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 86 - 90 of 209 reviews | Uncontested Divorce

Posted by Prince | March 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Best service ever

This was the easiest, quickest way to get a divorce without the headache. The service was very affordable and professional. There was no hidden fees or hold ups on the lawyer's end. Everything was done smoothly and it's a wonderful feeling to be completely out of a marriage. I would recommend this la...wyer to anyone who is seeking a divorce. It's alot of lawyer's out here that say alot of great things about getting someone out of a marriage but then they have a lot of excuses to why the process will take longer than what they expected but Attorney Cairns word is true to his advertisement.

James Cairns

Replied last March 06, 2020

Prince, Thank you for taking the time to review our firm. We stand true to our promise in working efficiently to meet the timeframe our clients are wanting to have their divorce completed. Divorce can oftentimes be associated with a great amount of stress and that is why we do all that we can to lift that weight from your shoulders as quickly as possible. Enjoy your new life and we wish you all the best moving forward.

Posted by Esther | January 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Service !!!!!

I filed for divorce online through Mr.Cairns office it was fast and very easy.The service was top notch . The prices are low compared to the average in your face lawyer who charges triple the amount to just file. I am a paralegal so I understand how the process goes, I recommend this firm definitel...y!!!!! Thank you for my speedy divorce for a fraction of the price...

James Cairns

Replied last January 16, 2020

Esther, It has been our pleasure to help you through this process. It is nice to know that we met your expectations and completed your divorce in a prompt fashion at a fraction of the cost. Best of luck to you in your future, and thank you for believing in what we do.

Posted by Kathy | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Super easy and quick divorce

All paperwork was done simply online. Their office contacted me to explain the process so I felt confident moving forward. This was an uncontested divorce with no property or financial claims. It was very quick and inexpensive with no nonsense. I would recommend the process of thus office to anyon...e.

James Cairns

Replied last December 12, 2019

Thank you for your honest review. Happy to know that you felt confident choosing our law firm.

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

My quick divorce!!

I am very happy with everything!! Everything was so easy. Once the papers were mailed back I was divorced in about 5 weeks. I am definitely going to recommend Cairns Law .

James Cairns

Replied last December 12, 2019

Thank you. Glad to know that our services were easy for you to follow.

Posted by Chantal | November 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Quick and Easy

I contacted this law firm to inquire about a quick online divorce. I was hesitant about the process, but decided to hire them based on the instant communication, detailed information, and upfront fees. Cairns Law Firm made my divorce extremely simple; the ability to follow basic written instructions ...(very clearly and simply written) and taking care of minimal paperwork were the only things required of me. Email correspondence was easy, and I ALWAYS received a response in less than 24 hours for every email I sent. I am hoping that I never need their services in the future, but I would highly recommend this law firm for anyone seeking a simple no fault divorce.

James Cairns

Replied last November 20, 2019

Glad to know that we met your expectations. Thank you for your kind review.

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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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