by Sarah Siddiqui | Dec 29, 2023 | Blogs
The legal profession is known for its hierarchical structure, where aspiring solicitors often find themselves caught in the paralegal trap. While working as a paralegal can provide valuable experience, it can also become a barrier to progressing towards becoming a...
by Sarah Siddiqui | Dec 23, 2023 | Blogs
In today’s competitive job market, it’s crucial to make your legal CV stand out from the rest. For legal professionals, this is especially important as law firms receive numerous applications for limited positions. Whether you’re a recent law...
by Sarah Siddiqui | Dec 17, 2023 | Blogs
Exciting news! Legal CVs have partnered with the talented Suzanne Natalie Jeffers, non-practising solicitor and legal talent agent, offering personalised one to one interview coaching to help you impress! Suzanne Natalie Jeffers is a dynamic legal professional with a...
by Sarah Siddiqui | Oct 1, 2023 | Blogs
Your curriculum vitae (CV) is often the first impression potential employers have of you as a legal professional. It serves as a valuable tool to showcase your skills, experiences, and qualifications. However, many law professionals fail to realise that their CVs may...
by Sarah Siddiqui | Sep 25, 2023 | Blogs
When applying for a training contract at a law firm, your legal CV plays a crucial role in showcasing your skills, experiences, and qualifications. A well-crafted legal CV can significantly increase your chances of securing an interview and ultimately landing your...
by Sarah Siddiqui | Sep 17, 2023 | Blogs
In today’s competitive job market, having a professional and well-crafted CV is crucial, especially in the legal industry. A strong CV can make a significant difference in getting noticed by potential employers and securing that dream legal job. However, not...
by Sarah Siddiqui | Aug 30, 2023 | Blogs
🔑 If you are struggling to get your foot in the door, instead try thinking outside the box! 📚✍️ 🌟 Here are a few effective strategies to help aspiring solicitors grab the attention of legal firms and boost their chances of success: 1️⃣ Tailor Your Applications:...
by Sarah Siddiqui | Jun 10, 2023 | Blogs
If you are changing careers or starting off in the legal profession, you may be wondering how best to approach your CV. Here are some of my top tips on how to tailor your CV to law: 1. Add a professional summary or objective statement that highlights your background,...
by Sarah Siddiqui | Jun 9, 2023 | Blogs
1. How long should a law CV be in the UK? Two pages is the industry standard in the UK but this can extend to three if you have a long career history or work multiple projects. 2. I can’t make my law CV fit two pages – what should I do? There is almost...
by Sarah Siddiqui | Jun 8, 2023 | Blogs
As a recent law graduate, you may be wondering what your CV should look like to make it stand out in the competitive legal job market. A well-crafted CV is essential to help you secure a job that aligns with your career goals and aspirations. In this blog, I will...
