Introduction : how can I use this book to help me get a job? -- Part I. Legal Resumes -- Identifying information: who are you and how can I contact you? -- Education: where did you go to school and what did you do while you were there? -- Work experience - general information and format: what skill categories best describe your work experience? -- Work experience - substantive descriptions: what specifically did you do in each position you held? -- Special skills and interests: what do you do outside of law school and work? -- Part II. Cover Letters -- Purpose and logistics: why do I need a cover letter and what should I put in it? -- Heading, addressee, and introduction: who are you and why are you writing this cover letter? -- Facts: what are one or two things that you want me to know about you? -- Discussion/argument: why are you a good fit for our organization? -- Closing: how do I end my letter and what is the next step? -- Part III. Writing Samples, References and Recommendation Letters, and Networking -- Writing samples : what is a legal writing sample and how do I put one together? -- References and recommendation letters : what are they and how do I get one? -- Tips for job prospecting and securing a job : what can I do now to start establishing my professional network?