Farrell Inc. interview questions

Unethical and Inappropriate Interview Experience I recently interviewed for a Candidate Attorney position at Farrells Inc. in Durban, and I was deeply disappointed by the unprofessional and inappropriate nature of the interview. Instead of focusing on my legal knowledge and skills, the interviewers asked highly personal and politically charged questions, including my views on abortion, the death penalty, the conflict in Gaza, and whether women should be allowed to wear a burqas in Paris where it is illegal. One interviewer incorrectly dismissed my statement regarding former U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policies and condescendingly told me to "do my research." However, actual legislative evidence contradicts his claim, demonstrating a clear lack of professionalism and respect in the hiring process. South African employment laws (Employment Equity Act, 1998, as amended in 2022) prohibit discrimination based on religion, belief, and political opinion, yet the interviewers probed personal views that have no relevance to the role. Additionally, the Code of Good Practice on Employment Equity states that interviewers should maintain a professional and respectful approach, which was not the case here. If these types of intrusive and irrelevant questions are standard practice at Farrells Inc., they should provide a formal explanation as to how they are necessary for the role. Otherwise, they risk fostering a biased and exclusionary workplace culture. I would caution any prospective employees to consider whether this is the type of firm they want to work for.