The interview is your chance to differentiate yourself as a candidate. There is no better way to practice interviewing than through networking. Building your network and meeting attorneys is not only a great way to learn about firms and the profession, but it is also an essential skill in a relationship-based industry like the law.
Advice
Preparation and What to Expect
- Preparing for the Interview
- What to Expect and Conducting the Interview
- Dressing for the Interview
- Preparing Your Space for Virtual Interviews
- Psychometric Assessments
Interview Questions
- Questions Employers May Ask You
- Questions to Ask Employers
- Behavioral Interview Questions
- Interview Pitfalls
Callback Interviews
After Interviewing/Following Up
Resources
- Interview Preparation Worksheet (docx)
- Law Firm Assessment Grid (pdf)
- Recruiting Policies and Guidelines for Students
- Recruiting Policies and Guidelines for Employers
Practice Interviewing
Podcasts and Videos
| Title | Media Type |
| Acing 1L Interviews | Podcast |
| Ten Tricky Interview Questions | Podcast |
Updates from Hire Ground
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Your Interview Narrative
The key to a successful interview is preparation. Being prepared is not just knowing about the employer, but being able to talk about yourself and why you are a strong fit for the firm. Now is a great time to begin working on your narrative and connecting the dots between what you have done previously
April 11, 2024
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Why Do an EIP Mock Interview Now?
Preview and EIP seem a long way off, so you may be wondering why you should sign up for an EIP mock interview now. Interviewing is a key component of EIP, but doing it well requires preparation and practice. Carving out 30 minutes to participate in the EIP Mock Interview Program now, before you get
April 2, 2024
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EIP Mock Interview Program
Reminder to sign up for the EIP Mock Interview Program if you haven’t already. The program will give you a chance to see what to expect during interviews, practice your interview skills, and get advice on what to work on ahead of Preview and EIP. Review Leg 5 of the EIP Roadmap for more on
April 2, 2024
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EIP Mock Interviews
Interviewing is a key element of EIP and Preview, but doing it well requires preparation and practice. Before you get too busy studying for final exams and then begin your summer job, participate in the EIP Mock Interview Program. A mock interview will give you a chance to see what to expect, practice your interview
March 26, 2024
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EIP Mock Interview Program
Reminder to sign up for the EIP Mock Interview Program if you haven’t already. The program will give you a chance to see what to expect during interviews, practice your interview skills, and get advice on what to work on ahead of Preview and EIP. Review Leg 5 of the EIP Roadmap for more on
March 19, 2024