Focus on any blogs or publications you subscribe to, podcasts you listen to, classes you have taken, or conferences you have attended in the past year that have improved you professionally. The interviewer wants to hear that you have goals for professional growth.

Avoid saying you have done nothing in the past year to grow professionally. Be sure to mention at least one or two things at the minimum that you have done in the past year that show the interviewer you value professional growth. Even if you read law books to understand the terminology better or have read a leadership book to enhance your leadership skills, those are ways that you are trying to improve yourself in this field.

"In the past year, I attended a three-day summer conference sponsored by the Administrative Office of the Courts. I learned about new legislation, case law, and technology updates. It was a very informative conference, and I am signed up to attend next year. I also joined Toastmasters International to enhance my public speaking and leadership skills."

"In the past year, I completed my bachelor's training and received my degree in Political Science. I also listen to a podcast called 'Legal Talk Network' to learn about changes in the law, litigation practices, and updates in legislation."

"I am a member of the National Conference of Appellate Court Clerks, and I attended their annual meeting last summer. It was a six-day conference covering updates in technology, leadership, cybersecurity, ethics, and management skills. I also completed training to become a certified expert in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint."