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

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

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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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+ 13
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 Luis | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Great Lawyer!

Great Lawyer! Everything went nice, quick and smooth, Highly recommended! He maintained perfect communication with me, there was a complication, but it was my mistake and he took care of it. Thank you James David!

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Luis, Thank you for the compliment! Very happy to hear that you found your experience to be "nice, quick, and smooth". You are very welcome!

Posted by Larry | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Divorce proceedings

Everything was handled excellent , was emailed when something changed or didn’t, was emailed paperwork to make copies of documents, only took 8-13 weeks, price was okay an I am happy with results

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Larry, It was a pleasure to handle your case. I am very happy that you found this an easy and timely process.

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

Great lawyer with great prices

At first I was very scared to hire a online attorney for my divorce..I thought they were all a scam.Someone recommended me to David.My divorce process was fast, efficient and reasonable

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Shakara, We are glad that your fears were assuaged by using our online option. We are also happy to hear that your experience was "fast, efficient, and reasonable".

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

Another job well done

This was my second time using Cairns law offices for a divorce. Very happy with service and filing options that is available. I highly recommend. Thanks again for job well done

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Brian, Thank you for allowing our firm to help you again. We are glad that you found the options available with our law offices efficient.

Posted by Jeremy | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Great fast service

The entire process took about 45 days. Was fantastic. Very affordable and easy Very little to no effort on my part.

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Jeremy, We always like to hear that our clients find the outcome of working with us fantastic. Affordable and easy for you is what our mission is. Thank you.

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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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