I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Dechert (London, England) in Nov 2023
Interview
Pre-recorded video interview after the application stage. This is in addition to a online written assessment. The video interview included 30 seconds to prepare and 1 minute 30 seconds to answer
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. Name a competitor and how Dechert differentiates. 2. How commercial solicitors add value to clients. 3. Commercial awareness question.
I applied online. I interviewed at Dechert in Nov 2025
Interview
1. Written task online. You need to pass this first then progress to final interview. 2. Interview Straight forward interview. Split between case study and motivational. The interview was very conversational.
In-person interview at the London office with one partner and associate. Very friendly and welcoming. Tour with a trainee at the end. Started with motivational questions, then one scenario question and then commercial case study.
