How to Stand Out in the Paralegal Job Search

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If you’re in the market for a new job as a paralegal, you need to make sure that you’re standing out among your competition. There may be a lot of paralegals looking for jobs, but firms are seeking the best of the best. So, to get the job, you need to present yourself as the top candidate. So how do you stand out from other paralegals competing for the open positions? Before you send out your next resume, attend your next interview, or talk to the next contact, here are three things you can do to ensure you are attracting the right attention.

Network in the area.

The most important step you can take to allow yourself to stand out among your competition is networking. Get out in the local community and meet people. Go to legal industry events and share your business card and collect them from others. Use this to connect with others in follow-up phone calls or emails. Ask someone to meet you for coffee to talk about pursuing a job in a law office, even if it isn’t specifically for a job in their firm. These connections will help you find an opportunity when one becomes available.

Create and online brand.

You may not have thought about it, but the industry is changing so much that having an online brand will help set you apart. Buy your own domain name and create a portfolio site to act as an online resume. You can also start a blog to share thoughts, information, and your expertise online. Use this branding to inform your social media such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. You can use the platforms to network online for jobs and connections, which will further set you apart from other paralegals vying for jobs in your area.

Load up on experience.

Lastly, don’t be afraid to take opportunities that don’t match the exact path you’re wanting to follow. Especially in the early days of your paralegal career, you should be gaining as much experience within a law firm as possible. This will only make you more valuable when you look for your next job and the next. The more experience, and diverse experience, you bring to the table the better position you’ll be in to advance your career in the direction you want.

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