Paralegal Test

When looking to fill a paralegal position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A paralegal skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a paralegal skills test?

    A paralegal has an important role within a law firm, which includes a range of tasks such as researching, interviewing and organizing.

    Paralegals work closely with solicitors to ensure the crucial work for legal cases is completed before attending a court case. The strongest paralegals have a range of skills, which can be determined via the paralegal skills test.

    By using the skills test it is possible to identify which candidates have the skills needed to be a paralegal. The questions are made up of appropriate situations for the role with four multiple-choice answers.

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  1. What is a paralegal skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the paralegal skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures paralegal skills
  4. Paralegal Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the paralegal skills test for pre-screening?

    A paralegal often has a wide variety of tasks, spread around the law profession. There are a vast amount of skills a paralegal needs including logical thinking, verbal reasoning and [communication]. It would also be beneficial to have a good level of computer skills.

    In addition to the skills above, a paralegal works in a team and must also have a wide amount of soft skills. A paralegal spends a lot of time talking to clients and interviewing different people where soft skills would be essential. These could include teamwork, decision making and adaptability.

    Using the test during the hiring process eliminates all unconscious bias as personal information such as education status, gender and age are withheld. It is also a cost-efficient way of finding a small group of candidates who would be ideal for the role.

    The paralegal skills test could be used for any job in the legal field including a lawyer, solicitor, mediator or judge. Any job which requires a range of tasks such as researching, writing, organizing and interviewing could use this test.

    The paralegal skills test can also be used if you’re looking to hire a:

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How our test measures paralegal skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a paralegal were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our paralegal test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

Although the paralegal skills test has been designed specifically for the hiring of paralegals, you could also use it if you were looking to recruit any of the following roles:

  • Solicitor
  • Legal researchers
  • Lawyer
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  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Paralegal Test FAQs

What should I look for when hiring a paralegal?

When hiring a paralegal an employer should focus on a wide range of skills that will be beneficial to the role. These skills include problem solving, communication and software skills such as Microsoft Word. These skills can be identified by using the paralegal test.

Can I use this test to evaluate software skills?

You can definitely use this test to evaluate software skills. A paralegal must have sufficient software skills, so this test includes testing a wide range of software such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Cloud and more!

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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