John Smith
123 Home St
Home City, ST 12345
123-456-7890 john@email.com
EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE:
Seeking a position in an active and challenging law firm, with potential for future partnership.
STATE BAR ASSOCIATION MEMBER
ID#: 123456
Member in good standing since 2000
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
• Preparation of legal documents, as well as reviewing documents and instruments prepared by others for accuracy
• Represent client as requested in various transactions
• Good eye for uncovering legal implications swiftly in documents and other materials
• Advising clients of new and existing legislation that may affect them
• Preparing for and representing clients at trial
• Assist clients in making decisions regarding legal matters, and providing advice on tax and regulatory law as it applies to client’s particular situation
• Extensive knowledge of criminal court procedures and ability to defend clients in complex and difficult cases
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
LAW FIRM
Home City, ST
Staff Attorney
June 2006-present
Responsibilities:
• Preparing and reviewing documents in tax law cases
• Meeting with clients to discuss options and legal procedures
• Representing clients in court
LEGAL AID
Home City, ST
Criminal Defense Attorney
November 2003-June 2006
Responsibilities:
• Prepared and represented defendants in a wide variety of criminal cases
• Met with prosecutors to discuss and agree on plea bargains
LAW FIRM
Home City, ST
Contract Attorney
January 2000 – November 2003
Responsibilities:
• Met with clients facing tax related charges to prepare them for court procedures
• Represented clients in court
• Prepared and reviewed documents
LAW FIRM
Home City, ST
Legal Assistant
September 1997-December 1999
Responsibilities:
• Researching and preparing legal information for attorneys
• Preparing documents for attorneys to review
• Assisting with client meetings and pre-trial preparation
EDUCATION:
Juris Doctor, 1999
University of Home State School of Law
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Psychology, 1993
University of Home City
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST