I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Cooley (San Francisco, CA) in Mar 2021
Interview
Was recommended to the internal recruiter by a colleague who is currently employed by the firm. I never formally applied, but they sent a rejection email anyway. The application process was very unclear.
Focused on standard behavioral and fit questions, including why I am interested in the firm and my long-term career goals. The interviewer also explored my ties to San Francisco, asking how my background and personal circumstances support my interest in relocating and building my career there.
Very laid back. Easy interview overall. Partners did not even ask hard questions and they were mostly talking about their own experiences. As long as you have OK credential, you will get an offer.
With partner, through job fair, average process, ask questions, respond but their practice is not the one I like the most, so there is a match problem. I don't feel like the partner is very interested in me.