An attorney resume has to prove bar admission, practice expertise, and results — cases, deals, and outcomes. Learn what to lead with, where the bar goes, which skills to feature, and how to write one as a new lawyer.
A litigation attorney resume that only says 'handled litigation' gets filtered out. Hiring managers want case management, motions and discovery, trial/hearing experience, and outcomes. This guide covers what to prove, how to quantify it, how to write skills, how it differs from a contract attorney, and an FAQ. Free resume check at the end.