Cravath Swaine Associate Interview Questions
& Process
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and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Cravath Swaine.
Cravath Swaine
Summer Associate
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
First, I had a quick chat with HR, and then a longer conversation with the Hiring Manager. It was a relaxed, friendly vibe, but they asked some really detailed questions about my time in law school, the classes I took, and how I dealt with certain situations in my past jobs.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Tell me about law school.
- Describe how you handled certain scenarios in your work experience.
Cravath Swaine
Associate
Entry Difficult Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
The initial screener was a brief 15-minute process, mostly focusing on questions about my current summer job. The main interview process spanned a full day, with each interviewer session lasting approximately 45 minutes, though some could run longer. A mandatory part of the process is selecting two practice groups you're interested in, even if you only have a strong preference for one. Then, you're unexpectedly interviewed by someone from your secondary choice group and expected to explain your desire to work there, despite your lack of interest. I think this part of the process needs improvement as it doesn't seem logical.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you discuss your current role?
- What is your motivation for wanting to join Cravath?
Cravath Swaine
Summer Associate
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I went through my school's OCI for this. First, there was a screener that was super chill and conversational. They asked about my past jobs, why I was interested in CSM, and my thoughts on law school. Then came the callback, which was pretty extensive – five interviews in total, each 45 minutes long. Three were with partners and two were with associates. I really liked that I got to ask a bunch of questions (definitely come prepared!) and meet a lot of the team. The associate interviews felt more like casual coffee chats to see if it was a good mutual fit. Nothing too out there, but expect to discuss everything on your resume.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Why did you choose to study law?
- What makes you want to practice law in NYC?
- Could you share your favorite book?
Cravath Swaine Associate Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Cravath Swaine interview reports.
“What were your favorite classes in law school?”
Read reports →“What makes you want to practice law in NYC?”
Read reports →“Could you share your favorite book?”
Read reports →“Tell me about law school.”
Read reports →“Why did you choose to study law?”
Read report →“What is it about Cravath that appeals to you?”
Read report →“What are your plans for the remainder of your law school career?”
Read report →“What is it you are hoping to achieve this summer?”
Read report →“Are you more interested in litigation or corporate law?”
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