1. What do you like about your present job as Real Estate Lawyer?
This is a straightforward question. All you have to do is make sure that your 'likes' correspond to the skills required for the job on offer. Be enthusiastic; describe your job as interesting and diverse but do not overdo it - after all, you are looking to leave.
2. What do you dislike about your present job as Real Estate Lawyer?
Be cautious with this answer. Do not be too specific as you may draw attention to weaknesses that will leave you open to further problems. One approach is to choose a characteristic of your present company, such as its size or slow decision-making processes etc. Give your answer with the air of someone who takes problems and frustrations in your stride as part of the job.
3. Why have you applied for this particular job as Real Estate Lawyer?
The employer is looking for evidence that the job suits you, fits in with your general aptitudes, coincides with your long-term goals and involves doing things you enjoy. Make sure you have a good understanding of the role and the organisation, and describe the attributes of the organisation that interest you most.
4. Please tell me what have your achievements been to date?
Select an achievement that is work-related and fairly recent. Identify the skills you used in the achievement and quantify the benefit it had to the company. For example, 'my greatest achievement has been to design and implement a new sales ledger system, bringing it in ahead of time and improving our debtors' position significantly, saving the company £50,000 a month in interest'.
5. Tell me how will you bill me?
Knowing the fee schedule for your attorney can help to avoid unpleasant surprises later. Most attorneys work on an hourly basis, meaning they will charge you a certain amount for every hour they spend working on your case. Standard hourly fees range from $150 to $200, he says.
6. Tell me how Old Is Your Practice?
Becoming a lawyer requires a lot of schooling and the ability to pass the bar exam, so all practicing attorneys should be qualified to handle your case, right? Not necessarily. Unless you ask how long they've been practicing real estate law, how will you be able to tell whether or not they're a seasoned veteran or fresh out of law school? Keep in mind that not all legal services require 20 years of experience, but it's always good to know what you're working with.
7. Tell me how would you handle my case?
If an attorney doesn't know what he's talking about, you'll get an ambiguous answer like, ‘Oh, I'll take care of it, don't worry about it. “(What he's saying is) ambiguous because the attorney doesn't know what he's going to do. He'll have to go research it.
8. What is your greatest weakness as Real Estate Lawyer?
Do not say you have none - this will lead to further problems. You have two options - use a professed weakness such as a lack of experience (not ability) on your part in an area that is not vital for the job. The second option is to describe a personal or professional weakness that could also be considered to be a strength and the steps you have taken to combat it. An example would be: "I know my team think I'm too demanding at times - I tend to drive them pretty hard but I'm getting much better at using the carrot and not the stick".
9. Tell me how many cases like mine have you handled?
Not all real estate matters are created equal. Ask if the attorney has dealt with transactions similar to yours. If he has, he will be better able to foresee potential problems and head them off
10. Tell me who is your ideal client? How many new clients do you take on each year?
By limiting the number of new clients accepted each year, your advisor demonstrates the ability to provide each client with personalized service. By identifying an ideal client profile, both you and your advisor can determine if there is a mutual fit before working together.
