Interviewing For Your First Legal Role: Recruiters Insights

This practical session is designed to help law students successfully transition from university into the legal profession. Lisa Gray and Ben Holloway from Tyler Wren share valuable recruiter insights on how to navigate your first professional interviews, whether you are pursuing opportunities in private practice, in-house legal teams, government agencies, or alternative legal careers. The session explores how to prepare effectively for different types of employers, from researching a law firm's practice areas and culture to understanding the commercial challenges facing an in-house legal team. Attendees will also gain practical guidance on professional presentation, building confidence in interviews, and asking thoughtful questions to assess whether a role aligns with their career goals. Key topics include: • Identifying your career "why" and assessing whether a role aligns with your long term goals. • Building an effective research dossier on law firms, in-house legal teams, and government agencies. • Professional presentation standards for 2026, including dress expectations, body language, and managing interview nerves. • Strategic questions to ask employers about mentorship, culture, career progression, and day to day responsibilities. • Following up after interviews and developing a growth mindset when dealing with rejection. • Evaluating job offers, including salary, billable hour expectations, and the realities of remote and hybrid working arrangements for junior lawyers. • Showcasing transferable skills gained through previous employment, extracurricular activities, and volunteer experience. • Practical techniques for improving interview performance, including self recording and structured practice methods. This webinar is presented by Tyler Wren in partnership with The College of Law. For additional career resources and support, visit www.tylerwren.co.nz #TylerWrenLegal #TylerWrenLegalSupport #TylerWrenLawyers