Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner Legal Intern Interview Questions
& Process
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner.
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner
Trainee Solicitor
Entry Difficult Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Group Presentation
Interview formats
Group Presentation Behavioral
This was my first ever assessment centre and I found it a bit confusing at the time. But having done more assessment centres since, I'd say it's about the same difficulty as others. There’s a timed task which is tricky if you don't know much about assessment centres. The interviewers were really friendly and personable though, which helped me feel more confident during the interview stages.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Why are you interested in law? Why BCLP specifically?
- Can you explain the differences between transactional and contentious legal work?
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner
Trainee Solicitor
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Group Technical screen Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Case Presentation Group
It started with a standard application plus an online test. Then came the assessment centre which included a group negotiation exercise, a markup exercise where you fix the mistakes in an email, and a case study interview with a presentation. For the case study, you pick an investment opportunity and explain why it's the best. For the case study, use the subheadings they give you and keep it really straightforward and simple. No visual aids are allowed for the case study presentation, so make sure to speak clearly and follow a logical structure.
Confirmed questions5 questions
- Could you tell us your motivations for pursuing a career in law?
- What draws you specifically to BCLP?
- In what ways do you feel your values and working style align with the firm's culture?
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner
Trainee Solicitor
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Case
I applied online for the vacation scheme and was successful after attending an assessment centre. I then had a final interview for the training contract at the end of the vacation scheme. While the interview process itself was positive, the feedback provided was unhelpful and detracted from the overall experience. Unfortunately, the firm had already filled all the training positions for my intake year, and only offered places to 2 out of the 20 candidates on the next intake.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What do you see as the pros and cons of our firm's international strategy?
- Can you name some other law firms you've applied to?
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner Legal Intern Interview Questions
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“Would a legal principle help or hurt a client?”
Read reports →“Could you explain the typical duties of a trainee solicitor?”
Read reports →“What strategies could BCLP implement to enhance its competitiveness?”
Read reports →“Can you explain the differences between transactional and contentious legal work?”
Read reports →“Can you explain basic legal concepts?”
Read report →“What do you see as the pros and cons of our firm's international strategy?”
Read report →“What skills and attributes do you need as a successful legal apprentice?”
Read report →“Tell me why you want to become a commercial lawyer in the City.”
Read report →“What motivated your decision to pursue a career in law?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
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