Interviewee’s Nightmare: “Do You Have Any Questions For Me?”

by Greg Blueford
LCS Student Assistant

In the April 2013 edition of ABA’s Student Lawyer, Carla DeVelder explores the do’s and do-not’s of one of the most feared questions that haunts interviewees: "Do You Have Any Questions For Me?” DeVelder explains that interviewees must recognize the question as a critical moment of the interview process and, instead, should take the opportunity to make a positive, lasting impression to finish the interview on a strong note.

While asking a question shows confidence, the interviewee must be prepared with information about the employer and interviewer. By using attorney directories, Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw, LinkedIn and one's own personal network, an interviewee has a vast array of sources to find out the kinds of cases the firm and interviewer have handled and other accessible information that will show the competency and preparedness of the interviewee. Finally, DeVelder analyzes what she considers are "bad questions" and gives a few examples of insightful questions that will demonstrate that interviewee has prepared for the interview. This allows the interviewee a chance to demonstrate that he or she is the best candidate for the position.

You can read this article in its entirety by clicking here. You can also locate the April 2013 edition and the latest editions of ABA’s Student Lawyer Magazine in the LCS Resource Library. For help in preparing for your next job interview, meet with a counselor at LCS.