CV that breaks the conventional rules will do you many favours!

• Write a strong personal statement outlining who you are, what you can offer and your career aims. Spend a good amount of time getting this part right – otherwise, the reader may not continue.
• Describe your legal career experiences so far in precise detail, drawing attention to your achievements. Whether it was a full-time role or a law vacation scheme, sell yourself.
• Succinctly describe any other work experience that could support your application. This could differentiate you from other candidates, as long as you can show how it’s relevant and makes you a stronger applicant.

Adopt a professional tone for your law CV and include all the other CV essentials. 

Mention your education and qualifications, plus any key skills you can bring to the table. Some of your skills will be more relevant for the role than others, so tailor them to the job description .

• Lie on a CV – as you probably know, that’s illegal
• Add personal details such as age or marital status
• Put your photo on a CV in the UK (if you’re applying for a role overseas then check the local requirements)
• Mention your salary expectations
• Include references – wait until later in the application process to provide them if you’re asked

Take great care not to use clichés or generalisations on your law CV. In the next section, we’ll explore how to describe your successes so far in specific detail.

Demonstrate your impact

Writing about the impact you have made since beginning your legal career can sometimes be tricky, particularly if you’ve only just left university.

Think about any experiences you can include that others are less likely to have – whether at a law firm, in pro bono work, during your studies or even from an extracurricular activity!

Include any relevant and impressive facts, figures or statistics you can to demonstrate your impact.

These numbers will have more impact in the right context. If you’re struggling to explain your best ones, use the STAR method:

• Situation: Give some quick context
• Task: Outline the problem to solve
• Action: Explain how you tackled it in succinct detail
• Result: Share the positive outcome, with figures if possible

If you need to use lots of words to explain your STAR example, go into more detail as part of your cover letter.

We always recommend providing one when you apply for a role, even if you’re not required to. It helps you express your motivation for the opportunity and gives you another chance to stand out from rival applicants – here are the basics of a cover letter .

General law CV advice

You’ve written all about your hard work, achievements and passion for the profession. Don’t undo all that great effort by making a rookie error.

It goes without saying, but you need exceptional attention to detail for a legal career. 

Your CV should be a reflection of that, so check it comprehensively to spot any mistakes and fix them. Here are 10 mistakes that make your CV look unprofessional .

And remember – customise every CV to each firm you’re applying to, for example by using their job advert, website and any other relevant information you can get your hands on. 

With this information, you may want to tailor your personal statement or emphasise certain aspects of your work to date.

Taking everything into account, here’s a legal CV example to help frame your thinking:

Legal CV example

Rose Rodriguez

[Address] – [Phone number] – [Email address]

Personal Statement

Use 6-7 lines to promote who you are, what you can offer and your career aims. Be concise and personalise it – show how you stand out and what makes you unique. For example:

Commercially-savvy and multilingual solicitor specialising in intellectual property law with 5 years’ client-facing experience. Proven track record of winning new work and cutting costs…

If your skill section looks strong, include it here – otherwise, put it after your work history section. Relate your skillset to the job description and use bullet points – for example:

• Legal writing
• Legal research
• Problem-solving
• Fluent in Spanish
• Fluent in French

Work History

List your previous roles or companies worked at in reverse chronological order, starting with your current or most recent position – also include the dates. 

Then, add bullet points, to describe your most relevant achievements or responsibilities, e.g.:

[Role, company] [Dates]

• Helped secure 5 new contracts in the area of intellectual property rights worth £1m
• Co-negotiated several contracts with suppliers to reduce our costs by 10%
• Assisted with 50+ disputes relating to IP rights

Qualifications and Education

Include relevant details – such as your Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), Legal Practice Course (LPC) or undergraduate degree: 

• [Legal qualification(s) obtained] [Dates]
• [University name, degree subject, grade] [Dates]
• [School name, A-Levels, grades] [Dates]
• [School name, GCSEs, grades] [Dates]

This section is optional if you’re short of space on your legal CV. Any interests you include should ideally strengthen your application in a relevant way – as an example:

University Law Society: I regularly took part in student-led moots to practise my argument forming and public speaking skills

References available on request

Final thoughts: How to write a law CV for a legal career

We hope this guide has given you plenty of ideas for putting together your next great law CV! 

Think about any unique skills you have, or what makes you an impressive candidate, and build your CV around these points.

We’ve also previously written about the perfect CV headlines , as well as how to end a CV correctly.

Need a helping hand? We’re CV writing experts who understand how to create an outstanding law CV, so please don’t hesitate to contact us for more information.

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Legal CV examples

A well-crafted legal CV will help you to catch the attention of employers in this very competitive sector.

But writing an eye-catching CV isn’t always easy.

So, whether you are an experienced solicitor or a junior paralegal , this article will guide you through the process of creating a legal CV that will get you noticed

It also includes 5 legal CV examples for inspiration.

CV templates 

Paralegal CV

Solicitor CV

Legal assistant CV

Trainee solicitor CV

The CV examples above show exactly how a Legal professional should present their skills and experience, in a well structured 2 page document.

This should give you a good idea of how to format your own CV, and the type of information you should be highlighting to recruiters and employees, in order to land interviews.

Legal CV structure & format

Recruiters are busy, and if they can’t find the information they’re looking for in a flash, it could be game over for your application.

