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Legal Assistant Mock Interview

To help you prepare for a Legal Assistant interview, here are 30 questions and answer examples.

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Question 19 of 30

Which areas of law are you most interested in?

This is a simple question to weed out any candidates who have an interest in Law outside of what the law firm specializes in. Also, be sure to re-read the job description and know exactly which attorney or attorneys you will be serving under. Find out what Law these attorneys specialize in. If you need help locating this information, a simple search on the firm's website or a LinkedIn page should tell you.

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How to Answer: Which areas of law are you most interested in?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Legal Assistants job interview.

  • 19. Which areas of law are you most interested in?

      How to Answer

      This is a simple question to weed out any candidates who have an interest in Law outside of what the law firm specializes in. Also, be sure to re-read the job description and know exactly which attorney or attorneys you will be serving under. Find out what Law these attorneys specialize in. If you need help locating this information, a simple search on the firm's website or a LinkedIn page should tell you.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on July 21st, 2020

      Answer Example

      "I have always been most interested in Family Law because of the variety between each case. I understand that a lot of what your firm does, is in Family Law?"

      Written by Rachelle Enns on July 21st, 2020

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      Anonymous Answer

      "I am interested in any kind of law that focuses on human rights. I have always been dedicated to being educated on all kinds of humanitarian, social, and cultural issues, so that pairs well with my love for and interest in law. I would also say that I am highly interested in criminal law because of all of the other kinds of issues that intersect with that area of law in general."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      Great response, and very thorough.