Coronavirus – Business Advice
Terry Jones remains committed to providing the best possible service to our corporate clients.
The speed at which the virus has taken hold of the UK has left many business owners and organisations in limbo. Decisions on how to apply for government schemes and how to select staff for furlough have put additional pressure on management teams and directors.
Terry Jones can offer a range of services to businesses affected by the Coronavirus.
- Employment Law support – avoiding legal pitfalls
- Wills, Trust and Probate – how we will continue to provide our service
- Landlord and Tenant – updates on notices and the Coronavirus act
This is a challenging time for all businesses, but we are here to provide legal advice to ensure that organisations are protected moving forward.
Contact us today or browse our latest blogs for more information.
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