Winston & Strawn Associate Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 16 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Winston & Strawn.
Winston & Strawn
Summer Associate
Intern Easy Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
It was a 20 minute screener via Zoom, two attorneys at the same time, standard questions (why W&S, why this practice group, hobbies, how you like law school, etc). Through on campus interview process.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What classes are you taking?
Winston & Strawn
Summer Associate
Intern Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview process was pretty standard with behavioral questions. It felt relaxed and like a good chat. It wasn't as intense as I expected. Think of it as a chance to learn and see if you like working there.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you want to work in Corporate Law?
Winston & Strawn
Summer Associate
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
The interview process was very straightforward and accommodating. They offered to pay for my travel to the interview and even to put me in a hotel if need be. The interview was fast-paced, but in the short time spent with everyone, I do feel like I had their full attention and interest. It did seem that some interviewers did not review my application materials prior. But overall no complaints.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Outside of the standard 'tell us about yourself,' have an elevator pitch ready that focuses on why they should hire you.
Winston & Strawn Associate Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Winston & Strawn interview reports.
“Of all your first-year law classes, which is your favorite?”
Read reports →“What book are you currently reading and what are your thoughts on it?”
Read reports →“What classes are you taking?”
Read reports →“What makes you interested in this specific city?”
Read reports →“How would your friends describe you?”
Read report →“Why do you want to be at Winston & Strawn?”
Read report →“What makes you want to join Winston?”
Read report →“What are your hobbies or what do you like to do in your free time?”
Read report →“What makes you want to work in Corporate Law?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 16 Winston & Strawn interview reports.