FMT Solicitors

19/08/2026

We recently welcomed Anna Cort, a Law student at the University of Bristol, to FMT for two weeks of work experience.

During her placement, Anna spent time across our different departments, gaining first-hand experience of life in a law firm, sitting in on client meetings and developing practical skills alongside our team.

Following her placement, we caught up with Anna to hear what she learned, which areas of law particularly interested her and how the experience has shaped her plans for a future career as a solicitor.

Read Anna’s full work experience interview here:

Anna joined us for work experience in August 2026, spending time with our team and gaining insight into working within a law firm.

17/08/2026

The case of Rachel Fulstow has returned to the media headlines following new coverage in the Daily Mail. Fulstow is serving a 30-year minimum term under the law of joint enterprise, despite being around 100 miles away at the time of the attack. Her conviction is now the subject of a renewed challenge, with her legal team arguing that evidence concerning coercive and controlling behaviour within her relationship with Michael Hillier was not fully heard by the jury.

Jeremy Moore, solicitor and director at FMT, features in the article and is currently assisting the client with a detailed review of the case. He also recently discussed the case in the BBC documentary Killer Couple: Love on Trial.

Read more:

The case of Rachel Fulstow has received renewed national attention following an in-depth article in the Daily Mail. Click to read more.

13/08/2026

We're pleased to welcome Chris Heale to FMT Solicitors.

Chris has joined our Property team, bringing experience in advising clients on a wide range of property matters.

We're delighted to have Chris on board and look forward to the expertise he'll bring to our clients.

You can find out more about Chris and his experience here:

https://fmtsolicitors.co.uk/our-team/chris-heale/

Welcome to the team, Chris!

29/07/2026

It's always especially rewarding to receive positive feedback from fellow professionals within the property industry.

We were delighted to receive this wonderful feedback from a mortgage broker recognising Melissa in our Conveyancing Team:

"Melissa was incredibly helpful. Melissa was always responsive and professional throughout the process. Despite a very tight deadline, everything was completed on time. We truly appreciate the dedication and would highly recommend."

Successful property transactions rely on strong collaboration between everyone involved, and feedback like this reflects Melissa's commitment to delivering a responsive, professional service while working closely with clients and industry partners alike.

A huge thank you to the broker for taking the time to share these kind words, and congratulations to Melissa on this well-deserved recognition. We're proud to have colleagues who build such trusted relationships and consistently go the extra mile to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.

28/07/2026

We're delighted to share some wonderful feedback received for Claire Fuller and our Private Client Team. 🌟

"Just wanted to send an email thanking you and your team for your supportive and professional approach during the last 7 months. It has been a pleasure working alongside you and will recommend FMT to friends/colleagues who may need your services."

This feedback is a fantastic reflection of Claire's dedication to providing compassionate, professional support and building strong relationships with clients throughout their journey. Recommendations from satisfied clients are one of the greatest compliments we can receive.

Well done, Claire, and thank you for the exceptional service you continue to provide! 👏

27/07/2026

A wonderful piece of feedback for Kim Welford in our Conveyancing team! 🌟

"You were so helpful and amazingly efficient in handling the sale of my home in '22, I am hoping you may now be again available to assist with the sale of my Mum's house."

There is no better compliment than a returning client who trusts you to help their family as well. Kim's professionalism, efficiency and supportive approach have clearly made a lasting impression, and we're delighted to see that confidence continue.

Fantastic work, Kim, and thank you for consistently delivering such an excellent experience for your clients! 👏

23/07/2026

Feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do. 💙

"I just wanted to send a quick email to tell you how grateful I am to you for doing all you have and helping me during the hardest time and pushing me towards the road to recovery in mine and my children's life. Thank you for all your advice and guidance and for being so kind to me."

We're incredibly proud of our Family Solicitor, Charlotte, for the compassion, dedication, and support she provides to clients during some of the most challenging times in their lives.

Thank you to our client for sharing these kind words. It means so much to know that Charlotte's guidance has made such a positive difference for both you and your family.

If you need advice or support with a family law matter, our experienced team is here to help.

09/07/2026

Temporary opening hours - Leighton Buzzard ☀️

Due to the continued rising temperatures over the coming days, our opening times will be as follows:

Thursday the 9th of July - 9am-1pm
Friday the 10th of July - 9am - 1pm

Staff will remain contactable via telephone and email. Please continue to call the office line with any enquiries on 01525 376611 or email us at [email protected]

Please drop any documents needed to be handed in through the letterbox. We ask that the person handling your case is made aware if these are urgent.

Thank you for your understanding and co-operation.

02/07/2026

Probate fees are increasing from 13 July 2026.

The Ministry of Justice says the change is designed to recover the true cost of providing the probate service, taking into account inflation and ongoing investment to modernise the probate system.

If you're planning to apply for probate, it's worth being aware of these changes and considering how they may affect your costs.

For more information as to the change in fees, please click on the link below -

Probate Application Fees in England Set to Rise. The cost of applying for probate is set to increase significantly from 13 July 2026.

01/07/2026

Many couples believe that living together gives them the same legal rights as marriage—but that's a common misconception.

The government's recent consultation on inheritance rights for unmarried couples highlights an important issue: if your partner dies without a will, you may have no automatic right to inherit, even after years together. This can put your home, finances, and family at risk.

Making a valid will is one of the simplest ways to protect your partner, provide for your loved ones, and avoid unnecessary legal disputes.

For more information, please read our latest blog post -

Cohabitation Reform. On 5 June, the government launched a consultation on reforms to strengthen the financial rights of unmarried couples.