I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at LegalSifter in July 2024
Interview
Somewhat drawn out interview process for what is essentially a low, entry-level attorney position. I had significantly more contract review and negotiation experience than the hiring "manager" who initially interviewed me. I then interviewed separately with 2 members of Senior Management and then the CEO. The CEO (a non-practicing attorney) seemed to take offense when I asked about "growth" opportunities for this role. If you review the background of attorneys hired by LegalSifter on LinkedIn you will see that they are essentially attorneys with little to no contract experience and who have never practiced in either a large firm or prominent company. As part of the hiring process you will be asked to review and redline an NDA riddled with errors within 30 minutes. I was told they did this because (surprise!) they had recently hired an attorney with 0 years of contract experience who they had to let go. This is a great place to apply if you have little contract experience, no ambition, and are willing to accept minimal pay. I would have taken a substantial pay cut to work here, but I decided to interview because I thought this company might have great possibilities in the AI Legal industry.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was the greatest fear you experienced during your employment?
The interview process was made up of five separate interviews with team members and leadership. Each interview lasted about 45 minutes. Each interviewer asked questions related to my experience as well as behavioral questions. There was also an emphasis on suitability for a startup culture and environment.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Please describe how X experience is applicable and value to this role and our overall mission.
I had a few zoom interviews with members of the Growth Team and then a personal presentation at the end.
About 30 minutes each call.
And the interviewers were fair.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
to explain how my previous work experience was applicable to this role.