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28 Years
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ayrshire, Scotland
Established in 1998, McLennan Adam Davis Solicitors has grown to become one of the largest criminal litigation firms in Scotland, with a strong reputation for excellence in both criminal and civil law. Our team of highly experienced solicitors brings over 200 years of combined legal expertise, including former Procurator Fiscal Deputes and Solicitor Advocates with High Court experience. We provide comprehensive legal services across Scotland, specialising in criminal defence, family law, road traffic law, personal injury claims, conveyancing, and private client matters.Our offices in Ayr, Troon, Kilmarnock, and Glasgow offer clients direct access to dedicated legal professionals who prioritise clear communication, client-centred service, and practical legal solutions. With advanced technology infrastructure and a loyal support team, we deliver efficient, timely legal representation while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
Services
Criminal Defence
Family Law
Road Traffic Law
Personal Injury
Wills
Executry
Power of Attorney
Conveyancing
Guardianship Orders
Private Client Services
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 200 years of combined legal experience in Scottish law
- Our in-house criminal defence team handles cases from Justice of the Peace Courts to the High Court
- We provide 24/7 police station attendance services across Stirling and surrounding areas
- Our family law solicitors specialise in complex financial settlements and child custody arrangements
- We maintain transparent communication with clients throughout all legal proceedings
What people say
Great communication
Excellent service
Exceptional representation
Outstanding result
Professional advisors
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence team represents clients across Scotland in matters ranging from minor traffic offences to serious High Court prosecutions. We specialise in defending charges including domestic abuse, historic sexual offences, cyber-crimes, and fraud. With former Procurator Fiscal Deputes and Solicitor Advocates in our ranks, we provide expert legal representation from police station attendance through to court proceedings. Our approach combines thorough case preparation with strategic advocacy to protect clients' rights and achieve optimal outcomes.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, mediation services, and prenuptial agreements. Our solicitors specialise in resolving complex financial settlements and child welfare matters while minimising emotional distress. We offer mediation services to help families reach amicable solutions outside court, and provide adoption support for those expanding their families through legal channels. Our team prioritises clients' needs while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Road Traffic Law
As Scotland's leading road traffic law specialists, we defend clients facing charges ranging from speeding offences to death by dangerous driving. Our solicitors have prosecuted and defended hundreds of cases in Scottish courts, including complex matters involving drink driving, mobile phone use, and driving disqualifications. Through our sister firm Nationwide Road Traffic Lawyers, we offer 24/7 representation and strategic defence planning to minimise penalties and protect driving privileges.
Personal Injury
We represent clients seeking compensation for injuries sustained in road accidents, workplace incidents, and public space accidents. Our solicitors handle claims for medical expenses, lost earnings, and pain and suffering, operating on a 'No Win No Fee' basis. With expertise in Scottish personal injury law, we navigate strict time limits and evidential requirements to build strong cases, ensuring clients receive fair compensation for their injuries and related losses.
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing team specialises in residential and commercial property transactions across Ayrshire and Glasgow. We guide clients through the home buying process, from offer submission to completion, handling Home Reports, mortgage arrangements, and legal documentation. With deep knowledge of the West of Scotland property market, we ensure smooth transactions while protecting clients' interests in all property-related legal matters.
People
Colin Adam
Partner
With extensive experience in Scottish legal practice, Colin Adam brings valuable expertise to the firm's criminal and civil litigation cases. His career spans decades of legal practice in Ayrshire, focusing on complex legal matters requiring strategic advocacy and client-focused solutions.
Glenn Davis
Partner
Glenn Davis contributes significant legal knowledge through his work in criminal defence and civil litigation. Having practiced in Ayrshire for many years, he specialises in handling high-profile cases that require meticulous attention to legal detail and courtroom strategy.
John Gallagher
Partner
Joining the firm in 2002, John Gallagher has developed expertise in various areas of Scottish law. His legal practice focuses on delivering practical solutions to clients while maintaining the firm's commitment to excellence in legal representation across multiple practice areas.
Stuart Paterson
Partner
Stuart Paterson brings substantial legal experience to the firm's operations, specialising in criminal law and civil litigation matters. His practice involves representing clients in courts throughout Scotland, from local justice courts to the High Court of Justiciary.
Jim Petticrew
Associate
As an associate solicitor, Jim Petticrew contributes to the firm's civil litigation practice with experience gained from Ayr-based legal practices. He works closely with clients on various legal matters while benefiting from the firm's extensive resources and expertise.
Questions
What areas of law does McLennan Adam Davis Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in criminal defence, family law, road traffic law, personal injury claims, conveyancing, and private client services including wills and executry matters across Scotland.
How experienced is your criminal defence team?
Our criminal defence team has over 200 years of combined experience, including former Procurator Fiscal Deputes and Solicitor Advocates with High Court expertise.
Do you offer 24/7 legal representation?
Yes, our Nationwide Road Traffic Lawyers division provides 24/7 police station attendance services across Stirling and surrounding areas.
Can you handle complex family law matters?
Yes, our specialist family law solicitors handle complex financial settlements, child custody arrangements, and mediation services throughout Ayrshire and Glasgow.
What makes your conveyancing service unique?
We offer expert knowledge of the West of Scotland property market with a team that understands local market nuances and legal requirements.
How do you handle personal injury claims?
We operate on a 'No Win No Fee' basis, specialising in road accident claims, workplace injuries, and public space accidents across Scotland.
Reviews (5)
Naomi Mcmaster
Jan 24, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
I've been dealing with Stuart Paterson in regards to purchasing a property and cannot recommend these guys enough. The process has been so incredibly smooth and efficient, all thanks to Stuart. I wouldn't go anywhere else now.
I've been dealing with Stuart Paterson in regards to purchasing a property and cannot recommend these guys enough. The process has been so incredibly smooth and efficient, all thanks to Stuart. I wouldn't go anywhere else now.
Michelle Trivett
Jul 31, 2020
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Mr Davis , great lawyer has patience of a saint , would highly recommend .pleased with my outcome . Thankyou Mr Davis .
Jamie Paterson
Jul 11, 2020
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John Gallagher best in Ayrshire, nothing's ever to much trouble, very easy to talk to great at explaining things, goes out his way to help great bloke and very down to earth.
John Montgomery
May 23, 2020
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Excellent team of lawyers. John Gallagher and Glen Davis dealt with my case with total professionalism and put me at total ease.
Cannot thank them enough.
Cannot thank them enough.
Declan Maltman
May 08, 2017
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I can not thank Glenn Davis and Euan Cameron enough for what they have done for me. My dog was involved in a terrible incident, which meant there was a good chance of my losing him forever. I first was given a lawyer who was the duty lawyer on the day I appeared in court. My gut feeling told me I should go and speak with Glenn Davis, as he has been my lawyer in the past and done an outstanding job.
After speaking with Glenn Davis he made me feel 100x better about the whole situation and seemed very confident about the case at hand. He assured me that him and his company have took on many of dog
After speaking with Glenn Davis he made me feel 100x better about the whole situation and seemed very confident about the case at hand. He assured me that him and his company have took on many of dog
