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Question 38 of 40 for our Court Clerk Mock Interview

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Question 38 of 40

Explain how you handle jurors in a trial.

As a Court Clerk, you have responsibilities within the courtroom, including working with jurors. The interviewer asks this question to see what experience you have working with jurors and handling them in a trial. Tell the interviewer how you manage juror lists and roll call. Discuss any issues with jurors when directing them on their steps in the process and how you resolved them. Demonstrate your knowledge and experience by talking about a trial in the past.

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  • 38. Explain how you handle jurors in a trial.

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      As a Court Clerk, you have responsibilities within the courtroom, including working with jurors. The interviewer asks this question to see what experience you have working with jurors and handling them in a trial. Tell the interviewer how you manage juror lists and roll call. Discuss any issues with jurors when directing them on their steps in the process and how you resolved them. Demonstrate your knowledge and experience by talking about a trial in the past.

      Written by Krista Wenz on March 2nd, 2022

      Focus Your Answer On

      Focus on the specific ways you have worked with jurors. Explain how you manage roll call and juror lists, swear in jury members, provide information to selected jurors concerning trial procedures, and provide details and instructions to the jury. The more experience you have working with a jury, the better.

      Written by Krista Wenz on March 2nd, 2022

      What to Avoid

      If you do not have experience as a Court Clerk, avoid simply saying you have no experience with a jury. Instead, elaborate on how you would work with a jury and perform your duties with them, based on your education and training.

      Written by Krista Wenz on March 2nd, 2022

      Entry Level Example

      "I would handle jurors in a trial with respect. I would be a helpful member of the team and answer as many questions as possible and as thoroughly as I could."

      Written by Krista Wenz on March 2nd, 2022

      Answer Example

      "I'm quite comfortable in the courtroom. I can keep everyone on track and keep trials from getting off course. I have experience maintaining juror lists, roll call, and swearing in jurors and witnesses in a trial."

      Written by Krista Wenz on March 2nd, 2022

      Experienced Example

      "As a fellow member of the legal team, I respect all members, including jurors. They are there to do a job, so I support and respect them the entire way. I enjoy giving the jurors instructions and information about court proceedings and answering any questions about the trial that I can."

      Written by Krista Wenz on March 2nd, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "When dealing with jurors, I've learned through observing that it's not only important to pick individuals that are suitable for a certain case, but it's also important to make sure that they understand what is going on. It's also important to respectfully stress the importance of their duty."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      Great point re: stressing the importance of their duty. Your answer shows a complete understanding of the expectations that come with being a juror and preparing a juror at the same time.
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