The services offered by PLAN include:

• Identifying legal issues that are affecting the community.
• Finding solutions through governmental and other opportunities that might benefit the community.
• Offering guidance throughout the rebuilding process.

The assistance provided by PLAN, said Maron, “may include, but (may) not be limited to, dealings with real estate, contract, insurance and employment matters.” The group also offers “guidance and assistance in working with small businesses to help them secure access to loans through the various government loan programs currently in place and which are geared for small businesses,” he said.

Clayton Bushong, co-president of the Pelham Chamber of Commerce, said, “During the beginning of the shutdown, Matt Maron and Kate Kerrigan reached out to the chamber asking how they could help and could anyone use their expertise. The chamber was super excited to have a group of amazing lawyers that collectively know so much of the ins and outs of real estate law. There are many businesses that are struggling and just finally opening up. They have had no revenue for months but are expected to pay their landlords and other bills. PLAN will be available to Pelham and Pelham Manor businesses to navigate all the ins and outs of the laws in terms of payroll protection and what options they have in terms of rent policies that New York State has enacted.”