Can I give notice through email? Or does it have to be done in person.

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I did but I had lost respect for the partnership at that point, so that was my rationale for not picking up the phone (4th year, NYC BigLaw)

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I don’t think it needs to be done in person (especially now), but I think phone is preferable to email. I’d use email as a last resort.

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Yeah, I say something like “hi John, I’m calling to discuss something a little important with you, please give me a call.”

Email is fine

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Ah. In that case, a courtesy heads up call is in order.

If they’re just not easily accessible, but you’re close or have some level of respect for them, at the very least call them over the phone.

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Also wondering. The chairs of my department haven't really been in the office.

Honestly, I think it depends on the firm. If your bosses aren’t around that much and you’re not that close with them, I don’t see anything wrong with doing it by email. If you’re at a smaller firm, or you’re close with your bosses, that’s something you need to do in person.

If it’s the type of firm that constantly says “we’re a family!” [🙄] then for sure do it in person.

Do it in person. More professional.

I did it by zoom. But in person is probably better of you can.

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