ATS Keyword Library

Paralegal Resume Keywords

Keywords recruiters and ATS filters look for in Paralegal resumes within Legal.

Keywords by Category

Add these exact terms into your experience and skills sections

legal(9 terms)

  • legal research
  • document drafting
  • e-discovery
  • case management
  • trial preparation
  • westlaw
  • relativity
  • clio
  • imanage

paralegal(6 terms)

  • paralegal
  • senior paralegal
  • junior paralegal
  • nala certified paralegal (cp)
  • drafted
  • negotiated

How to Use These Paralegal Keywords

Best practices to pass ATS filters without stuffing

  • List bar admissions with jurisdiction and year.
  • Spell out NALA Certified Paralegal (CP) in full, then add any abbreviation in brackets.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What keywords should a paralegal resume include?

Legal Research, Document Drafting, E-Discovery, tools like Westlaw, and measurable impact.