You need to format and structure your CV in a way which allows the reader to pick out your key information with ease, even if they’re strapped for time.

It should be clear, easily legible, well-organised and scannable – check out some simple tips and tricks below:

Formatting Tips

• Length: Whether you’ve got one year or three decades of experience, your CV should never be more than two sides of A4. Recruiters are busy people who’re often juggling numerous roles and tasks, so they don’t have time to read lengthy applications. If you’re a recent graduate or don’t have much industry experience, one side of A4 is fine.
• Readability: Columns, lists, bullet points, bold text and subtle colour can all help to aid the readability of your CV. Your overarching goal should be to make the content as easy to read and navigate as possible, whilst also aiming to make your key skills and achievements stand out.
• Design: While it’s okay to add your own spin to your CV, avoid overdoing the design. If you go for something elaborate, you might end up frustrating recruiters who, above anything, value simplicity and clarity.
• Avoid photos: Don’t add photos, images or profile pictures to your CV. Not only do they take up much-needed CV space, but they’re actually completely unnecessary and won’t boost your CV at all.

Structuring your CV

When writing your CV , break up the content into the following key sections, to ensure it can be easily digested by busy recruiters and hiring managers:

• Contact details – Always list these at the very top of your CV – you don’t want them to be missed!
• Profile – An introductory paragraph, intended to grab recruiters attention and summarise your offering.
• Work experience / career history – Working from your current role and working backwards, list your relevant work experience.
• Education – Create a snappy summary of your education and qualifications.
• Interest and hobbies – An optional section to document any hobbies that demonstrate transferable skills.

Now I’ll guide you through exactly what you should include in each CV section.

CV Contact Details

Tuck your contact details into the corner of your CV, so that they don’t take up too much space.

Stick to the basic details, such as:

• Mobile number
• Email address – It should sound professional, such as your full name.
• Location -Just write your rough location, rather than your full address.
• LinkedIn profile or portfolio URL – If you include these, ensure they’re sleek, professional and up-to-date.

Legal CV Profile

Your CV profile (or personal statement , if you’re an entry-level applicant) provides a brief overview of your skills, abilities and suitability for a position.

It’s ideal for busy recruiters and hiring managers, who don’t want to waste time reading unsuitable applications.

Think of it as your personal sales pitch. You’ve got just a few lines to sell yourself and prove you’re a great match for the job – make it count!

Tips for creating an impactful CV profile:

• Keep it brief: Aim for a short, snappy paragraph of 3-5 lines. This is just enough room to showcase why you’d make the perfect hire, without going into excessive detail and overwhelming busy recruiters.
• Tailor it: The biggest CV mistake? A generic, mass-produced document which is sent out to tens of employers. If you want to land an interview, you need to tailor your CV profile (and your application as a whole) to the specific roles you’re applying for. So, before you start writing, remember to read over those job descriptions and make a list of the skills, knowledge and experience the employers are looking for.
• Don’t add an objective: Want to talk about your career goals and objectives? While the profile may seem like a good space to do so, they’re actually much better suited to your cover letter .
• Avoid cliches: Focus on fact, not fluff. Phrases like “Committed and enthusiastic thought-leader” and “Dynamic problem solver” might sound fancy, but they’ll do nothing for your application. Not only do they sound cheesy, but they have no substance – stick to real skills and facts

What to include in your Legal CV profile?

• Summary of experience: Demonstrate your suitability for your target jobs by giving a high level summary of your previous work experience, including the industries you have worked in, types of employer, and the type of roles you have previous experience of.
• Relevant skills: Highlight your skills which are most relevant to Legal jobs, to ensure that recruiters see your most in-demand skills as soon as they open your CV.
• Essential qualifications: If you have any qualifications which are highly relevant to Legal jobs, then highlight them in your profile so that employers do not miss them.

Quick tip: Your CV is your first impression on recruiters, so it’s vital to avoid spelling and grammar mistakes if you want to appear professional. Use our quick-and-easy CV Builder to add pre-written content that has been crafted by recruitment experts.

Core skills section

Underneath your profile, create a core skills section to make your most relevant skills jump off the page at readers.

It should be made up of 2-3 columns of bullet points of your relevant skills.

Before you do this, look over the job description and make a list of any specific skills, specialisms or knowledge required.

Then, make sure to use your findings in your list. This will paint you as the perfect match for the role.

Work experience/Career history

Now it’s time to get stuck into your work experience, which should make up the bulk of your CV.

Begin with your current (or most recent) job, and work your way backwards.

If you’ve got too much experience to fit onto two pages, prioritise space for your most recent and relevant roles.

Structuring your roles

Recruiters will be keen to gain a better idea of where you’ve worked and how you apply your skill-set in the workplace.

However, if they’re faced with huge, hard-to-read paragraphs, they may just gloss over it and move onto the next application.

To avoid this, use the simple 3-step role structure, as shown below:

Begin with a summary of your role, detailing what the purpose of your job was, who you reported to and what size of team you were part of (or led).

“Providing legal, trial and administrative support for team of 9 attorneys and 2 senior partners within a busy family law practice; reporting to the Lead Attorney.”

Key responsibilities

Next, write up a punchy list of your daily duties and responsibilities, using bullet points.

Wherever you can, point out how you put your hard skills and knowledge to use – especially skills which are applicable to your target role.

