Paralegal Cover Letter Samples
Use these paralegal letter samples to help you write a powerful cover letter that separates you from the competition.
Last updated on March 21, 2019
Below are sample paralegal cover letters cover letters to be enclosed with the applicant’s resume. It should be not more than one page, written in formal, business-style and sent by certified mail, so the applicant gets confirmation that it has been received. Two weeks after the HR director has received the letter, the applicant should call to follow-up the status of their application.
Sample 1 - Paralegal Cover Letter
Full Name
Title
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Phone Number
Email Address
Today’s Date
Name of Manager
Title
Name of Company
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name of Manager:
I am submitting my resume in response to the recently advertised paralegal position at [Name of Company]. I believe that my training and experience closely match your requirements.
Some key points that are relevant to this paralegal position include:
- Processed incoming cases and setting up new matters
- Communicated with clients, lawyers, administrative staff and other contacts
- Served as contact on assigned case files
- Proven myself to be a highly motivated paralegal with the ability to remain focused in high stress environments
I am convinced that my commitment to meeting clients expectations and the ability to function as an integral part of a team would allow me to make a valuable contribution to the tradition of excellence at [Name of Company].
A challenging environment such as yours will give me the opportunity to make the best use of my skills and experience as a paralegal. I would welcome the opportunity to interview for this position and discuss how I can fulfill your requirements.
Please contact me via phone or email to arrange a mutually convenient time and date for us to meet.
Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Signature
Full Name
Sample 2 - Paralegal Cover Letter
Full Name
Title
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Phone Number
Email Address
Today’s Date
Name of Manager
Title
Name of Company
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name of Manager:
Enclosed please find my resume. I am very interested in applying for the position of paralegal that was advertised on [Name of Website] on [Date], and am confident that you will find my skills ideally applicable to your needs.
Thank you in advance for your consideration. I look forward to meeting with you to discuss this opportunity.
Sincerely,
Signature
Full Name
By Andre Bradley
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