Law Firm Job Interview Tips and Help – Free English Vocabulary Activity
Job Interview Planning Tips
This post will focus on 3 things. The first thing we will look at some general tips to plan and prepare your interview. The second area will focus on phrasal verbs and useful adjectives. And the final part will have some practice questions to go over.
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5 Tips
Tip # 1 – They know your credentials.
Remember, you got the interview. So this means that you meet the requirements about position. Relax. Now you need to focus on the following tips and advice. Try to focus on the job, go over your CV and keep it close, and you made it this far, so relax. Now they want to find out about you.
Tip # 2 – Research the firm and its lawyers.
Take the time to get ready. Nowadays it is easier than ever to find out information about the firm, its practice areas, and most importantly its lawyers. Once the interview is scheduled, try and figure out all the possible people who could be in the interview with you. Make sure you know who you are applying to. For sure this is the most important way to kick off the process correctly. Google the company, check the employee registry for any common contacts, check where they have offices and finally, check the other open job positions.
Tip # 3 – Know the business side.
This is obvious, but it doesn’t matter if it is a commercial law firm or a non-profit, every firm wants more clients. Knowing how to come up with leads, drive business and make deals can make the difference in getting the job or not.
Tip # 4 – Develop a connection.
Everyone who interviews is smart. They are all qualified. They work hard. So, what makes the difference. After starting the interview, the first objective is to make a quick connection with your interviewer. Figure this out fast.
Starting on a positive note. Psychology is on your side.
Say something in the first 5 seconds that the audience can agree and connect with if you want to help build a connection. This has been proven time after time in studies related to relationship building.
“There is only one chance to make a first impression.”
Tip # 5 – Ask questions.
They will ask you many questions, but you must come up with some questions. This will show that you are interested in the job, the type of work and who you will be working with. Prepare the questions in advance, don’t put off this step.
Ask about your future with the firm.
What are the opportunities for someone with my profile?
How much has the firm expanded lately?
What are the most profitable/fastest growing areas of the firm?
Get the interest of the interviewer.
How long have you (the interviewer) worked for the firm?
How did you (the interviewer) get into this field?
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