► Can you describe a typical assignment?

► Can you describe a typical day in the life of a paralegal in this position?

► Does the position have a full pipeline of work?

► How many attorneys and paralegals will I work with?

► Why is this position open?

► How many paralegals have held this position in the past 5 years?

► What are the computer skills required for this position?

► If the senior partners retire, does the firm continue on?

► What do you expect this paralegal to accomplish?

► Will I cross-train in other practice areas of the firm?

► What access do paralegals have to word processing?

► What access do paralegals have to the law library?

► How long has this position been open?

► What are the precise characteristics to be a successful candidate?

► What is the skill level required for this position?

► What software packages will I be expected to know?

► Does the firm/corporation have a structured paralegal program?

► What is the hiring process?

► Would you like a writing sample?

► Does the firm have a training program for entry-level paralegals?

► Is the relationship between managing partners and paralegals favorable?

► What are the most important duties in this position?

► What causes a paralegal to fail in this position?

► How is my performance evaluated?

► What opportunities are there for advancement?

► I have some interests outside work. Will I be able to pursue these after hours?

► Do you have any other questions regarding my qualifications for this position?

► Since I will be working with (five) attorneys, is there a formalized policy for prioritizing the work?

► Will I have client contact?

► What are the most important goals of this position?

► When will you make a hiring decision?

► Does the paralegal in this position have an office?