How do you give notice in big law?

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“I’m out, bitches!”

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You meet with your department head or equivalent. Email their secretary or them directly to set up a call. That should tip them off because presumably you don’t often ask for calls without naming the subject of the call. Then on the call you tell them you’ve enjoyed your time at the firm, but you’re moving to a new opportunity. Then call the people you know/like to let them know you’re leaving before they hear it from others.

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Call partners first and email (if you want to)

LOL I wish

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