Paralegal applicants have rated the interview process at A&O Shearman with 2.5 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 25% positive. To compare, the company-average is 71.1% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Paralegal roles take an average of 5 days to get hired, when considering 4 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at A&O Shearman overall takes an average of 26 days.
Common stages of the interview process at A&O Shearman as a Paralegal according to 4 Glassdoor interviews include:
Group panel interview: 50%
Phone interview: 25%
One on one interview: 25%
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I received a very quick response from the hiring manager to set up an interview less than a week after application. Met with three associates and a current paralegal during the interview (~2 hours), mostly general questions about resume and why I want to work at that firm. Also clarified the role and managed expectations.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at A&O Shearman (Belfast, Northern Ireland) in Dec 2025
Interview
The first interview was formal with two interviewers (one remote and one in-person), question-and-answer style. The second interview was more of an informal discussion about my interest in the firm.
First off, the application process was very stressful. Then you receive and email telling you you have been selected for an interview. However, the interview is very short and went quick.
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at A&O Shearman (London, England) in Nov 2021
Interview
Engaging questions built around you.
Situational based questions - I was asked questions like how I deal with certain situations in the workplace.
Questions regarding how you would feel speaking to senior colleagues.