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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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 Shyla | May 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

They are amazing.

I had been fighting trying to get divorced for 8 or do years and finally hired Cairns Office to help me in April 2020, and come May2020, I get my decree and I tell you what I couldn't be happier! They were very kind and return emails very quickly, I am very happy with the choice I made to hire them!

James Cairns

Replied last May 27, 2020

Shyla, Thank you for putting your faith in our firm. We do all that we can to keep the process simple and as stress-free as possible. We are thrilled to know of your happiness! Enjoy this new chapter of your life!

Posted by Tobias | May 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful attorney

Attorney Cairns was wonderful. From the initial consult to handling everything by email/mail/ internet, to a speedy and super easy process everything was fantastic. 5/5 stars was an easy decision and we would hire him again in a heartbeat. I will HIGHLY recommend to anyone I know needing divorce proc...eedings.

James Cairns

Replied last May 27, 2020

Your words are so warming! Thank you for taking the time to post your feedback. We are happy to know that this process went so smoothly for you.

Posted by Jeff | May 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mission Accompliced

The divorce I was able to obtain through Cairns was very simple and thorough, I received direct instructions for how to handle the paperwork I obtained and anytime I had a question I received an e-mail response that same day. In the instructional e-mails I received was also included "warnings" about ...things that I shouldn't do that may slow down the process or make things more costly of which I took under advisement and did not make those mistakes. Although I was told the process may take several weeks, I made attempts to get paperwork signed and keep things moving and had the divorce completed after only about month and a half in it's entirety. I would definitely recommend this lawyer and this office to anybody seeking to obtain the same services.

James Cairns

Replied last May 27, 2020

Jeff, Thank you for your feedback! We are as upfront as possible about what the process entails and how much it costs and do all that we can to steer you in the right direction. We are glad to know that you are satisfied with the outcome. Congratulations!

Posted by Melissa | May 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Quick and easy

very straightforward and easy. Had my divorce finalized in weeks. kept me updated the whole time. I highly recommend their services.

James Cairns

Replied last May 27, 2020

Melissa, Thank you for your feedback! I am glad this was an easy process for you!

Posted by Jen | May 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommend

Contacting an online attorney, I was skeptical. But the ladies on the phone were reassuring, helpful and really nice with helping me go through the divorce process. I found the prices to be decent, especially since I am raising 2 young boys on my own. I did however find some of the paperwork confusin...g. There were just a lot at times and I didn’t understand some of the “names” of the sheets. Some were called the same things but had different meanings. I got an extra charge the one time because I got some papers and met with my ex to have him sign them only to be told that I didn’t get this other set set signed first. It wasn’t my fault but I paid the extra fee anyway. I received the other paperwork after I sent in the ones that my ex signed. So then I had to re-meet him an hour away to get these other papers signed. Everything went really smooth with my ex signing. We had an uncontested divorce and he was willing to sign over the house to me. Attorney Cairns and his team did a great job and everything was done super fast and I couldn’t be more happier. I am thankful for them and I highly, highly recommend them.

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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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