• Reviewing all legal documents to ensure they are correct and contain all necessary paperwork prior to submission to court
• Client management, maintaining key account relationships
• Managing a small team of  paralegals  and monitoring progression

Key achievements

Lastly, add impact by highlight 1-3 key achievements  that you made within the role.

Struggling to think of an achievement? If it had a positive impact on your company, it counts.

For example, you might increased company profits, improved processes, or something simpler, such as going above and beyond to solve a customer’s problem.

• Liaised with senior lawyers to implement new data procedures, reducing data process time by 50%.
• Assisted the Compliance and Legal Affairs team with the implementation of a new complaint handling system which reduced departmental spend by 15% annually.

Next up, you should list your education and qualifications.

This can include your formal qualifications (a degree, A-Levels and GCSEs), as well as sector-specific Legal qualifications and/or training.

While school leavers and recent grads should include a lot of detail here to make up for the lack of work experience, experienced candidates may benefit from a shorter education section, as your work experience section will be more important to recruiters.

Interests and hobbies

Although this is an optional section, it can be useful if your hobbies and interests will add further depth to your CV.

Interests which are related to the sector you are applying to, or which show transferable skills like leadership or teamwork, can worth listing.

On the other hand, generic hobbies like “going out with friends” won’t add any value to your application, so are best left off your CV.

Essential skills for your Legal CV

Tailoring your CV to the roles you are applying for is key to success, so make sure to read through the job descriptions and tailor your skills accordingly.

However, commonly desired Legal skills include:

Legal Knowledge – The law serves many purposes and understanding how law works in different scenarios will help you do every job in hand.

Responsibility – Meeting clients from different backgrounds is an everyday responsibility for a lawyer and many other jobs in law. You will need to be able to write clearly, listen to your clients’ needs and negotiate settlements which are important to your law firm.

Critical Thinking – Reviewing important sources and case studies is part of the job. You need strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail to understand what every document is really saying.

Calculating costs – You may need to read technical documents in order to prepare estimates and Identify factors that impact on costs.

Commercial Awareness – All law firms are businesses and you will need to understand how businesses generally work so that you can offer insight into profit, timesheets and much more.

Writing your Legal CV

When putting together your Legal CV, there are a few key points to remember.

Always tailor your CV to the target role, even if it means creating several versions for different roles.

Additionally, remember that the structure and format of your CV needs just as much attention as the content.

Remember to triple-check for spelling and grammar errors before hitting send. If you’re unsure, try using our quick-and-easy CV Builder for a quick and easy approach.

Good luck with your job search!

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6. legal cvs and covering letters.

Despite the widespread use of application forms, the CV is still a vital tool in the recruitment process. This Step guides you through the process of constructing a legal CV and writing a successful covering letter.

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Writing Legal CVs and Covering Letters

The curriculum vitae (CV) is the traditional method of application and is widely used throughout the legal profession. You will still need a CV, even if you are applying to organisations that use application forms, for two main reasons.

• The information on your CV forms the basis of many of the answers you will need to give on application forms
• Having an up-to-date law CV is useful when applying for work experience or to give information to a useful contact.

Before you start drafting

Think about the type of organisation or specific organisation you are applying to. What are they likely to be looking for in a candidate? See your work from Step 1 and 4.

Know what skills and experience you have to offer a prospective employer. See your work from Step 2.

Know what you want to use the CV for. Is it to apply for work experience or a speculative application? See your work from Step 2 and 3.

Tips for a good law CV

• Target your legal CV – you need to adapt your CV to each individual recruiter so that they are able to see how you could fit in with their organisation.
• Length – keep it to no more than two sides of A4 paper.
• Make it easy to read – create a clear structure, leave enough white space and make use of formatting like headings.
• Look professional – use plain white paper, a size 11 standard font like Arial or Calibri, and avoid photos and exclamation marks.
• Correct spelling and grammar is essential – don’t rely on spellcheck; proofread several times to make sure your CV is error free.
• Be honest whilst ensuring you are making the most of what you have to offer.
• Focus on your cover letter as much as your CV.

Legal CV structure and layout

There is no single correct way to lay out a law CV and you will have to try different structures to see which one works best for you.

A traditional structure contains the following information:

Personal details

Include your name and contact details such as address, email address and phone number as a heading. You don’t need to put the words ‘Curriculum Vitae’ on your CV.

Education and training

Arrange your education in reverse chronological order, with your most recent example displayed first. Include the name of the institution, subjects, dates and your grades. Detail any professional legal qualification you have such as the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) . Don’t forget to mention the areas of law that you studied and state your dissertation title if relevant.

Employment and work experience

Depending on how much experience you have, you might want to separate out and highlight any legal, commercial or voluntary experience. Describe your key tasks and responsibilities, mentioning the positive results of your actions. Apply your law work experience to demonstrate your passion and part-time or voluntary work to show your transferable skills such as teamwork and communication.

Additional skills

A brief mention of other relevant skills you have such as the languages you speak, a proficiency in software packages or technical skills such as programming languages.

Extracurricular activities

Mention things you do outside of work and the classroom such as sports and clubs. Experiences such as membership in the Law Society or starting a new club at the University will help you stand out.

Stating ‘references available on request’ will usually suffice.

