Good afternoon! I have an interview at a small firm. Im very nervous considering my previous one was at a bigger firm, 30+ attorneys scattered within 3 states. Didn't get the job. I'm trying to figure out specifics of previous interviews and why I'm tanking. Please advise! Lol

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

It could be several things. Either another candidate edged you out, or the interview itself isn’t doing you justice. I know I have had to do a lot of work on my interview skills. I know to follow the same formula of researching the company, knowing the job description, and practicing general questions with scenarios I’ve been through.

like

For this particular job, I knew it was a big step from a small firm (3 attys) to a larger one. I did know of a couple attys as opposing counsel on several cases. I was told by a close friend to stick to the questions, answer what's asked, no overboard with personal info/life. This one did bring up personal matters. Asked about certain circumstances. I have a feeling that its due to them thinking I wouldn't be able to hear them. I am HoH, I did tell them that I am in process of getting new hearing aid AND had a sinus/ear infection. Which impedes my hearing. I did have to ask 2x for one to repeat the question. He was quiet anyway. Interview went great otherwise. I believe I was edged out by someone with more experience. I hope lol

Related Posts

If I get fired while on OPT without getting my H1-B stamped, is it useless or can it be used in future for some other job?

like

Cyber managers in Ontario, could you please help me with approx salary ranges?

like

Any advice for moving from being a lawyer to secondary advisory or private fund groups that combine this with placement/fundraising?

like

I am having final rounds with consulting firms and corp strategy soon and I am looking to do a couple of cases with experienced caser (25+) in the next couple of days. Anyone wants to practice?

like

Starting at Deloitte NYC on 3/1, still havent received my DStart email. How long before the start date am I supposed to get DStart email?

like

Who else feels like we could have had an Iowa caucus spreadsheet done by now? 🙋‍♂️

likefunny

How is the United States Delivery center? They are recruiting me for that. Good or bad? anything to be aware of?

like

Would you trade Davante Adams for Sammy Watkins?

Hello. i’m lookign for referral for Airbnb. Can anyone help me out please

like

In house interview- I am going to hopefully the final round of interview to meet the whole legal team. I was asked about my availability, and it will take 5 hours if in one day. Should I split to multiple days? Will it cause any issues? Anyone on both sides can speak from their experience? Thanks!

like
like

Any one can help to get to know niche technologies and list them here in Accenture?

What arr the benefits given to whom is working on this niche technologies?

Anyone still play Pokémon Go?

like

A question to my unmarried friends
What is stopping you from falling in love with a girl and marrying out of own choice
You are independent,earn well so what is the roadblock?

like

Looking for referral in instacart and Safeway. Will appreciate any help from fish fam!!

likefunny

At MBB, level for level, do implementation practitioners make the same as generalists?

like

Hello,

Does DI only cater to Indian Clients? Or they have projects from other countries too?
Except the US ones
I know USI caters to US clients

like

Hi Fishes,
My total experience is 5 in QA, I attended Deloitte interview. First round was technical and it went quite well, they asked lot of theory questions. I answered few and quite I was not sure of answers. She gave feedback like my communication and confidence level is good and project wise I'm having good knowledge and coming to concept wise it's not upto the mark for experience. So my query is will they call me for next round?I really wanna get selected since Deloitte is mydream company

like

What is the impact of recession on TW?

like

Additional Posts in Paralegals

Hi everyone. Is it typical for the attorney to take credit for the work a paralegal does? An example: I gave some ideas about deposition questions and some observations I made (I was asked about giving suggestions) regarding a witness and the attorney mentioned that he’s the one that had these great questions/observations. Zero credit or thank you for the work I did.

like

I have my first case review I am kind of nervous about it, wish me luck. I am not scared, I am just nervous about it.

like

I’ve been a paralegal for about 30 years in private law firmS. As I get older, I feel like it’s time for a semi-career change. Either an office manager position or perhaps a corporate position where I can travel a little since my kids are grown and I’m an empty-nester. Has anyone made this type of transition? Advise welcome. TIA

like

Do small law firms have paralegal managers?

like

Anyone work for Morgan Lewis Bockius? Specifically in Boston ?

like

Has anyone felt guilty when there is a slow day? What is the least billable hour you had in a day?

like

When you walk in Friday morning to a dumpster fire of a file (that you’ve never worked on before) sitting on your desk, with no note or email to go with it. It’s as if I’m supposed to magically divine what to do with it. 🤦🏼‍♀️

like

I did it! I got an in-house Paralegal position after years of working and being burned out at different law firms. I was going to leave the legal field all together because I was so burned out and depressed, but I decided to give the field one more chance if I was able to go in-house. Prayerfully, this transition will be a good one.

like

Any paralegals here working at Nesenoff & Miltenberg LLP in Manhattan? How’s the culture, pay, and work and life balance?

like

Has anyone spent years working in one state and offered a remote position for another state? Was it hard to adjust to the new state's rules?

like

Paralegals: My firm is looking for a paralegal, and I see the job posting advertising the salary as $65-$75k, with benefits. Is this a good salary for a paralegal (Greater LA area)? I’m not the decision maker, but it’s been a few weeks with very few applicants. I’m curious if there’s something hurting the firm in its search.

I’m getting messages from recruiters for Sr. Corporate Paralegal roles but all of my experience is in litigation. I have 6 years experience as a paralegal. Should I move forward with this? Not sure if I’m qualified.

like

I am preparing for my first trial! Very nervous but excited. All tips and suggestions welcomed please!

like

Corporate and IP paralegals what do you do on a daily basis and why do you think it’s so hard to break into these fields?

like

Hey, does anyone work for Jacobowitz Newman Tversky? Would love to know more about the office and culture .

Hi all! I recently made a change from HR to legal. I am now a paralegal II - Immigration specialist making 65-70k hourly base for a fortune 100 company. My office is situated in Missouri. Was this a good offer?

like

My boss (atty) is so disorganized! I’ve been with him 6 months and he’s having a hard time delegating, sharing info and managing deadlines. I’ve organized the caseload to manage the deadlines. He says he wants me to help with discovery but when I offer to start on one, he says he needs to do it. (Since he might have to present as evidence) When I give him deadlines and ask for the docs he says he’ll get to it. It’s a small 1 man firm, and I’m the first assistant besides his wife. Any advice?

like

Any paralegals ever switch to a legal tech company? How did you like it?

like

What is the average paralegal salary in NC for a commercial real estate law office? I’ve been with a great firm for the last 9 years but am starting to wonder if I’m being compensated fairly. The company is about 30 employees (mostly attorneys) but I work primary for 4 of the attorneys.

like

BONUS. What’s amount bonus do you get, and how often? Including bonus structure (ex for meeting billable hours), firm/boss randomly bonuses you, Christmas bonus, etc)

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal