I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Ropes & Gray in Jan 2013
Interview
It was pretty easy b/c I came in with a recruiter. The process in most law firms is pretty much the same. They ask about your past experience, deals and goals.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Mostly about my 5 year plan and whether or not I wanted to be partner
I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Ropes & Gray (New York, NY)
Interview
One Screener. CB was four 30-minute interviews. Two were partners and two were associates. Got a rejection 4 weeks after CB. I assume I was a second-choice but who knows.
The interviews day is a long day but with friendly people. All very smart, looking for good fit rather than drilling on any subject matter. Be aware that the lunch is part of the interview.
Screener then call back - each interviewer has about 20-30 mins where they ask various skill based and personable questions. It was a very relaxed setting & they really just want to get to know you.