Legal Covering letter tips

• Aim for a professional and personable tone
• Fonts and formatting – maximum of one side of white A4 paper, with the same font as your legal CV. Proofread carefully to avoid spelling and grammar mistakes.
• Find out who you are addressing – find out the name of the recipient if possible and sign off ‘Yours sincerely’. Try to avoid using Dear Sir or Madam, but if you do remember to use ‘Yours faithfully’ instead.
• Signing off – be polite, say thank you and that you look forward to hearing from them.

Legal Covering letter structure and layout

The purpose of your application.

Talk about the opportunity you are applying for and where you saw it.

Why are you applying to them?

Explain why you are interested in their organisation.

Why should they pick you?

Explain what you have to offer that is relevant to them and the opportunity. This could be your performance on your degree, recent work experience with a similar organisation or experience in their area of practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I’m making speculative applications. who do i address the covering letter to.

Call the firm you’re targeting, explain that you’d like to send your CV in as a speculative application and ask who to best address the letter to.

If you’re unable to get a specific name, use “Dear Sir/Madam” and you’ll need to sign off as “Yours faithfully”.

I spoke to someone at a law fair recently. Should I mention this in my cover letter?

Definitely mention that you spoke to a representative from the organisation, and give the name of the event. This is evidence to back up your interest in the organisation and shows that you have done your research.

It is a useful tip to write down the name of whoever you speak to as soon as possible. Usually exhibitors wear name badges but if not, politely ask if you can take their name at the end of your discussion.

I have a substantial previous career. Is it important to fit it all on 2 sides of A4?

It is important to keep to the two page limit, so you will need to work out a way of cutting down the content without losing your key selling points.

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• • Spearheaded a team project to streamline adult social care processes, enhancing client service delivery by 25% within the first year.
• • Negotiated complex legal agreements on behalf of local government entities, resulting in over 50 robust contracts safeguarding client interests.
• • Designed and conducted training for junior legal officers, improving team efficiency by 30% and reducing onboarding time by 15%.
• • Instrumental in a high-profile case representing a local authority, leading to a landmark ruling that set a precedent in adult social care law.
• • Managed a portfolio of 100+ cases, consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding client satisfaction targets by 20%.
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• • Delivered comprehensive briefs and documentation, aiding senior lawyers in securing positive outcomes in 90% of their cases.
• • Streamlined client communication channels, improving response times by 40% and increasing client retention rates.
• • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic legal solutions, directly contributing to a 15% increase in client referrals.
• • Assisted in developing departmental strategies, encapsulating policy changes and impacts on local authority procedures.
• • Supported a pool of 20+ lawyers, resulting in a 50% decrease in document processing time through improved organisational workflows.
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Legal CV Examples & Guide for 2024

Your legal CV must prominently feature your education credentials, including your law degree and any relevant certifications. Ensure this information is current and accurately reflects your qualifications. It is also essential to highlight your practical experience, detailing your roles and the legal matters you've handled. Tailor this section to the job you are applying for, demonstrating your suitability for the position.

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Keeping your CV relevant and impactful can be a significant challenge in the competitive legal sector, where distinguishing yourself is crucial. Our guide offers tailored strategies to enhance your CV's effectiveness, ensuring you showcase your qualifications and experience in a manner that resonates with leading law firms.

• Applying the simplest CV design, so that recruiters can easily understand your expertise, skills, and professional background;
• Ensuring you stand out with your header, summary or objective statement, and a designated skills section;
• Creating your CV experience section - no matter how much expertise you have;
• Using real life professional CV examples to enhance the structure and outline of your profile.

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Formatting your legal CV to meet the role expectations

• Use the reverse chronological order to showcase your experience, starting with your most recent role;
• Include your contact details (email address, phone number, and location) - and potentially your professional photo - in the header;
• Must-have CV sections include summary or objective, experience, education, and skills: curate the ones that fit your profile;
• Your professional legal CV should be between one-to-two pages long: select the longer format if you have more experience.

A little bit more about your actual CV design, ensure you're using:

• plenty of serif or sans serif font (e.g. Montserrat, Exo 2, Volkhov) as they are Applicant Tracker System (ATS) compliant. Avoid the likes of Arial and Times New Roman because most candidates' CVs are in this typography.

When submitting your CV, are you still not sure what format it should be? Despite the myth that has been circling around , most modern ATS systems are perfectly capable of reading PDFs. This format is an excellent choice as it keeps all of your information intact.

Use bold or italics sparingly to draw attention to key points, such as job titles, company names, or significant achievements. Overusing these formatting options can dilute their impact.

The top sections on a legal CV

• Contact Information to quickly reach the candidate.
• Professional Summary showcasing legal expertise.
• Education and Qualifications for academic credentials.
• Legal Experience for pertinent work history.
• Key Legal Skills to highlight specific abilities.

What recruiters value on your CV:

• Emphasise relevant legal experience by detailing your roles in previous positions and showcasing any high-stakes cases or transactions you've worked on to display your expertise and capability within the legal sector.
• Highlight your qualifications, ensuring that you include your degree in law, any legal practice courses or Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) that you have completed, as well as your solicitor or barrister accreditation status.
• Showcase your specialisation by mentioning specific areas of law you have experience in, such as commercial, property, or family law, to demonstrate your expertise and niche within the legal industry.
• Include legal-specific skills such as proficiency in legal research platforms, familiarity with case management software, and the ability to draft and review legal documentation, indicating your preparedness for the technical aspects of legal work.
• Provide examples of your ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, as this is crucial in the practice of law and will reassure employers of your professional integrity and trustworthiness.

