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.

PA divorces. File online now with The Divorce Wizard in 5 minutes. No travel. All costs included.

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 Dani | October 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce granted in 5 weeks!!

Wow is what I can say! I got my divorce filled in 5 weeks total from the day I first paid for this service. Not going to lie I was iffy about paying for it after finding the law office online. I did my review n just wanted my divorce done fast! Best choice I have ever made choosing this service. It's... very easy process!

James Cairns

Replied last October 10, 2018

Awesome to know that our service was your best choice. Best of luck to you.

Posted by Janee | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Awesome

I'm so blessed to have found out about cairns law offices everything was on time and excellent prices I would recommend them to the world and updates was on point

James Cairns

Replied last October 03, 2018

Thank you so much

Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Excellent

if you are filing an uncontested divorce, this is the easiest and quickest way to file. The website is very easy to navigate and as long as you read and follow the instructions as directed, you can get a no hassle uncontested divorce. The cost involved is up to your preference. I chose the fastest ...service. My request was filed with the court 8/29 and granted 9/14. I highly recommend James Carins Law Office.

James Cairns

Replied last October 03, 2018

Wonderful to know that our website was easy for you.

Posted by J | October 02, 2018

Get your money's worth!

Attorney Cairns is professional, quick and caring. He made me feel like a person, and not just another case in a file. I was always informed about my case, and was never left guessing as to what was going to happen next. The explanations given were clear and easy to follow, which really helped, be...cause I was under a lot of stress and had a hard time keeping up with myself. His fees are more than reasonable. I really got my money's worth, which says a lot, especially in these hard economic times.

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

I understand that divorce is not easy, I been there myself. Glad to know that we were able to help you.

Posted by John | October 02, 2018 | Business

Legal Form of Business

Jim took did a great job explaining the pros and cons of my options for the legal form of my business. Thanks to his experience as a corporate lawyer, his research into my industry, and his overall thoroughness, I feel I got the best guidance possible.

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Glad to see that my experience and guidance helped you with your divorce.

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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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