Mayer Brown Interview Questions
& Process
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and how the experience turned out.
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Mayer Brown.
Mayer Brown
Associate
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
It started with a screening with two attorneys, then there was a multi-hour rotation where I interviewed with one or two attorneys in each block. The interviews felt pretty conversational and were as much about them describing the firm to me as they were about them asking me questions.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What practice areas of law interest you?
Mayer Brown
Legal Practice Assistant
Entry Easy Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
Super straightforward interview conducted on-site for a Hybrid role. I tried to keep it professional, but the LPA interviewing was very unprofessional and rude. The LPA and the secretarial manager interviewing me were very hostile from the very beginning and made it clear that they were only interviewing me because the Director of Administration had been impressed with my resume and interview. From the very beginning the LPA treated me with contempt (due to my prior diverse legal experience) even going as far as asking me "if I had proper childcare" because they may need me to stay after hours - which is not only inappropriate, but legally questionable due to its discriminatory nature under employment laws. I'm pretty sure that question was not HR-approved. Extremely shady, condescending, and uncomfortable on-site interview experience that I withdrew my candidacy. If this is how they treat the interviewees, imagine how they treat employees!
Confirmed questions5 questions
- Is it okay if the partner doesn't always communicate with you about work they send your way?
- Are you alright with working for a partner who dislikes small talk and doesn't want to discuss your personal life?
- Do you have childcare available in case we require you to work beyond regular hours?
Mayer Brown
Financial Analyst
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process included a 30-minute chat with the assistant manager, followed by another 30 minutes with the line manager. I also spoke with a partner and some peers for 30 minutes each. It wasn't too tough. The line manager was pretty laid-back and mostly asked about my past experience, with a strong focus on whether I'd be a good culture fit and if I was looking for job stability. They ended up hiring someone with 10 years of experience from their last role.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Could you explain how law firms structure their pricing?
Mayer Brown
Summer Vacation Scheme
Intern Easy Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Panel Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Other
The whole process from applying to finding out the result took about a month. The interview was about 15-20 minutes long. I thought I'd have to do a written test, but that didn't happen for me. I spoke with two partners and someone from HR. Everyone was super nice and it was a really relaxed vibe. They didn't really ask direct questions, it felt more like a conversation. They asked about my hobbies from the application and wanted to know more about me personally.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- How have you managed during the pandemic?
- What's your motivation for pursuing law?
- Could you elaborate on your personal interests?
Mayer Brown Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Mayer Brown interview reports.
“Who do you consider the most influential person of the 20th or 21st century?”
Read reports →“Who is a figure in the legal field that you find inspiring?”
Read reports →“What is the significance of acquiring additional knowledge within the legal field?”
Read reports →“Could you explain the distinction between being confident and being arrogant?”
Read reports →“Could you read out a news article in PTH?”
Read report →“If you had the power to alter one law, which would it be and why?”
Read report →“Is it okay if the partner doesn't always communicate with you about work they send your way?”
Read report →“In what ways would your advice to attorneys in a large firm differ from your advice to attorneys in a smaller firm?”
Read report →“Tell me about a recent news story you encountered that you didn't agree with.”
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