Forgot to include bar status on resume -- fatal error? Forum

[Anonymous User]

I spent hours writing an awesome cover letter for a dream job last night. I even re-styled my resume because my old one appeared too busy. I submitted the application last night via email. The job is basically a perfect fit for me.

It turns out that I forgot to add my bar membership status to my new resume. I just passed the bar exam and I'm awaiting admission.

This is a job that requires a license to practice. The job posting doesn't expressly say that, but it is implied. Is neglecting to mention my bar status a fatal error? Will they just assume that I haven't sat for the bar, or that I failed it?

Am I better off 1) doing nothing and hoping they don't reject me for neglecting to indicate my bar status, or 2) submitting an updated resume today?

[Jchance]

Updated resume looks bad. Just shoot them an email saying something along the line of "btw, I passed the bar in [your state]."

[NotMyRealName09]

Eh, don't update, and don't email, they will probably presume you've passed. I don't think its fatal. At worst, if they give you an interview, someone will be like "oh, you passed the bar right?"

[Anonymous User]

Thank you both. I think I'm going to do nothing and pray.

[zot1]

I would most definitely leave it alone.

[Anonymous User]

I've never listed my bar admissions on my resume and had no problem getting interviews or offers. I'm also 5+ years out of school with a big law firm on my resume, but I still wouldn't sweat it.