Free Law Firm Interview Note Template

Law Firm Interview Note

Candidate Information:

Name: [Candidate's Name]

Contact Details: [Candidate's Number and Email]

Date of Interview: [Date]

Position Applied For: [Position Title]

Referral Source (if any): [Referral Source]

Education Background:

  1. Bachelor's Degree:

    • Institution: University of Riverside

    • Major/Minor: Political Science

    • GPA: 3.8

  2. Law Degree:

    • Institution: Riverside Law School

    • Juris Doctor (JD) or Equivalent: Yes

    • GPA (if applicable): 3.7

Work Experience:

  1. Previous Positions:

    • Legal Intern, Sterling & Associates Law Firm, Summer 2023

    • Law Clerk, Riverside Legal Services, 2022-2023

    • Paralegal, Lakeside Law Office, 2021-2022

  2. Internships/Clerkships:

    • Legal Intern, Riverside Legal Aid Society, Summer 2022

    • Law Clerk, Riverside County District Attorney's Office, Fall 2021

Legal Skills and Expertise:

  1. Areas of Law Practiced:

    • Criminal Law

    • Civil Litigation

    • Family Law

  2. Specializations (if any):

    • Trial Advocacy

    • Alternative Dispute Resolution

Legal Qualifications:

  1. Bar Admissions:

    • State Bar of California, 2024

  2. Certifications:

    • Mediation Certification, Riverside Mediation Institute, 2023

  3. Memberships:

    • American Bar Association, 2023

    • California Lawyers Association, 2024

Skills Assessment:

Skills Assessment

Assessment

Rating

Writing and Research

Quality of Writing

Good

Abilities

Research Skills

Strong

Communication Skills

Articulation

Effective

Persuasiveness

Strong

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Thinking

Excellent

Creative Solutions

Strong


Motivation and Fit:

Motivation and Fit

Aspect

Assessment

Interest in Position and Firm

Reasons for Applying

Enthusiastic

Alignment with Firm's Culture and Values

Some Alignment

Knowledge of Firm

Familiarity with Practice Areas

Moderate

Understanding of Firm's Clientele

Basic

Questions Asked by Candidate:

  • What opportunities are there for professional development within the firm?

  • Can you describe a typical case I might work on as an associate attorney?

Overall Impressions and Recommendations:

Aspect

Assessment

Fit for Position

Strong Fit

Areas for Improvement: None significant observed

Fit for Firm

Strong Fit

Cultural Fit: Good

Recommendations

Hire: Yes

Further Consideration: No

Additional Comments:

Jane demonstrated strong legal skills, enthusiasm for the position, and a good understanding of the firm's practice areas. She would be a valuable addition to our team.

Note: This document serves as a confidential record of the interview process and should be handled accordingly.

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