It is important to note that not all institutions offer law school interviews. In fact, it is rare for law schools beyond the Top 20 to offer interviews to applicants. Some of the most well-regarded law schools invite all students to interview, other institutions send invitations depending on the limited number of interview slots, and some invite only the top candidates. Law school interviews are an added component to provide the admissions committee with more context on who you are, how you’ve pursued your commitments, and how you’d fit into the school. (Paramita, 2019) These interviews may be conducted in-person, online, or over the phone. In order to prepare for your interview here are some topics law schools might cover.
Topics covered during a law school interview
Law schools want to learn more about your personality and confidence. Some questions will relate to your career choice and school, others to your personality and attitude to certain situations during your studies, or once you practice law.
Resume and college transcript
The interviewer will ask about your undergraduate experience and past job opportunities you have listed on your resume. Take some time to think about those experiences and how they make you a top applicant for that particular institution. Make sure to bring a physical copy of your resume in a professional folder so that the interviewer can read over your resume.
Knowledge about the law school
Before your interview, research as much as you can about the law school. Look at their history, mission statement, the university’s value, academic groups, and social media accounts. The interviewers might want to know why you want to attend and how you are a right fit for the school.
Personal questions
The interviewer will most likely start off by asking you to tell them more about yourself. The most common questions are, “why do you want to become a lawyer?” “What are the areas of law that interest you the most?” and “What do you see yourself doing in law in 10-15 years from now?” During your preparation, make sure to practice answering the most common questions. Be ready to answer questions that cover your background and law interests.
Check out this pdf to learn more about the potential questions they might ask.
I recommended checking out Indeed’s How to Prepare for an Interview to read more about the interview strategies that might help you through the admission process.
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Reference
Law, H. U. C. (2018, March 31). UC HASTINGS VALENTINES OF THE LAW – UC hastings law. Medium. https://medium.com/@UCHastingsLaw/uc-hastings-valentines-of-the-law-41f97470817a
Paramita, P. (2019, November 26). Law school interviews guide: Everything you need to know. InGenius Prep. https://ingeniusprep.com/blog/law-school-interviews/