Law firms hiring paralegals look for accuracy, organisation and practice-area experience, plus where you are on the route to qualifying. This example is for a paralegal in residential property working towards the SQE. It shows caseload, systems and the kind of work trusted to them, which is what supervising solicitors check.
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Example paralegal CV
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Paralegal with three years' experience in residential conveyancing at a regional law firm, supporting two partners on a combined caseload of around 80 files. Accurate, organised and calm with clients near completion day. Passed SQE1 and building qualifying work experience towards SQE2. Looking for a senior paralegal or trainee solicitor role.
LLB (Hons) Law, 2:1, University of Leeds, 2019 - 2022
Training and certifications
Qualifying work experience towards SQE2, Kirkgate Law LLP, In progress
Anti-money laundering, Kirkgate Law LLP, 2026
Skills
Residential conveyancing, Legal drafting, Case management systems, AML and client due diligence, HM Land Registry, Client care, Attention to detail
A paralegal personal statement to adapt
Paralegal with three years' experience in residential conveyancing at a regional law firm, supporting two partners on a combined caseload of around 80 files. Accurate, organised and calm with clients near completion day. Passed SQE1 and building qualifying work experience towards SQE2. Looking for a senior paralegal or trainee solicitor role.
Key skills for a paralegal CV
Attention to detail - Documents, deadlines and figures that are right first time.
Organisation - Running a large caseload without missing a date.
Legal research and drafting - Research, letters and documents for supervisor review.
Case management - The systems you use, and keeping files up to date.
Client care - Clear, timely updates and managing expectations.
Compliance - ID checks, anti-money laundering and confidentiality.
Practice-area knowledge - Conveyancing, litigation, family, employment or corporate.
What a UK paralegal CV needs
Qualifying route and progress - LLB, GDL or other degree, and SQE1, SQE2 or LPC progress. If you are building qualifying work experience, say so.
Practice areas - And the type of firm: high street, regional, national or in-house.
Caseload and responsibility - File numbers and what you do on them under supervision.
Systems - Case management software, legal research tools and Microsoft 365.
CILEX - If you are on the CILEX route, give your level and progress.
Achievement bullets to adapt
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Supported two partners on a combined caseload of around 80 conveyancing files.
Drafted contracts and completion statements for supervisor review.
Cut chasing calls by updating clients through the case management system.
Prepared SDLT returns and post-completion registrations.
Passed SQE1 while working full time.
Paralegal CV questions
Does paralegal work count towards qualifying as a solicitor?
It can count as qualifying work experience for the SQE route if it gives you the chance to develop the required competences and is confirmed by a solicitor. Check the Solicitors Regulation Authority's rules.
What should a paralegal CV include?
Your legal education and qualifying progress, practice areas, caseload and responsibilities, systems, and examples of accuracy and organisation.
How do I get a paralegal job with no experience?
Lead with your law degree or legal studies, any legal work experience, pro bono or clinic work, and admin or customer service skills that show accuracy and confidentiality.