Resume Tips (Key Strategies for Success)

When drafting a resume, focus on results by highlighting key accomplishments and outcomes, not just tasks. Quantify and qualify your achievements, such as “Successfully negotiated a $10M settlement” or “Led a team in a high-stakes trial.”
Keep your resume concise, limiting it to 1-2 pages and using bullet points for easy reading.
Customize your resume for each opportunity by highlighting the most relevant experience for the role.
Resume templates are a no-go; instead, choose a traditional layout with well-defined sections such as experience, education, bar admissions, and, if applicable, publications. You can also include a small section for skills or awards.
Use standard fonts like Times New Roman, Calibri, or Garamond. Ensure that your margins are set to 1 inch for a clean look and include adequate white space to enhance readability. Bullet points should be used, especially under your experience
section, to make your resume easy to scan.
Be consistent with dates—if you’re using months and years, keep the format uniform throughout. Also, pay attention to punctuation: don’t use hyphens when en dashes are needed, and be mindful of your commas to ensure clarity and professionalism.
Lastly, a good recruiter will share excellent samples with you. So, don’t forget to ask.

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