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From Government Lawyer to Private Practice: Position Yourself to Get Hired

Craft a resume and cover letter that speak the language of law firms - and position your public sector experience as a competitive advantage in private practice.

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Why Download This Guide?

You’re not starting over - you’re leveling up. This free guide is built specifically for attorneys transitioning from public service into private practice. Inside, you’ll learn how to:

  • Translate government experience into law firm–relevant outcome
  • Highlight the business value behind your legal work
  • Avoid the top mistakes government lawyers make when applying to firms
  • Use law firm language and recruiter-friendly keywords
  • Build a resume and cover letter that show you're ready to contribute from day one
  • Approach your job search like a high-performing lateral
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Who The Guide Is For:

This guide was created specifically for:

  • Federal or state attorneys exploring private sector roles
  • Former prosecutors, agency lawyers, or public interest counsel ready for a change
  • Lawyers targeting law firms, in-house counsel, or fractional GC roles
  • Any attorney asking: “How do I make my government resume resonate with law firms?”

What’s Inside:

In this guide, you will find the following:

  • Resume Do’s That Will Set You Apart
  • Resume Don’ts And How To Avoid Pitfalls
  • Skill Translation Strategies
  • Cover Letter Framework
  • Metrics That Matter to Firms
  • And more

Don’t Restart,
Reposition.

Your public sector background brings credibility, insight, and leadership - but law firms aren’t reading your resume through a government lens.

This guide gives you the strategy and language to bridge that gap and present yourself as a trusted advisor and future partner.

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Positioning Yourself for Private Practice: A Strategic Guide for Government Attorneys

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