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Our checklist for the must-have information in your legal CV header

Right at the very top of your legal CV is where you'd find the header section or the space for your contact details, headline, and professional photo. Wondering how to present your the name of the city you live in and the country abbreviation as your address ;

• Integrate a link to your professional portfolio or LinkedIn profile to further showcase your work;
• Upload your professional photo only if you're applying for jobs outside the UK or US.
• are tailored to the role you're applying for by integrating key job skills and requirements;
• showcase what your unique value is, most often in the form of your most noteworthy accomplishment;
• select your relevant qualifications, skills, or current role to pass the Applicant Tracker System (ATS) assessment.

Examples of good CV headlines for legal:

Barrister-at-Law | Civil Litigation Specialist | LL.M in International Law | 10+ Years at the Bar

Legal Counsel | Corporate Compliance Expert | Corporate Governance & Ethics | Qualified Solicitor | 7 Years Experience

Associate Solicitor | Commercial Property Law Focus | Lease Negotiation Pro | LPC Certified | 5 Years PQE

Senior Legal Advisor | Employment Law Authority | Dispute Resolution | Member of Law Society | 15+ Years Experience

Junior Lawyer | Criminal Defence Enthusiast | BPTC Holder | Motivated by Justice | 2 Years of Practice

Partner - IP Law Practice | Trademark & Patent Strategist | Dual Qualified in UK/US Law | 20 Years Seniority

What's the difference between a legal CV summary and objective

Why should it matter to you?

• Your legal CV summary is a showcasing your career ambitions and your unique value . Use the objective to answer why your potential employers should hire you based on goals and ambitions. The objective is the ideal choice for candidates who happen to have less professional experience, but still meet some of the job requirements.

Before you select which one will be more relevant to your experience, have a look at some industry-leading CV summaries and objectives.

CV summaries for a legal job:

• Seasoned barrister with over 15 years of experience in the UK legal system, specialising in commercial litigation. Proven track record of successful case outcomes including a landmark intellectual property dispute victory. Possess extensive knowledge in contract law, strong analytical skills, and a persuasive court presence.
• Dynamic solicitor with a decade's tenure at a top-tier London law firm, adept in financial regulations and compliance. Instrumental in navigating complex mergers, recognised for exceptional negotiation acumen and securing favourable terms in high-stakes transactions. Keen expertise in EU law and bilingual proficiency in English and French.
• Former senior business analyst seeking to leverage 8 years of experience in data-driven strategy and comprehensive market analysis into a fulfilling career in corporate law. Acknowledged for profound analytical capabilities and a meticulous approach to problem-solving, aspiring to apply these talents in legal case preparation and strategic planning.
• Accomplished engineer with 12 years in the aerospace industry turning to public interest law. Seek to support justice and advocacy through my strong background in regulatory compliance, ethical leadership, and technological innovation. Adept at managing complex projects and possess a clear, logical mind with a practical approach to problem-solving.
• A recent law graduate with robust theoretical knowledge in civil and criminal law eager to apply vigorous analytical reasoning and detailed research skills within a legal practice. Committed to continuous learning and seeking opportunities to contribute to case successes while honing litigation and negotiation techniques
• Aspiring legal professional with a strong academic background in international law, aiming to utilise robust research skills and a commitment to uphold justice. Looking to develop practical experience through hands-on involvement in legal proceedings and by contributing positively to the success of client representations.

Narrating the details of your legal CV experience section

Perhaps you've heard it time and time again, but, how you present your experience is what matters the most. Your CV experience section - that details your work history alongside your accomplishments - is the space to spotlight your unqiue expertise and talents . So, avoid solely listing your responsibilities, but instead:

• adverts' keywords and integrate those in your experience section;
• Use your CV to detail how you've been promoted in the past by including experience in the reverse chronological order.

Before you start writing your legal CV experience section, dive into some industry-leading examples on how to structure your bullets.

