Email Cover Letter Samples
By Michelle Stute, Product Manager
www.CAlawjobs.com
As promised in my previous article on the topic of Email Cover Letter Tips, I've compiled some email cover letter samples to use as a starting point for your own email cover letter. The examples below come from real-life job seeker emails, although I've altered the details and contact information. The styles range from direct, short and sweet to a more salesy approach - choose the style that suits you best.
Be sure to include these key elements in your email cover letter:
- Include the title of the position you're applying for.
- Tell where you found the job posting or how you heard about the position.
- Conclude with a subtle call to action to remind the hiring manager the action you'd like them to take, such as, "I look forward to hearing from you."
- List your full name and contact information in your email signature block (not just on your resume attachment).
- If applicable, quickly explain any questions that your resume may raise. For example, if you're from out of town but planning to move close to the job location, or you've been at your current position for only a short time.
Email Cover Letter Examples
To Whom It May Concern:
I am interested in the Litigation Associate position advertised on CAlawjobs.com. I have attached my resume and cover letter for your review.
Thank you for your time. I look forward to hearing from you.
Best regards,
First Last
Phone: 949-555-1234
Email: First.Last@
Dear Hiring Manager,
I'm writing to express my interest in the Litigation Secretary position listed on CAlawjobs.com. My resume is enclosed for your review and consideration.
I am a fast learner, very dependable, organized, and computer savvy. I have extensive experience assisting firm attorneys and multiple paralegals, as well as supervising and managing an office. While I currently reside in Orange County, I will be moving to San Francisco at the end of the month.
I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you to learn more about your firm, its plans and goals, and how I might contribute to its continued success. I can be your ideal candidate if given this opportunity. Thank you.
Kind regards,
First Last
949-555-1234
Email: First.Last@
Dear Sir/Madam:
Included with this e-mail is a copy of my resume for your review and consideration. As you can see, I have many years of experience as a litigation secretary, most of them working with managing partners. I am a professional looking for a career, not just a job. I am organized, reliable and self-motivated. I like being part of a team, but can also work independently.
Once you have had an opportunity to review my resume, please contact me if you have any questions or to arrange an interview. I look forward to speaking with you in the near future.
Thank you for your time,
First Last
Phone: 949-555-1234
Email: First.Last@
Dear Sir/Madam:
Please allow this introduction. My name is Jane Doe, and I have 12 years of legal secretarial experience working with managing partners of small, mid- and large-sized law firms. My current typing speed is 105 wpm from written form and 120 wpm from live dictation with the utmost accuracy. I am interested in the Litigation Secretary position advertised on CAlawjobs.com.
I am currently working for a small civil litigation firm. However, after only 11 months in this position, the financial stability of the firm has significantly changed. Therefore I am seeking long-term tenure with a stable civil litigation firm.
Attached please find my resume and list of references. If you are interested in the professional skills and positive attributes I can contribute to your firm, please contact me at (949) 555-1234 at your convenience to schedule an interview.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Respectfully,
First Last
Phone: 949-555-1234
Email: F.Last@
Dear Recruiting Administrator:
Do you need a hardworking, creative and conscientious paralegal to meet your firm's needs? If so, I can help you. The following is a summary of my qualifications:
- More than ten years of progressively responsible legal experience;
- Bachelor's Degree with Honors in Business Administration;
- Exceptional verbal, written and analytical skills;
- Advanced computer skills;
- Outgoing personality and "can-do" attitude.
I would like to meet with you to discuss how I might assist your firm in fulfilling its present needs. My resume is enclosed for your review. If you need someone who is highly motivated, eager to learn, and willing to work hard to succeed, please contact me at 949-555-1234 or by e-mail: First.Last@.
Thank you for your time and consideration,
First Last
949-555-1234
First.Last@
Be sure to use these samples as a starting point only, and add your own voice, style and experience to make your own truly great (or at least solid) email cover letter. I hope yours will be a stand out!
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