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Turning down an invitation or delaying an acceptance can feel awkward, so below are sample responses to a myriad of situations. If your particular situation…

Never say you do not have any questions, which can be perceived as a lack of interest on your part. Do not ask any questions where…

Categories of Interview Questions Below is a non-exhaustive list of common interview questions. There are no “right” answers. You should avoid “canned” or overly rehearsed…

What is a Psychometric Assessment? Psychometrics assessments use a series of questions, games and scenarios to gather insight on your cognition, personality, and behavioral tendencies.

Eliminate Distractions Set up for interviews in a quiet, private space.Silence your phone and pop-ups on your devices.Turn off the TV and music.Make sure that…

Interview Preparation Worksheet (docx) Assessing What You and the Employer Each Want What Are Employers Seeking? Most employers are looking for: Genuine interest…

Going Negative About a Prior Career or Academic Path  Any discussion of why you chose to attend law school should not include an outright rejection of a…

Follow-Up The wait for a response from an employer after an initial interview or a callback can be an anxious time. Candidates frequently ask when…

Program Dates The EIP Mock Interview Program for 2023 has ended. If you would like to practice interviewing, book a J.D. Mock Interview appointment…

You will be gathering important information in your first year, such as: What kind of work do you enjoy?Where can you find the best work?What are…

Understanding what you are being evaluated on is an important part of knowing how to do well. Your evaluation goes beyond doing good work; how…

Download the Summer Memo and Professionalism Primer (pdf) Summer Purpose Your goals for the summer are to: secure an offer; gain information and experience…

Law Firm Structure Law firms in the United States are typically organized as partnerships. These partnerships employ administrative support staff and attorneys. The attorneys within…

Managing the Unexpected  Some firms will provide you with structured tools to help you succeed, such as training programs and mentors. Other firms are less…

Firms are typically more amenable to splits with employers that are not direct market competitors: thus students will often arrange splits between firms and public…

What is a Post Offer or Second Look Visit? A post-offer or “second look” visit is an opportunity for an offeree to meet with more…

What are Offer Dinners? After receiving an offer, some firms may invite you to attend a dinner and/or reception in Cambridge/Boston once you are back…

Most candidates invest substantial time preparing for law firms interviews. Very few candidates, however, are well prepared for what comes next – the salary discussions.