After all the transformations, twists and turns that have taken place in the legal profession, one thing that has stood the test of time and has remained relevant is the resume. To employers, recruiters and other professionals, the resume is still regarded as the truest and most accurate representation of a person’s professional life. While the LinkedIn profile is gaining popularity, it is not held to the same level of accountability for truth and accuracy. So given the resume’s importance, time and effort must be invested to make sure it’s right. But knowing what’s “right” isn’t always easy for the busy lawyer. Have the resume rules changed? Must it only be one page? What details are recommended? Below are the trends that answer these questions:
Resume Length:
Many a year ago, one common “rule” for resumes was that they could never exceed one page. And those that did were considered to have breached legal profession protocol, regardless of a lawyer’s seniority. But today, The One Page Rule is no longer the norm and lawyers are taking greater license with resume length.
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