How can a Fresher Excel in Interviews Even Without Knowing an Answer

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For freshers in law profession, interviews can be overwhelming and stressful, in case they do not know the answer to a question. The interviewers do not expect freshers to have complete legal knowledge. What matters more is how they handle challenging moments with honesty, confidence and willingness to learn.

If a fresher does not know an answer, the best approach is to acknowledge it. He can respond by saying that he is not familiar with that yet but he would like to learn more about it. This response shows maturity, honesty and professionalism which is much better than guessing or bluffing.

Freshers can still demonstrate value by reasoning through the question logically or relating it to similar concepts they do understand. This displays analytical thinking, which is often more important than recalling exact provisions.

Redirecting the conversation to strengths—such as internships, coursework, or projects—also helps maintain confidence. Moreover, showing eagerness to grow and adapt reassures the interviewer that the candidate has long-term potential.

Finally, maintaining calm body language and a composed tone makes a strong impression. In the end, interview success for freshers depends more on attitude, clarity, and mindset than on knowing every answer.

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