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March 2, 2011
Resume Writing for Older Attorneys
For the seasoned attorney, a resume will have a different format than it would for the newly minted lawyer. For example, while the novice’s resume would lead off with the lawyer’s educational record, the experienced lawyer would lead off with job experience in order to sell his or her expertise.
In 2009, Law.com presented a short article on resume strategies for the older attorney written by legal search consultants Valerie Fontaine and Roberta Kass. They offer a combined chronological and functional method of organization. Helpful advice.
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