Hey all, I’m starting a new job soon (in 2 weeks to be exact), but I haven’t been contacted by the firm. Should I be concerned?

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Why would you be concerned? If you are worried that they changed their mind about hiring you, send them an email asking if you need to do anything to prepare for your first day. And relax! Take this time to just relax. Once they onboard you, I’m sure they will keep you busy :)

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I second this.

Hr gets busy and will likely not have a chance to hold your hand through the onboarding process. Feel free to advocate for what you're looking for. Email the HR rep you talked to and als if there is anything you can do to prepare for your start date, list the start date, and otherwise let it progress as scheduled

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No not at all! Don’t stress about that … or anything enjoy your time off and if you have any questions save them for the onboarding process. Assuming this isn’t some insane law firm that just throws your into it …. You won’t get substantive work for the first couple of days.

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Nope. Give it a few more days. You can send them an email regarding your concerns if it really bothers you.

When's the last time you've contacted them?

Early August

Send an e-mail to let them know you're looking forward to your first day & find out what you need to do to prepare. No harm in that.

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