Best practices for your CV's work experience section

• Detail your roles and responsibilities in former legal positions, highlighting specific cases or projects you contributed to and the outcome of those cases.
• Use action verbs to describe your experience, such as "advised," "drafted," "negotiated," to convey your direct involvement in legal tasks.
• Explain any specialised areas of law you have worked in, such as intellectual property or commercial litigation, to showcase your niche expertise.
• Include any high-profile clients or cases you have worked with or on, ensuring confidentiality is maintained as appropriate.
• Mention your involvement in any substantial transactions or deals, specifying your role and the, when possible, the value of the deal.
• Provide examples of complex legal documents you have prepared or contributed to, such as contracts, wills, or patent applications.
• Include any secondments or placements you have completed, particularly those that are relevant to the position you are applying for.
• Highlight your ability to work collaboratively on legal cases, especially if you have experience working in larger teams or across different departments.
• Stress any legal research you have conducted and how it has impacted the cases you worked on, underlining your attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Spearheaded a compliance project for GDPR, leading an interdepartmental team and achieving 100% compliance across the company's data handling processes.
• Negotiated and drafted over 200 commercial contracts with international partners, improving contractual terms in favour of the company by 30% on average.
• Conducted legal due diligence for a major merger, scrutinising over 1,000 documents to identify potential legal risks and contributed to a successful, dispute-free acquisition.
• Implemented a company-wide training program on intellectual property rights, increasing staff compliance with IP laws by 50% within one year.
• Played a pivotal role in litigation cases, curbing potential losses by 40% through diligent evidence gathering and strategy formulation.
• Reviewed and advised on over 100 policy drafts and procedural documents to ensure legal conformity and mitigate risks preemptively.
• Directed the legal aspects of a high-stakes commercial real estate deal worth £10 million, ensuring smooth transaction and transfer of ownership.
• Reduced operational legal expenditure by 25% through the introduction of streamlined processes and vendor negotiations.
• Advised on employment law matters affecting over 2,000 employees, reducing litigation risk and fostering a compliant workplace environment.
• Facilitated a partnership with legal software developers to customise a document management system, boosting department productivity by 35%.
• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for new business lines, presenting findings to the board which led to informed decision-making processes.
• Oversaw the intellectual property registration for 10 new products, fortifying the company's portfolio and competitive edge in the market.
• Led a contract renegotiation initiative that resulted in an annual saving of £500,000 and improved service levels from suppliers.
• Managed the legal aspects of the company's e-commerce platform, ensuring full compliance with online retail regulations, which boosted customer trust.
• Executed effective strategies for debt recovery, recovering debts amounting to over £1 million and improving the company's financial standing.
• Coordinated with international legal teams on cross-border transactions, ensuring alignment with diverse legal frameworks and cultural business practices.
• Developed and enforced the company's data protection policies, achieving full adherence to new cybersecurity laws and reducing data breach incidents by 60%.
• Provided regular legal guidance to the marketing team on promotions and adverts, leading to zero legal claims or disputes over misleading content.
• Orchestrated the legal groundwork for a start-up acquisition worth £3 million, ensuring due diligence and a seamless integration process.
• Mediated employee disputes and managed arbitration processes, achieving a 90% case resolution rate without escalation to litigation.
• Authored and implemented a corporate policy handbook that was adopted by over 500 employees, promoting legal best practices within the company.
• Crafted and launched a risk management protocol for new product lines, slashing potential legal ramifications by identifying issues early in the development cycle.
• Liaised with the finance department to optimise taxation strategies, resulting in a 20% reduction of the company's tax liabilities.
• Represented the company in regulatory affairs, effectively communicating with agencies and preventing sanctions on several occasions.

Writing your CV without professional experience for your first job or when switching industries

There comes a day, when applying for a job, you happen to have no relevant experience, whatsoever. Yet, you're keen on putting your name in the hat. What should you do? Candidates who part-time experience , internships, and volunteer work.

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If applicable, briefly mention a situation where things didn’t go as planned and what you learned from it, demonstrating your ability to learn and adapt.

Mix and match hard and soft skills across your legal CV

Your skill set play an equally valid role as your experience to your application. That is because recruiters are looking for both:

• hard skills or your aptitude in applying particular technologies
• soft skills or your ability to work in a team using your personal skills , e.g. leadership, time management, etc.

Are you wondering how you should include both hard and soft skills across your legal CV? Use the:

• skills section to list between ten and twelve technologies that are part of the job requirement (and that you're capable to use);
• strengths and achievements section to detail how you've used particular hard and soft skills that led to great results for you at work;
• summary or objective to spotlight up to three skills that are crucial for the role and how they've helped you optimise your work processes.

One final note - when writing about the skills you have, make sure to match them exactly as they are written in the job ad. Take this precautionary measure to ensure your CV passes the Applicant Tracker System (ATS) assessment.

Top skills for your legal CV:

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Contract Drafting

Corporate Law

Compliance Regulations

Intellectual Property

Legal Document Review

Negotiation

Client Counselling

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Ethical Judgement

Time Management

Adaptability

If you have received professional endorsements or recommendations for certain skills, especially on platforms like LinkedIn, mention these to add credibility.

Education and more professional qualifications to include in your legal CV

If you want to showcase to recruiters that you're further qualified for the role , ensure you've included your relevant university diplomas. Within your education section :

• Describe your degree with your university name(-s) and start-graduation dates;
• List any awards you've received, if you deem they would be impressive or are relevant to the industry;
• Include your projects and publications, if you need to further showcase how you've used your technical know-how;
• Avoid listing your A-level marks, as your potential employers care to learn more about your university background.

Apart from your higher education, ensure that you've curated your relevant certificates or courses by listing the:

• name of the certificate or course;
• name of the institution within which you received your training;
• the date(-s) when you obtained your accreditation.

In the next section, discover some of the most relevant certificates for your legal CV:

Order your skills based on the relevance to the role you're applying for, ensuring the most pertinent skills catch the employer's attention first.

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Key takeaways

Here are five things you need to remember about writing your legal CV for success:

• Sort your experience based on the reverse chronological order, starting with your most recent career items, to showcase how you've grown your career;
• Include within your CV header your relevant contact details, a headline that could spotlight your unique value, and a photo - if you're applying for roles outside the UK or US;
• Decide to use the CV summary, if you happen to have more professional experience, and an objective, if you want to showcase your career goals;
• Within the experience section, write your bullets using action verbs, skills, and success, instead of just merely listing your on-the-job responsibilities;
• Prove your technical skills, using your education and certificates, and your soft skills, with your achievements and strengths sections.

