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Commonly Asked Interview Questions (Law)

Our Commonly Asked Questions (Law) is FREE for your use and has been used by many successful candidates, who have gone on to secure top-tier employment in Big Law.  It was created and refined by our panel of reviewers, who have experience interviewing candidates (for training contracts and mid-career lawyers) and being interviewed.

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COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS: LAW INTERVIEWS

About you
  • Tell me about yourself.
  • Why did you decide to do law?
  • What are your hobbies / interests?
  • Tell me more about your CCAs / Mooting Experience / leadership position(s) you have held.
  • Take me through your CV.
(Note: Be prepared to address tricky questions about a bad grade, gap or weakness in your CV).
 
Employer
  • Why did you apply to this firm?
  • Why do you want to work in this department / practice area?
  • Why are you a good fit for our firm culture?
  • Which other firms have you applied to?
(Note: A candid answer is recommended because the legal circle is particularly small. A good answer would be one that illustrates a clear strategy in your application.)
 
Experience
  • Tell me about this module / area of law?
  • What do you think about this recent change in the law / news event?
  • Tell me about your internship with XYZ.
  • Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Why do you think you are suited to be a corporate lawyer / dispute resolution lawyer? 
  • How will you excel at this area of law in practice? 
 
For more experienced candidates:
  • Why did you leave your previous job?
  • What was your job scope at your previous job?
  • What was the reporting structure at your previous role?
  • What skills / experience makes you suitable for this new role?
  • What was your last drawn salary? What is your expected remuneration?
 
Working Style
  • What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Do you work well in a team?
  • What are your expectations as to mentorship / working hours / working environment?
 
Parting Words
  • Do you have any questions?
(Note: This is an opportunity to show that you have researched the firm. Good questions include questions about firm culture, a recent piece of news concerning the firm or big milestone / deal clinched, or broad industry trends.)

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