Russell & Russell raise cash Will Aid

09/05/2017

Russell & Russell is celebrating after raising money for charity by taking part in the annual Will Aid drive.

The firm raised £665 by writing wills for clients across Greater Manchester in return for a donation to charity. This is the seventh year the firm has taken part in the scheme, raising over £3,000 to date.

Probate solicitor, Rachel Kelly said: “The firm has embraced the Will Aid initiative with huge enthusiasm. We’re able to provide a service to the local community and clients are more than happy to donate to a good cause. Making a will means loved ones you leave behind know that you’ve given your affairs some thought.”

Will Aid has raised more than £17 million for charity since it launched more than 25 years ago.

Campaign director, Peter de Vena Franks added: “One in three people die in the UK without making a will, potentially leaving their family and friends nothing but confusion and costly legal battles. Will Aid is a wonderful opportunity to not just make a will, but do it with the help of a professional. The added bonus is that you are helping nine charities in the UK at the same time.”

The scheme takes place across the country throughout November and supports nine of the UK’s best-loved charities; ActionAid, Age UK, British Red Cross, Christian Aid, NSPCC, Save the Children, Sightsavers, SCIAF (Scotland) and Trocaire (N. Ireland).

The recommended donation for a basic Will Aid will is £95 for a single will and £150 for a pair of mirror wills.

For more information about making an appointment to write a will, visit http://www.willaid.org.uk/