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Law CV example

Applications for legal jobs far outweigh the number of vacancies. Learn how to successfully sell your qualifications, skills and experience with our example law CV, also referred to as a legal CV

John Smith 94 Beech Road, Lanchester, LA1 9TZ [email protected] 07000000000

2021-2022 Russell University, London (LPC course)

• Result: Commendation
• Electives: commercial, mergers and acquisitions, banking and finance

2018-2021 Russell University, London (LLB)

• Result: 2:1 (68%)

2016-2018 St. Mary's College, London (A-levels)

• History (A), English literature (A), French (B)

2011-2016 St Bede's High School, London (GCSEs)

• Nine GCSEs grades 8-6, including maths and English

Legal experience

Sept 21-June 2022 Adviser, Legal Advice Clinic, Russell University

Voluntary role offering free legal advice to the public under a solicitor's supervision.  

• Developed skills of legal research and drafting letters of advice on issues including employment law, family disputes and disability discrimination.

November 2021 Nelson Gray Solicitors

One week work experience placement with an immigration law firm.

• Shadowed solicitors dealing with matters ranging from Right to Remain, Spousal Visa and Skilled Worker Visa applications.
• Gained insight into the sector through researching relevant statutes, legal articles, case law and case summaries.
• Observed how client meetings are conducted and an understanding of which laws would apply to individual cases.

February 2021 Mitchell Howells LLP, London

One week work experience placement shadowing members of the commercial litigation team.

• Observed meetings with clients and made notes to share with solicitors.
• Drafted letters to clients, providing updates on their cases including commercial disputes and breaches of contract.
• Attended a court hearing of a summary judgement, gaining insight into how a case is presented.

January 2020 Street Law, London

Voluntary role as part of university pro-bono activities.

• Delivered presentations as part of a team of four on legal topics, such as stop and search laws, to pupils in secondary schools.
• Developed confidence in public speaking and the ability to adapt the style of delivery to suit the needs of the audience.

Non-legal experience

Jan 2019-Apr 2020 Front of house staff, The Red Lion, London

Part-time work alongside degree.

• Responsible for taking orders and serving food and drinks in a busy public house.
• Developed excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal diplomatically with challenging customers, requiring knowledge of company policy and the law.

Additional skills

• Advanced level spoken and written French
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Lexis Library Advanced Certification (2021)
• Westlaw UK Advanced Certification (2021)
• Full UK Driving Licence

Extra-curricular activities and achievements

Virtual internships.

2020 Virtual Internship Network

Developed skills of research and commercial awareness through working on a fictitious case, producing an overview of an acquisition transaction and a comparative analysis table of the costs and benefits of litigation and arbitration.

2020 Virtual Internship with Sparrow and Co Global Law Firm

Gained a range of skills in commercial law through completing professional tasks including reviewing a building contract and drafting a deed of variation, drafting an email for a partner with recommendations, delivering a presentation on governing law and jurisdiction clauses.

Law Society

2021 Member of Russell University Law Society

Engaged in a range of events including the Commercial Awareness Competition and networked with law firms at the annual Careers Dinner.

Achievements

2021 Russell University Leadership Programme-Gold Level

Received for completing 70 hours of voluntary work alongside my university studies and completing the leadership module.

2018 Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award

Completed a range of activities including volunteering in a conservation project and a 50-mile cycle, developing skills of problem-solving, team working and communication.

Competitive swimmer from the age of eight. Competed up to English Regional Championship level and still swim regularly for fitness.

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Please be aware that this is an example. Use it as a template to help generate ideas and structure your own CV but avoid copying and pasting. Your own CV needs to be original and tailored to the job you're applying for.

When applying for a training contract or a position as a solicitor you'll need to:

• write as clearly and concisely as you can. Recruiters often have a large number of applications to work through and want to identify the salient points as quickly as possible
• keep the length to two sides of A4. You want to highlight what you can offer in the CV not give every last detail. You can always give further information at interview if asked
• show your best grades, wherever possible, and place your academic results at the top of your CV
• highlight relevant legal experience
• demonstrate that you're active and involved with extra-curricular activities. Legal recruiters like to see that you have interests outside of the law so round up your CV with a list of additional achievements.

Remember that law is a conservative profession, so your CV should reflect that. Including photos, using colours or unusual fonts is not recommended.

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• Learn more about writing a legal CV and cover letter .
• Take a look at more example CVs .
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UK election latest: New cabinet in place - but 'shock' as PM Keir Starmer snubs senior figure

Sir Keir Starmer has named the bulk of his cabinet, with Rachel Reeves the first female chancellor. Rishi Sunak said "sorry" to voters as he resigned as Tory leader. His party endured a torrid election night, with the Lib Dems (71 seats) and Reform (five seats) making big strides.

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The historic nature of the general election results has largely focused on the seismic reversal of the previous Tory majority and the magnitude of the Labour landslide.

But amid discussion of those headline developments, the new governing party recorded a less heralded milestone in Earley and Woodley in Berkshire, a constituency being contested for the first time after boundary changes.

There, Yuan Yang claimed a narrow victory for Labour over the Conservatives' Pauline Jorgensen - in the process becoming the first Chinese-born candidate to be elected to British parliament.

Previously she has been a journalist for the Financial Times.

England manager Gareth Southgate has wished new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer well .

