Be a genuine nice person - everyone can be taught legal skills, you can't be taught how to be a nice person.
Graduate, Perth - 10 Nov 2023
Think a bit about why you want to work at HSF specifically, it can be hard to distinguish between the top firms in Melbourne, but it shows you've really considered things and done your research if you can point of distinctions which appeal to you. Other than that, just be familiar with your CV and be ready to talk about it.
Graduate, Melbourne - 10 Nov 2023
Have a good understanding about the work that the firm does (not just the deals from a high level, but on a finer detail how it suits your interests - e.g. research, drafting, negotiation) - and why commercial law interests you.
Graduate, Perth - 10 Nov 2023
Lean in to what makes you stand out in your cover letter.
Other (Please specify) - Just finished graduate program, Sydney - 10 Nov 2023
Try to understand what the firm is about and think about if you genuinely see yourself doing the work. If that is you, just be yourself.
Graduate, Melbourne - 10 Nov 2023
be yourself and be confident in your ability to manage relationships. I am originally from the Pilbara region of WA so I am a country kid. I knew my upbringing is different to many of my peers so I used my life experiences to become my strength.
Graduate, Perth - 08 Nov 2023
Be yourself. There is no point convincing the firm to hire someone you are not, because you are not that person. Prepare by practicing talking about yourself and be willing to explore your resume. Also, don't worry about not knowing anything, we didn't know much either.
Graduate, Perth - 08 Nov 2023
Research your interviewing partner. It helps stimulate conversation and it shows that you care.
Prepare your applications thoroughly and early. They take longer than you think.
Other (Please specify) - Solicitor. Finished the graduate program about a month ago., Sydney - 07 Nov 2023
Just to be their authentic self during the interview.
Graduate, Perth - 07 Nov 2023