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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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 Angie | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent!!

Excellent! I would recommend this law office for anyone getting divorced. It was so easy and they kept me well informed of what was going on. I never thought divorce could be this easy. Thank you Cairns for this pain free divorce!

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Thank you, keeping our clients in the loop is one of our goals.

Posted by debbie | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

on-line divorce

I was skeptical at first, but doing my divorce online with atty cairns was a no hassle experience. He did everything he said he would. Every step of the way was explained, and the process was truly simple and easy. Thank you

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Our process is a no hassle free, follow the instruction and we take care of the rest.

Posted by Amanda | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Great Experience

A co-worker gave me the info and when I researched everything, I must say I was very skeptical. I then proceeded with everything and I am very pleased with my experience. You cannot have a quicker divorce with barely any of your time spent anywhere else, and the best thing is it is very inexpensive c...ompared to every other lawyer I contacted. I will recommend this lawyer a 100x's over.

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Thank you, coworker, for the advice. I'm glad that we were able to help you as well.

Posted by Bernie | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommended..James Daivid Cairns III

Thank You Jim! I finally have my life back! Everything you advertised was true...NO surprises, NO extra fees, NO confusion. To those hesitant about what route to take, this is it! I got my divorce...Happy Holidays to you and yours...Thank you for the wonderful gift!

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Thank you

Posted by Randy | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Unbelievable

I was reluctant to use an Attorney online but Cairn's Law firm explained exactly how it works and what needs to happen to finalize my divorce in a video on the web site. Once now my X wife got the forms notarized and sent to me I also got the form notarized and mailed it over night to Mr. Cairn. My ...divorce was complete in 8 DAYS!! I was amazed how quickly it was granted. I have already recommended Cairn's Law Firm to my friends and colleagues.

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Good to know that our website video was helpful explaining our process.

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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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