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DWF Interview

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    When was your DWF interview?

    2017

    What was it for?


    Vacation scheme

    Please describe the interview process at DWF.

    The interview is mainly scenario based. Giving you situations you could potentially be in and then describing what you would do. They challenge you on your answers as well. There are some technical questions assessing not only legal knowledge but also the work the firm does itself eg opening a new shopping centre what sectors would be involved and what work you would do. Standard why DWF, what sets them apart from others.

    What advice would you give to future applicants for the DFW interview?

    In scenario questions link it your skills and experiences and where you had to tackle something similar. DWF are huge on their values so make to sure focus on those and how you suit them.
     
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