The interview process consisted of a phone screen followed by an in-office interview with HR and the head of Practice Support. Following this interview, I was called in for another in-office interview to meet with attorneys and the Senior Paralegal that I would be working with.
It was an alright process; two rounds: one was a 15 min phone call and was asked administrative questions. Second was an in-person interview that lasted about 45 mins. was ghosted for 2 weeks after and had to reach out multiple times to get a response.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Kirkland & Ellis
Interview
The process is screening then 2 rounds of interviews.
This recruitment process has been the most poorly communicated experience I've ever encountered, that lacks not only in clarity but also in professionalism. While the position attracts a large pool of applicants, it seems that not all offices are genuinely planning to hire externally. Emails go unanswered, and meaningful communication is virtually nonexistent.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe how do you manage interpersonal conflicts
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Kirkland & Ellis in Feb 2025
Interview
One 20 minute phone screener with a recruiter, then 1-2 formal interviews with attorneys. I was rejected after the screening interview, which is no problem, but was simply ghosted after being explicitly told by the recruiter on the phone that I moved on in the process. Poor communication as the screener was rescheduled the day off and several follow-ups went unanswered.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time when you had to balance many tasks.