Legal Prevention: The Future of Companies in the Post-Pandemic Era

 

Being well advised on legal matters preserves the structure of businesses, avoids contractual and tax conflicts

Organizing finances, taxes, caring not only about customer satisfaction but also about employees and various labor issues. These are some of the constant steps in the daily life of an entrepreneur. What not everyone remembers when starting a business – regardless of its type – is the importance of having a professional for legal advice. Especially in such a critical period as the pandemic, where measures like contract suspensions and layoffs were the way to keep businesses active, it is essential to take precautions to avoid potential legal conflicts and financial destabilization. When it comes to legal advice, the key word is prevention. In a country like Brazil, which is known for labor lawsuits and excessive bureaucracy, having a specialized and up-to-date team on legislation before a crisis hits is a secure way to prevent financial strain and damage to the company's image. Lawyer Antônio Augusto Genelhu Júnior emphasizes that having legal support should be one of the first actions taken when choosing to open a business. "The lawyer acts in various fronts and is responsible for resolving and guiding on issues related to the regularization of labor activities as well as taxes, business legislation, and other matters that involve a business and can be essential for the growth and success of the company, grounded from the beginning in an organized administrative and financial structure," he explains. [caption id="attachment_33538" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Lawyer Antônio Augusto Genelhu Júnior - credit Thuanny Louzada[/caption] Regarding the pandemic, lawyer Márcio Dell’ Santo explains that the numerous benefits offered by the government during this period, for example, still generate doubts for many entrepreneurs, which opens gaps for possible contractual and tax conflicts, as well as resource expenditure. "With legal advice, the lawyer is always aware of labor laws and their updates, thus being able to proactively guide the entrepreneur on the best positioning in different situations that may be harmful to the company. And contrary to popular belief, we lawyers do not only act in times of crises and already initiated processes, but constant legal advice is increasingly essential for companies that want to grow healthily and within all laws. It is possible to anticipate in order to create strategies that defend both the internal and external interests of the company, in addition to improving performance in corporate matters. This 'division of tasks' allows entrepreneurs to focus on other aspects of the company and its performance," he adds. [caption id="attachment_33537" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Lawyer Márcio Dell'Santo - credit Thuanny Louzada[/caption>