Question Overview: Lawyers are often faced with difficult situations at work. An attorney may have to deal with a difficult client, a difficult opposing counsel, or even a difficult judge. You want to make sure that whoever you hire can handle the stress that comes with being an attorney.
Sample Answer: I always make sure to communicate with my superiors and clients about any issues that I am facing. I also make sure to keep my cool when dealing with difficult situations.
Question Overview: This is a very common question and one that you should be prepared for. You want to find out what the candidate considers to be his/her strengths and weaknesses. The candidate may have a different view of his/her strengths and weaknesses than you do.
Sample Answer: I consider my ability to work under pressure as a strength. I also consider my ability to work with people as a strength. My weakness is that I am not the most organized person in the world.
Question Overview: You want to know why the candidate wants to work with you. You want to know if the candidate is interested in your firm or if he/she is just looking for a job.
Sample Answer: I have researched your firm and have been impressed with the work that you do. I am interested in working for a firm that is committed to excellence and that values its employees.
Question Overview: The public education system in the United States is in a state of crisis. There are many reasons for this, but the main reason is that there is a lack of accountability. Teachers are not held accountable for their performance and students are not held accountable for their performance. You will want to find someone who can articulate a solution to this problem.
Sample Answer: I think that the main reason for the failures in public education is a lack of accountability. Teachers are not held accountable for their performance and students are not held accountable for their performance.
Question Overview: An attorney will have to be committed to his/her career in order to succeed. You will want to find someone who has a long-term vision for his/her career.
Sample Answer: I want to be a partner in my firm and eventually run my own firm.
Question Overview: The legal profession is changing. There are many new technologies that are changing the way that legal services are delivered. You will want to know what the candidate thinks about the future of the industry and how he/she will fit into it.
Sample Answer: I think that technology will continue to play a large role in the future of our industry. I am excited about the opportunities that technology will bring to our profession.
Question Overview: You will want to know what kind of experience your candidate has. You will want to know if he/she has worked in a large law firm, a small law firm, a corporate setting or in-house counsel. You will also want to know if the candidate has worked in different areas of law.
Sample Answer: I have experience in all areas of law, including corporate, real estate, and family law. I have also worked with clients ranging from individuals to large corporations.
Question Overview: Clients are not always happy with the outcome of their case. In fact, it is not uncommon for a client to be unhappy with the outcome of a case. It is important that you find out how an attorney handles these situations.
Sample Answer: I would communicate with my client and explain the situation. I would also keep my client informed about the progress of the case.
Question Overview: Attorneys are experts in many different areas of law. You want to find someone who is an expert in the area of law that you need help with.
Sample Answer: I am an expert in the area of family law.
Question Overview: The legal profession is a long-term commitment. You will want to make sure that whoever you hire is committed to the long haul. You will not want to hire someone who is looking for a short-term job.
Sample Answer: I see myself as a partner in the firm in the next five years.
Question Overview: Being a lawyer requires a lot of math. You will need to be able to do simple arithmetic, but you will also need to be able to do complex calculations. You will need to be able to calculate damages, interest rates, percentages and other figures.
Sample Answer: I am very good at math and have always been able to do complex calculations in my head.
Question Overview: The legal profession is not for the faint of heart. Attorneys will face difficult situations and must be able to handle them. You will want to know that whoever you hire can handle the stress of the job and will not crumble under pressure.
Sample Answer: I once had a client who was being sued by his landlord for unpaid rent. The client had a good case, but he was not able to pay for an attorney. I worked with him on a contingency basis and we won the case.
Question Overview: The work experience of a candidate is important because it will give you an idea of how the candidate has functioned in the past. You will want to know if the candidate is a good fit for your firm.
Sample Answer: I have been working as an attorney for the past five years. I started my career as an associate at a small law firm and then moved on to a larger firm where I worked as a junior partner. I have been working at my current firm for the past two years.
Question Overview: Attorneys are often faced with multiple projects with the same priority. In these cases, an attorney must be able to prioritize the tasks and get them done in a timely manner. This is not always easy, especially when the attorney has to juggle several projects at once. You want to make sure that whoever you hire can handle this type of situation.
Sample Answer: I make sure to set aside time for each project and then work on them in order of priority.
Question Overview: You will want to know how an attorney deals with difficult clients. You are looking for someone who can remain professional and handle a difficult client.
Sample Answer: I have had a client who was very demanding and was not willing to listen to my advice. I was able to keep my cool and stick to my strategy.
Question Overview: It is important to find out why a candidate is looking to leave his/her current job. You want to make sure that the candidate is not simply looking for a better salary or title. You also want to make sure that the candidate is not leaving because of issues with his/her boss or co-workers.
Sample Answer: I want to be in a position where I can have more responsibility and make more of an impact.
Question Overview: Government attorneys are lawyers who work for the government. They are usually employed by the federal government, but may also be employed by state and local governments. The qualities of a good government attorney will depend on the type of government attorney that you are looking for. For example, a good federal prosecutor will have different qualities than a good federal defense attorney.
Sample Answer: A good government attorney must be able to communicate effectively with others, whether it is with a judge, client or opposing counsel. He/she must also have a strong sense of ethics and be able to work well with others.
Question Overview: You should be looking for someone who has a good understanding of your business model and how it works. You should be able to explain your business model to a candidate and have that person be able to understand what you do and why you do it.
Sample Answer: I have a good understanding of Axiom's business model. I know that you are a technology company that provides legal services to clients. I also know that you are a technology company that is trying to disrupt the legal industry.
Question Overview: Experience is a critical factor in hiring an attorney. You want to make sure that whoever you hire has the requisite experience to handle your case. In this case, you are looking for someone who has experience representing injured workers.
Sample Answer: I have represented injured workers in the past and have a good understanding of how the process works.
Question Overview: This is a great question to ask because it will give you a sense of how the candidate thinks. You are looking for someone who can think on his/her feet and come up with a solution to a problem.
Sample Answer: I would first try to understand the facts of the case and then look at the law that applies. I would then try to understand how the law applies to the facts and then look at possible solutions.