How do I express to a partner my frustration with a Director’s lack of planning and communication? We have returns due back to the client by Friday and they have yet to review anything.

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Yeah don't do it. Even if you are correct, the partner very likely holds the director in higher regard than you.

Very likely you are wrong and don't understand other factors or priorities. It may have been #1 on your list, but could be #15 on their list.

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What rank are you?

Have you sent them a quick ping? You could say you’re trying to plan your week and was wondering what day you need to plan on clearing review notes. I assume you have other engagements going on and so you’re trying to prioritize as well. As it’s just you and a director on the engagement I’m thinking this is probably small and very low on the Director’s priority list.

Keep following up with the director and make sure it’s documented. Not on you if you don’t meet client’s deadline.

It's not on you to deliver, don't go above the director's head

You don’t. Take it up with the director. Call them and express your frustration with them.

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