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

1490 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | October 01, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Mission Oriented

Without having to run around office to office, filing for information or paying countless fees, Mr. Cairns firm handles my divorce from beginning to end without hassle or haste.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Our process handles everything for you, no more running around.

Posted by Satish | October 01, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

One of the best in business!

Mr. Cairn is an outstanding lawyer. Very corteous, very responsive, Very very quick to turn around documents. I was amazed how he takes care of business! A couple of times he sent me emails with my documents late Sundany nights or weekends. I was pleasently surprised to see his emails in the weekends.... What a hard working lawyer! Prior to contacting Mr. Cairns I did talk to a local lawyer to discuss about my divorce. I felt like I was a deer walking in to Lion's den to be mauled (financially). I did not feel comfortable so I started looking online and Mr. Cairn's name came up with good reviews. I contacted him and he was very quick to response. I can gladly say that he was as responsive on last day of the process as he was on the first day of the process and in between. You can not find this kind of service anywhere. Specially, we all know how gut wrenching process this is! He was very calming and he answered any questions I had. After a couple of emails back and forth I was very comfortable with him. I very very highly recommend his services. He is really a great lawyer. I think his prices are very reasonable. Actually, I was like will I get a good service with such a low price? But he surprised me. He made my filing process painless. I Thank you very much Mr. Cairns.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Thank you so much for your positive feedback.

Posted by Camille | October 01, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Quick no hassle service

They made this unwelcoming experience easier to deal with. The service was great. When I had a question it was answer in a very timely manner. And most importantly my divorce was done in a jiffy. Thank you Mr. Cairns

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Happy to know that we made it easier for you.

Posted by Joanne | October 01, 2018

Very happy with Mr. Cairns

Everything was handled as I was told and very quickly. Very satisfied

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Thank you

Posted by Teresa | October 01, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Simple and Convenient Services

I was unsure at first of using an online attorney. But after careful research and review, I decided to try their services. I had a simple, no-fault divorce. Mr. Cairns services made it fast and simple to file my divorce papers. Everything was clearly communicated - from start to finish. They mad...e it stress free and all from the convenience of doing everything online and by mail.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Glad to you that after your research you chose us.

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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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