Asked if he had any advice for the new PM, Southgate replied: "Well, I'm not envious of his job. No, I don't have any advice.

"I think when you're in a position of responsibility, as I am, you realise that advice comes from every direction.

"Everybody has a simple solution to complex problems, so I'm sure he's going to be inundated with that sort of feel.

"Yeah, having been in the role I have, the one thing I would do is not be offering any additional issues for him by speaking publicly about anything, so I wish him well.

"We want a strong country. We all want the best possible conditions in the UK and whoever is in charge, whichever government is in charge, that's what we all desire."

So, the UK has yet another new prime minister - the fifth since David Cameron resigned in 2016.

But this election has not only delivered a new PM, it has also put a different party in power.

It is the biggest change in the UK political landscape since 2010.

If you are not British - and find the whole thing a little confusing - we have put together the following explainer...

Former defence secretary Ben Wallace has tweeted his congratulations to Labour's John Healey, who has taken up the role. 

Mr Healey had served as shadow defence secretary since 2020, while Mr Wallace was defence secretary between 2019 and 2023. 

Mr Wallace said he wished his former opposition well, adding: "We agreed on much in my time."

Sir Keir Starmer took the keys to Downing Street yesterday after voters handed Labour a landslide victory in the General Election.

While timings might change, here is a look at the new PM's next few days in power...

The new cabinet will meet for the first time this morning.

Appointments of junior ministers are likely to continue, as will calls from world leaders and first ministers of the devolved nations.

Legislative priorities and the timing of any major policy announcements will also need to be worked out.

Sir Keir has signalled that at least three housing announcements could be made in the first two weeks of a Labour government.

The new parliament will be summoned to meet.

The first business will be to choose a Commons Speaker - with Sir Lindsay Hoyle set to be re-elected.

Congratulating the Speaker will be Sir Keir's first opportunity to speak at the despatch box as prime minister and he will likely offer some rhetoric on the future.

Swearing-in could begin on the same day or the next and will continue for several days. 

MPs and peers will take the oath, with the government going first, followed by some other established figures. 

MPs are not allowed to speak in debates, vote or receive their salary until they make an oath or solemn affirmation of allegiance to the Crown.

The King will preside over the pageantry of the state opening of parliament, marking the formal start of the new parliamentary session at the Palace of Westminster.

A key component of the ceremony is the King's Speech, where he sets out the government's legislative programme for the coming session. 

The UK is hosting a gathering of the European Political Community, the body that brings all 27 EU member countries together with 20 others from outside the bloc.

Sir Keir will welcome about 50 heads of government to Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, giving him an opportunity to set the tone for his government's approach to the UK's relationship with the EU.

If you didn't manage to stay up, we've collected the key moments from a dramatic election night in the video below.

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Plus Rishi Sunak's admission of defeat, and Sir Keir Starmer's victory speech.

Watch it all unfold below...

Politics is showbusiness for ugly people - according to the crude and perhaps unfair saying by American political consultant Paul Begala.

However, occasionally famous faces from the world of entertainment and sport do cross over into the ruthless, back-stabbing world of politics.

Sometimes they are hugely successful - just look at the case of the late US actor Ronald Reagan or former Pakistani cricket star Imran Khan, who both ended up running their respective countries.

In the UK, former actress Glenda Jackson, ex-GMTV presenter Esther McVey and Olympic gold medallist Sebastian Coe are among those who have switched careers in the spotlight to become MPs.

However, this time around, the story was mostly one of failure for the celebrities - and sort-of celebrities - who ran in the 2024 UK general election...

Read more from our reporter Daniel Binns below...

US secretary of state Antony Blinken has held a call with the UK's new Foreign Secretary David Lammy this evening.

During the call, the US official congratulated Mr Lammy for his appointment, spokesperson Matthew Miller said.

Mr Miller said: "The pair emphasised the enduring and essential importance of the US-UK special relationship in addressing the most pressing global challenges, including reaching an immediate and enduring ceasefire in Gaza, and supporting Ukraine against Russia's brutal aggression.

"The secretary noted that he looks forward to welcoming the foreign secretary to the NATO summit in Washington next week."

Labour MP Jess Phillips is back with Beth and Ruth to un-pick the election results. 

On this episode they discuss how Jess was heckled when she narrowly held her seat of Birmingham Yardley. 

They also look at the wider Labour results and talk about Rishi Sunak’s resignation speech, as well as discussing why Reform and the Liberal Democrats took seats from the two main parties.

Email Beth, Ruth, and Jess at [email protected] , post on X to @BethRigby, or send a WhatsApp voice note on 07934 200 444.

Sir Keir Starmer and Irish premier Simon Harris have committed to reset and strengthen Anglo-Irish relations "with urgency and ambition".

The taoiseach "warmly congratulated" Sir Keir on his appointment as prime minister and said he looked forward to a "close and constructive" working relationship.

He also accepted an invite to visit Downing Street on 17 July.

"The taoiseach and the prime minister spoke of their shared determination to reset and strengthen the bilateral relationship between Ireland and the United Kingdom and to set about that task with urgency and ambition," a statement said.

"They discussed Northern Ireland, welcoming the restoration of the institutions, including the full operation of North-South and East-West Good Friday Agreement institutions, as well as legacy issues."

Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O'Neill and Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly also spoke to Sir Keir by phone and congratulated him.

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