Here at Devonshires, we continue to follow Government advice. We have partially re-opened our offices but continue to operate remotely during this time.

Our teams in London, Leeds, and Colchester are working hard to deliver our usual high levels of service.

Our staff remain well, we’ve had very few incidences of illness reported since the outbreak.

Like many businesses, we’ve had to look at our operations. Fortunately, we do so from a position of strength. But the reality is that with our offices being partially closed, some roles are not required and will not be until we return to normal. As a result, some of our people have been furloughed.

Many of our clients have turned to us for even greater support than usual and we’ve started to deliver pro bono workshops for some charities.

For our chosen charities, who need us more now than ever before, we are actively fundraising, with our latest event being a Virtual Flower show. Our charities are:

• Skyway: helping young people in inner-London to achieve their personal goals, realise their potential, and contribute positively to their community.
• The Spitz Charitable Trust: a collective of London-based jazz musicians who use music to connect with isolated people.
• St George’s Crypt: a Leeds-based charity helping the homeless, vulnerable, and those suffering with addiction.
• Friends of the Elderly: assisting those aged 65 and over who suffer from loneliness and/or are at risk of isolation.

Rest assured, we remain committed to the wellbeing of our staff, maintaining our community, and navigating our clients through these challenging times.

We very much remain open for business.

Philip Barden, Senior Partner, Devonshires