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

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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

1503 Client Reviews

Showing 96 - 100 of 211 reviews | Uncontested Divorce

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Extremely pleased!

The entire process from start to finish was nothing short of amazing. The steps throughout the process were clearly explained, efficient and well worth every penny. I strongly recommend this firm to handle anyone’s uncontested divorce. You won’t be disappointed.

James Cairns

Replied last October 23, 2019

Happy to hear that our directions were clear and easy.

Posted by Aimee | October 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Thankful

I’m very happy I considered an online divorce. It was quick, simple, easy and affordable! What else could you ever ask for when you’re so down on your luck?!? I paid for a 5-6 month divorce and it was done in 4 months! Incredible. Thank you for helping me start my life over again.

James Cairns

Replied last October 23, 2019

Wonderful to know that our process helped you reach your goal of starting a new life.

Posted by Jim | September 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Results as advertised

I was looking for a quick, easy way to get an uncontested divorce and found the Cairns Law Firm on line. It was pretty quick - about 2 months from start to finish, and probably would have been quicker except that my now ex-wife and I dickered over a few details, which delayed submitting the final pa...perwork. It costs me about $1,000 all told, but I paid extra to have the case expedited, and also to file a settlement statement along with the decree. Still, it was much less than it would have cost me to hire an attorney, and then go to his/her office, go to the courthouse, etc., etc. I never had to step foot in either place. All I had to do was go to have the paperwork notarized when it was completed. Any questions I had, I sent an email and got a response from his staff within the hour. I'm very happy with the service I received!

Posted by Aimee | September 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Weight off my shoulders

Thinking about how to handle our divorce was stressful but being that it was mutual agreement using this office was so helpful. They handled everything from start to finish. All I need to do now is go to the dmv and take my name back.

James Cairns

Replied last September 04, 2019

Divorce can be stressful. Happy to know that our services we're able to get you all the way to the finish line.

Posted by Brenda | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Awesome!!

I filed my divorce on May 23,2019 and it was final on June 21,2019 (uncontested). I paid the extra amount to have it done in 4 weeks and it was!! I would reccomend them to anyone wanting to do an uncontested divorce. Very easy to follow the steps they email you!. Glad it over now and can go on my li...fe. Very easy and when I emailed them they got right back to me the same day! Great place! Thank you so much!

James Cairns

Replied last July 11, 2019

Happy to know that we were able to help you step by step to get 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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