Just the same, I was hired from a school with a mediocre reputation and it has never been an issue. Insiders regularly insist that the firm looks beyond grades during interviews. As noted above, Hogan has grown primarily through lateral hires. As for the hiring process at its headquarters, Hogan conducts an on-campus screening interview, after which the interviewing attorney reports to a recruiting committee. Those that make the cut are invited to the firm for a half-day of interviewing.
Candidates speak with five to six attorneys.
As for questions to expect, don't anticipate a cakewalk. I want to hear about their personal interests, why they are interested in Hogan, and why they are interested in Washington. I want to see how serious they are about staying. Most Hogan attorneys work hard, but somehow don't seem to mind. I have never recorded less than 2,700 hours of time in my three years here.