James David Cairns III

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James David Cairns III

also known as Cairns Law Offices

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 30 years

Uncontested divorce Lawyer at Erie, PA
Practice Areas: Uncontested Divorce, Divorce & Separation

3433 West Lake Road, Erie, PA

About James

Biography

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PA Divorces. File online now with The Divorce Wizard in 5 minutes. No Travel. ALL costs included.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Uncontested Divorce 70%

70%
Divorce and Separation 30%

Simple, uncontested PA divorce

30%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 23 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 30 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1995

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Cairns Law Offices

3433 West Lake Road, Erie, PA, 16506

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Cairns Law Offices

3945 Forbes Avenue, Suite 185, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213

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Cairns Law Offices

744 South Street, Suite 33, Philadelphia, PA, 19147

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James David Cairns III's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

1490 Client Reviews

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Posted by Manuela | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent work

excellent work, always on the lookout and solving any questions, fair price, I recommend them 100% they made my divorce procedures very easy and fast, thank you very much

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello, Manuela, A 100% recommendation is what we want to hear. Thank you so much. We are glad that you found everything Fast and easy!

Posted by Jen | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Highly recommended

James and his staff are incredibly knowledgeable, professional and helpful. Any question you have through the whole process they are more than happy to answer and promptly answer questions. They made an unpleasant and difficult situation pleasant and extremely easy. If you have an uncontested divorce..., he is absolutely the person to use.

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Jen, We greatly appreciate your kind words. We strive to be as professional and helpful as we can be. I am glad you found working with our firm pleasant and that you experienced no difficulties throughout the process.

Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Fantastic!

So easy and fantastic service!! I definitely recommend Cairns for an uncontested divorce, they made it so quick and easy. They always reply promptly.

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello There, Thank you for taking the time to review our services! Quick and easy is what it is all about! Good communication is key in this process. Thank you for acknowledging that you found your experience with us as such.

Posted by Hannah | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic and Worth the $$$&&

I was very skeptical at first about using an online only lawyer for a divorce, but they proved me wrong! Each step was simple and laid out for you. I followed each direction step by step and never had any issues. Paid for the rush service (3.5-4 month) divorce and I was divorced within that time span.... Don’t over spend on a lawyer when you can hire these guys! Highly recommend.

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hi Hannah, We are so pleased to hear that you had such a positive experience with us. We try to make the process simple and affordable. Thank you for taking the time to review our services!

Posted by Evelyn, | October 14, 2020

Divorce

Cairns theyir amazing Attorney I would recommend them, very professional straight to the point quickly and most of all cheap definitely recommend them to my family and friends. Thank you for your hard work and for making it happen I appreciate you guys.

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Evelyn, "Amazing" is very kind of you! Thank you! We are happy that you found your experience with us efficient. It was our pleasure to work with you, we appreciate you as well!

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James David Cairns III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kim Lengert

Uncontested divorce lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Other

"James has an excellent organization that enables him to efficiently and professionally care for his clients."

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Kenneth Milner

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There are times when a husband or wife decides that a divorce makes sense, but that litigation and bickering do not. That's the time for the person to call James. He handles uncontested divorces, and handles them efficiently."

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John Melaragno

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is an honest, straightforward attorney who has built his practice around the efficient representation of those who seek a prompt and economical dissolution of their marriage."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

1990

Graduate Fellowship, Mercyhurst College

1988

Dean's List, Indiana University of PA

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Director, Providnet Wealth Management

Associations

2002 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Erie County Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Saylor v Saylor

divorce decree granted

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Education

1995

Cleveland State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Merchyhurst College

MS- Masters

1988

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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