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Paralegal Resume Example

A strong paralegal resume gets the recruiter to the point in seconds. This example follows the structure hiring managers actually scan — headline first, quantifiable wins next, credentials last — and you can copy it in one click.

What recruiters look for

  • Practice area (litigation, corporate, IP) up top
  • Relativity + Westlaw/Lexis are table stakes
  • Show case scope: doc count, deposition count, matter size
  • Bluebook / ALWD citation is expected

Frequently asked questions

Certificate required?

Not always, but it accelerates hiring. NALA CP is the strongest cert.

Do I list matter names?

No — confidentiality. Say the industry and scope.

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Alex Bennett

Paralegal · Litigation & Corporate Support

alex@example.com+1 555 000 0100Washington, DC

Summary

Paralegal with 6 years in AmLaw 100 litigation practice. Own document review, discovery response, and deposition prep for 4 partners across complex commercial matters.

Experience

Paralegal · Wiley & Ross LLP
2021 — Present · Washington, DC
  • Managed doc review for a $180M commercial dispute — 340k docs across 6 custodians.
  • Prepared 22 deponents' materials and outlines for a 2-week deposition window.
  • Cite-checked 4 appellate briefs; zero errors flagged by counsel.

Education

Georgetown University · BA + Paralegal Certificate
2016 — 2020 · Washington, DC

Skills

RelativityE-discoveryBluebook citationLegal research (Westlaw, Lexis)Cite-checkingTrial prepNotary

Languages

English (Native)

Certifications

Notary Public · DC Office of the Secretary
2023

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