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

1497 Client Reviews

Showing 61 - 65 of 209 reviews | Uncontested Divorce

Posted by Melissa | November 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Highly recommend!!

Attorney Cairns provided exactly what I was looking for - facilitating the paperwork and filing. They made it super easy and straightforward and I knew exactly what I needed to do any every step. They also followed through on their end very quickly and delivered on everything promised. If you have a ...non-contested divorce I would highly recommend their services. The office staff was also very personable and helpful.

James Cairns

Replied last November 25, 2020

Hello Melissa, I am very glad we were able to help you get divorced quickly and easily. We greatly appreciate the recommendation. Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a nice review!

Posted by Janelle | November 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Great firm to do business with!

Cairns Law Offices helped me through my uncontested divorce quickly and efficiently! The staff was extremely responsive and ALWAYS helpful when I had a question! It is also extremely affordable and the process went more quickly than I expected! I would recommend them to all of my family and friends! ...So glad I found them!

James Cairns

Replied last November 25, 2020

Hello Janelle, We here at Cairns Law Offices strive to make things very easy and affordable. I am so glad you found our services to exceed your expectations. Thank you for such a nice review and the recommendation. We are happy you found us too.

Posted by Nichole | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Divorce made simple

Attorney Cairns represented me in my uncontested divorce and I would highly recommended him to anyone! The entire process from beginning to end took 7 weeks and cost under $500. He was professional and responsive. Thank you!

James Cairns

Replied last October 15, 2020

Hello Nichole, Thank you so much for your kind words. We always try to make this process quick and easy, as well as keeping you well informed every step of the way.

Posted by Steve | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Uncontested Divorce

Hired the Attorney for uncontested divorce. The cost was stated upfront The whole process can be completed without any additional charges. The process was easy to follow. Everything was completed in the time frame stated. Mostly early in the time frame they stated. There were some options for faster... processing with extra charge. Also it was always stated what the cost would be if changes were needed. I completed the whole process in a timely matter without any additional cost.

James Cairns

Replied last October 15, 2020

Hello Steve, I am so glad to hear that everything went to plan with your divorce and that we kept you well informed throughout. Thank you so much for your kind words.

Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Everything Mr. Cairns advertised is true.

The firm was responsive and thorough. They sweet realistic expectations and then delivered. Instructions were clear and specific. The cost was more than affordable and the speed wonderfully fast. If you and your spouse are in agreement, this is the way to go.

James Cairns

Replied last October 15, 2020

Hello, I am so glad we met your expectations! We always try to make things very clear and easy to follow throughout the entire process. Affordable, easy, and fast! That is what we always set out to achieve!

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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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