CV Writing Service

for Legal Professionals, Graduates, and Students

CV, resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profiles

Need an in-depth CV that will progress your career in law?

Our recommended CV writers have law practice experience as a commercial lawyer, barrister, law firm partner, as well as recruitment, interviewing, and legal training programme in the UK and internationally. They understand the latest recruitment practices of legal firms. Legal professionals rarely have the time to sit down and write a CV so these qualified CV writers will create a focused and targeted CV that is right for your career goals.

Your new CV will reflect, in the best possible light, your career history, motivation for the target jobs, transferable skills, qualifications and training, and expertise. Your writer will conduct a one-to-one interview and related consultations over the phone and by email. They will provide you with proof copies of your documents and one writer will work with your through the whole writing process.

Through this process, your CV writer will gain an in-depth understanding of your experience, achievements, and skill sets. Contact us for a comprehensive and professional service with a 5-7 day turnaround or a 48-hour express service.

Graduates seeking law internships or training contracts are offered various packages that can include specialist help with applications and interview training, as well as CV writing services.

Do you require a CV, resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, or other job hunting documents for any of the following professions or fields of law?

LEGAL PROFESSIONALS

  • Barrister | Chancery Barrister
  • Partner | Associate
  • Attorney | Patent & Trademark Attorney
  • Solicitor Advocate
  • Paralegal
  • Professional Support Lawyer
  • Notary
  • Compliance Officer
  • Chartered Legal Executive
  • Company Secretary
  • In-house Lawyer
  • In-house Legal and Financial Services Lawyer
  • General Counsel
  • Arbitrator
  • Mediator
  • Public Policy Regulator

TRAINEES and GRADUATES

  • Training Contracts
  • Pupillages
  • Third Six Pupillages
  • Summer Vacation Schemes
  • Internships
  • Law Graduates
  • Graduates

FIELDS OF LAW

  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Tax Law
  • Restructuring & Insolvency
  • Pensions
  • Insurance & Reinsurance
  • Corporate Commercial and M&A
  • Corporate & Company Law
  • Employment Law, including Corporate Support
  • Criminal Law
  • Civil Law
  • Civil Fraud & White Collar Crime
  • Landlord & Tenant Law
  • Family Law
  • Probate & Wills Law
  • Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence
  • Immigration Law
  • Litigation, including Multi-Track Litigation
  • Conveyancing
  • Construction
  • Professional Negligence
  • Judicial Review & Human Rights

Contact Details

For information about qualified CV writers, specific services, and prices for a legal CV
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  • Tip 1: Tell us about your target job.
  • Tip 2: If you are a recent graduate or a student, tell us when you graduated or expect to graduate.
  • Tip 3: Include your telephone number in your email and a CV writing professional will call you back for a chat.

 

KEY POINTS TO INCLUDE IN A LEGAL CV

  • Personal details: Your name and contact information in the main part of the Word document (that is, not in the header or footer, which Applicant Tracking Software may not read).
  • Education: Your law degree(s) and other relevant educational qualifications. Be sure to include the name of the institution, the degree you earned, and the dates you attended.
  • Work experience: List your legal work experience, including the name of the law firm or organisation, your job title, and the dates you worked there. Be sure to include your responsibilities and accomplishments in each role.
  • Skills: List your legal skills, including research, writing, analysis, and argumentation. You can also list any other skills relevant to the legal profession, such as computer or foreign language skills.
  • Awards and honours: List any awards or honours you have received, such as academic awards, moot court competitions, or pro bono work.
  • Bar admissions: List any bar admissions you have, such as the Law Society of England and Wales or the Inns of Court.
  • Publications: List any publications you have authored or co-authored, such as law review articles or journal articles.
  • Other relevant activities: List any other activities that are relevant to the legal profession, such as legal internships, moot court competitions, or pro bono work.

When writing your legal CV, tailor it to the job you are applying for. Highlight the skills and experience that are most relevant to the job, and be sure to use keywords that are used in the job description.

Here are some additional tips for writing a legal CV:

  • Use clear and concise language.
  • Proofread your CV carefully before submitting it.
  • Use active voice and strong verbs.
  • Quantify your accomplishments whenever possible.
  • Use keywords that are relevant to the job you are applying for.
  • Keep your CV to two pages.

It is also essential to follow the correct CV format in the UK. The most common format is the reverse chronological format, which lists your work experience and education in reverse chronological order. You can also use a functional CV, which focuses on your skills and experience rather than your work history.

HOW TO GET A PUPILLAGE AT A LAW FIRM IN THE UK

  1. Start planning early. The competition for pupillages is fierce, so it is important to start planning early. This means completing your law degree or law conversion course, taking the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC), and gaining relevant experience.
  2. Network with other lawyers. Networking is vital to learn about pupillage opportunities and get your foot in the door. Attend law events, connect with lawyers on LinkedIn, and ask your friends and family if they know any lawyers who can help you.
  3. Get involved in extracurricular activities. Extracurricular activities are a great way to demonstrate your skills and interests to potential employers. Get involved in mooting competitions, pro bono work, or other legal activities that you are passionate about.
  4. Tailor your application materials. Your application materials should be tailored to the specific chambers or law firms you are applying to. Make sure to highlight your relevant skills and experience to the chambers or law firm.
  5. Be prepared for interviews. Interviews are an important part of the pupillage application process. Be prepared to answer questions about your skills, experience, and why you want to become a barrister.

Additional tips that may be helpful:

  • Be persistent. The competition for pupillages is fierce, but don’t give up. Keep applying for pupillages, and eventually, you will find one.
  • Be positive. The pupillage application process can be daunting, but it is essential to stay positive. Believe in yourself and your abilities, and you will eventually succeed.
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