A trial lawyer resume focuses on the job hunter's goal-to get an interview for a job trying civil cases for a reputable firm. It is essential for trial lawyer resumes to include pertinent and current information if the job seeker hopes to get hired.
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Roger Craven
Attorney at Law
789 Manzanita Avenue
West Port, USA 90465
888-888-8888
Objective: Trial Lawyer
Interested in an interview for immediate hire as a trial lawyer
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Experienced trial lawyer, in good standing with the State Bar Association, specializing in trying civil cases. Excellent professional skills, outstanding communication with clients and fellow employees.
RESUME of EXPERIENCE:
Community Law Offices, Big City, USA 2002-2007
Lead trial attorney
Riverdale Law Firm, Small Town, USA 1998-2002
Trial attorney with a specialty in civil suits
TRAINING:
J.D., West Side School of Law, Major City, USA 1998
RECOGNITION:
American Bar Association, Big City Chapter:
All-Star Trial Lawyer Award 2005
NOTE: Write a complete trial lawyer resume, including expanded information of the kind you see in this condensed sample. Employers expect about two pages. Include your work experience as a trial lawyer as well as your training and recognition.