Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ayrshire, Scotland
Established in 1998, McLennan Adam Davis Solicitors has grown to become one of Scotland's leading legal practices, with offices in Ayr, Troon, Kilmarnock, Irvine, and Glasgow. Our firm combines over 200 years of collective legal expertise with a client-centric approach, offering specialist services in criminal defence, family law, road traffic law, personal injury claims, conveyancing, and private client matters. Our team includes former Procurator Fiscal Deputes and Solicitor Advocates with extensive experience in Scotland's highest courts.We invest in advanced technology to ensure efficient service delivery while maintaining a personal touch through regular client communication. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as a trusted legal advisor across Ayrshire and throughout Scotland, with a focus on providing accessible, transparent, and results-driven legal solutions.
Services
Criminal Defence
Family Law
Road Traffic Law
Personal Injury
Wills
Executry
Power of Attorney
Conveyancing
Guardianship Orders
Legal Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 200 years of combined legal experience across Scotland's courts
- Our team includes former Procurator Fiscal Deputes and Solicitor Advocates
- We provide 24/7 representation for urgent road traffic and criminal cases
- We maintain transparent communication throughout all legal proceedings
- Our local Ayrshire knowledge enhances property and family law services
What people say
Great communication
Excellent service
Exceptional results
Professional advisors
Worth every penny
Services
Criminal Defence
Our specialist criminal defence team represents clients in Scotland's highest courts, handling cases from minor offences to serious High Court prosecutions. We provide immediate representation for road traffic charges, domestic abuse allegations, fraud investigations, and historic sexual offence claims. Our solicitors combine courtroom experience with strategic defence planning to protect client interests throughout the legal process.
Family Law
We offer comprehensive family law services including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, mediation, and adoption support. Our team handles financial settlements, prenuptial agreements, and complex child law matters with sensitivity and expertise. We prioritise amicable resolutions while maintaining strong advocacy for court-required cases across Ayrshire and central Scotland.
Road Traffic Law
As Scotland's leading road traffic specialists, we defend all motoring offences including drink driving, dangerous driving, and disqualification cases. Our 24/7 service provides immediate police station representation and court advocacy. We handle appeals, early licence recovery, and special reasons arguments to minimise penalties and protect driving privileges.
Personal Injury
We pursue compensation for accident victims in road traffic incidents, workplace injuries, and public space accidents. Our solicitors handle claims within strict Scottish time limits, gathering medical evidence and negotiating settlements for pain, lost earnings, and medical costs. Most cases operate on a 'No Win No Fee' basis.
Wills & Executry
We draft legally binding wills, establish power of attorney arrangements, and administer estates through the confirmation process. Our services include inheritance tax planning, legal rights advice, and guardianship orders. We guide executors through both testate and intestate estate administration in accordance with Scottish law.
People
Colin Adam
Partner
Specialising in criminal law with extensive High Court experience, Colin provides strategic leadership to our defence team. His expertise spans complex fraud cases and serious assault charges.
Glenn Davis
Partner
With specialist knowledge in family law and conveyancing, Glenn oversees our private client services. He focuses on property transactions and estate planning solutions.
John Gallagher
Partner
Handling both criminal and civil litigation, John brings comprehensive legal expertise to our practice. He specialises in road traffic law and personal injury claims.
Stuart Paterson
Partner
Leading our executry and probate department, Stuart provides expert guidance on wills, power of attorney, and estate administration across Scotland.
Jim Petticrew
Associate
Specialising in property law, Jim manages residential and commercial conveyancing transactions with particular focus on Ayrshire's property market.
Questions
What areas of law do you 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.
Do you offer 24/7 legal representation?
Yes, our road traffic and criminal defence teams provide 24/7 emergency services for police station attendances and urgent court matters across Scotland.
How do I make a personal injury claim?
Contact our specialists within three years of the incident with medical records and accident details. Most claims operate on a 'No Win No Fee' basis.
Can you help with Scottish property purchases?
Our conveyancing team handles residential and commercial property transactions across Ayrshire and central Scotland, including Home Report analysis and mortgage advice.
What happens if someone dies without a will?
We guide executors through the intestate estate administration process, including court appointments, asset distribution, and inheritance tax compliance.
Do you handle historic sexual offence cases?
Our experienced criminal defence team specialises in defending historic sexual offence allegations, focusing on evidence analysis and witness credibility assessments.
