Sheppard Mullin Associate Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 13 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Sheppard Mullin.
Sheppard Mullin
Associate
Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview process was okay, but communication was really bad. They kept saying they liked me and wanted to hire me, but they were slow to respond. By the time I got an offer, I had already accepted another job.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What practice areas in law interest you?
Sheppard Mullin
Associate
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview process was very straightforward with no trick questions. The interviewers were kind and professional. Expect a Zoom interview first, and then it progresses from there. The process was quick, and you won't feel like you're being strung along. The recruitment team is also very proactive.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share an instance of a recent failure and describe how you addressed it?
Sheppard Mullin
Summer Associate
Intern Easy Neutral experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview was about 30 minutes long. I got to ask some questions, and then they asked me some questions. The interview went okay, but they mentioned they only hire summer associates in practice areas where they have a need. So, if I expressed interest in an area they don't need help with, they wouldn't hire me because they "don't want to waste our time." This struck me as odd because most firms encourage summer associates to explore different areas before committing.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What are your thoughts on diversity?
Sheppard Mullin Associate Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Sheppard Mullin interview reports.
“Why did you decide to attend law school?”
Read reports →“What makes you interested in law?”
Read reports →“What practice areas in law interest you?”
Read reports →“Can you describe what is expected of a summer associate?”
Read reports →“Why did you choose _____ School?”
Read report →“Do you have any geographical preferences for location?”
Read report →“What is your interest in Sheppard Mullin?”
Read report →“What are your thoughts on diversity?”
Read report →“Which class did you enjoy the most and why?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 13 Sheppard Mullin interview reports.