Paralegal resume keywords
These are the skills, tools and certifications that show up most often in paralegal job postings in the US. Use only the ones that are true for you.
Asked for in most postings
- legal research
- drafting documents
- case management
- discovery
- filing
- client communication
- calendar deadlines
- legal terminology
Often listed as a plus
- paralegal certificate
- Westlaw
- LexisNexis
- Clio
- e-filing
- litigation
Example: the same experience, written two ways
Before: Helped the attorneys with cases.
After: Supported 3 litigation attorneys: drafted pleadings and discovery, managed 80 active case files in Clio and tracked every court deadline.
Tip: Name your practice areas (litigation, family, real estate) and research tools. Firms hire by practice area.