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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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

1497 Client Reviews

Showing 56 - 60 of 209 reviews | Uncontested Divorce

Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Great job

Professional divorce lawyers at reasonable prices. Recommend to anyone doing a simple or uncontested divorce.

James Cairns

Replied last April 01, 2021

Thank you for your kind words.

Posted by Tiffany | January 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Filing for My divorce and the process was so easy!

I am so very happy I went with this Lawyer and company! The one and ONLY thing I did not like about this firm was that you have to pay to communicate through phone. (I don’t remember how much exactly but it was not expensive-it would have been for me to ask one or 2 questions) HOWEVER, you can talk t...hrough email how ever many times you please for free (which is what I ended up doing). I don’t like email as much because miscommunication occurs and I just prefer talking. I guess this is how they make some of their money and it would be even more costly if I hired my own private lawyer. As long as both parties involved in the divorce agree on EVERYTHING they can and will help you! I spent a total of roughly 500.00 on my divorce and this includes all paperwork I needed, notary fees, and fees from the post office to send my papers in! The best decision I made was going with them! This lawyer responded to my email within the same day or next depending on how late in the day I sent an email in! He helped to make this horrible experience of getting divorced ridiculously easy! I WOULD MOST DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS LAWYER AND COMPANY!

James Cairns

Replied last January 22, 2021

Tiffany, Thank you for taking the time to review our firm. We believe in keeping our costs affordable and one of our ways is by offering a free emailing service. We do the absolute best we can to respond in a timely fashion and we are happy that you are satisfied with our turnaround time. Thank you for putting your trust in what we do and we hope that you are enjoying this new chapter in your life.

Posted by Carol | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

James Cairns divorce Attorney

James Cairns divorce Attorney is the best! Providing the best and excellent service my uncontested divorce process took 6 weeks this is why I recommend to choose the fastest service! Attorney James Cairns guided me every step of the way and was in constant communication! Definitely He is the best!

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Carol, Thank you for taking the time out of your day to leave us such a nice review. I am so happy things went quickly and easily for you. Congratulations on your new beginning!

Posted by Michael | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Very quick to respond.

Cairns attorney did an accurate and complete job with clear and to the point instructions to get my divorce procedure going in full swing to the day of finalization. I would highly recommend this lawyer for anyone who just needs a simple cheap divorce.

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hi Michael, Thank you very much for your kind words. We always try to be fast and meet all expectations.”. Quick with no worries is how it should be!”

Posted by Taylor | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Amazing service

I had been going through divorce for over a year, it became overwhelming and complicated moving states. Finally found a lawyer in my budget. They handled everything including my name change, in only a few months. Definitely recommend for easy uncontested divorces.

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hello Taylor, I am very glad we were able to help you get through this difficult process. Thank you for your kind words. Congratulations on your new adventures!

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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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