DAVID PRESTON
Probate Solicitors
DAVID PRESTON
Westback, Oban
# David Preston - Dispute Resolution & Legal Consultancy
David Preston is an experienced solicitor based in Oban offering specialist dispute resolution, mediation and legal consultancy services. With over 30 years practising law in the Highlands and Islands, Preston brings extensive expertise to clients seeking to resolve disputes or obtain professional legal guidance.
His practice focuses on two core areas. As an Accredited Mediator since 2004, Preston helps clients navigate family and commercial disputes through mediation rather than adversarial court proceedings. His understanding of global dispute resolution methods—gained through study during his 2002-2003 tenure as President of the Law Society of Scotland and international research visits—enables him to guide parties towards practical solutions. His legal background proves invaluable when mediating complex matters requiring specialist knowledge.
The law consultancy side draws on 30 years' general practice experience covering conveyancing, litigation, executry and small business matters. Preston's involvement at the highest levels of the Law Society of Scotland—serving on numerous committees including Client Relations, Professional Practice, and Education & Training—positions him as a trusted advisor on complex legal matters.
What distinguishes Preston is his multifaceted background. Beyond private practice, he convenes the Mental Health Tribunal, manages Private Rented Housing Panel duties, and serves as Legal Assessor to the General Teaching Council for Scotland. This breadth of experience across different legal sectors means he understands not just law, but the practical realities affecting people's lives.
Preston serves individuals and businesses throughout the Highlands and Islands seeking alternative dispute resolution or expert legal guidance.
David Preston is an experienced solicitor based in Oban offering specialist dispute resolution, mediation and legal consultancy services. With over 30 years practising law in the Highlands and Islands, Preston brings extensive expertise to clients seeking to resolve disputes or obtain professional legal guidance.
His practice focuses on two core areas. As an Accredited Mediator since 2004, Preston helps clients navigate family and commercial disputes through mediation rather than adversarial court proceedings. His understanding of global dispute resolution methods—gained through study during his 2002-2003 tenure as President of the Law Society of Scotland and international research visits—enables him to guide parties towards practical solutions. His legal background proves invaluable when mediating complex matters requiring specialist knowledge.
The law consultancy side draws on 30 years' general practice experience covering conveyancing, litigation, executry and small business matters. Preston's involvement at the highest levels of the Law Society of Scotland—serving on numerous committees including Client Relations, Professional Practice, and Education & Training—positions him as a trusted advisor on complex legal matters.
What distinguishes Preston is his multifaceted background. Beyond private practice, he convenes the Mental Health Tribunal, manages Private Rented Housing Panel duties, and serves as Legal Assessor to the General Teaching Council for Scotland. This breadth of experience across different legal sectors means he understands not just law, but the practical realities affecting people's lives.
Preston serves individuals and businesses throughout the Highlands and Islands seeking alternative dispute resolution or expert legal guidance.
Services offered
Family mediationCommercial dispute mediationConveyancing adviceLitigation consultancyExecutry servicesSmall business legal consultancyMental health tribunal representationHousing panel mediation