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 96 - 100 of 268 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

My life

I first found attorney Cairns on the internet. The site was easy to understand and fully explains options. Once i began the divorce i was always informed every step of the way. I highly recommend attorney Cairns.

James Cairns

Replied last May 27, 2020

It is nice to know that our instructions and guidance were able to get you to the finish line with ease. Thank you for your feedback!

Posted by Jen | May 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend

Contacting an online attorney, I was skeptical. But the ladies on the phone were reassuring, helpful and really nice with helping me go through the divorce process. I found the prices to be decent, especially since I am raising 2 young boys on my own. I did however find some of the paperwork confusin...g. There were just a lot at times and I didn’t understand some of the “names” of the sheets. Some were called the same things but had different meanings. I got an extra charge the one time because I got some papers and met with my ex to have him sign them only to be told that I didn’t get this other set set signed first. It wasn’t my fault but I paid the extra fee anyway. I received the other paperwork after I sent in the ones that my ex signed. So then I had to re-meet him an hour away to get these other papers signed. Everything went really smooth with my ex signing. We had an uncontested divorce and he was willing to sign over the house to me. Attorney Cairns and his team did a great job and everything was done super fast and I couldn’t be more happier. I am thankful for them and I highly, highly recommend them.

Posted by Joanne | May 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Divorce made easy 101

I couldn't be happier with Mr. Cairn's law firm. I simply searched online for a simple, non- contested divorce as well as an affordable one. I saw very good reviews for this law firm and they were very true. Mr. Cairns notified about every detail of my status as well as any fees that may occur if cer...tain things weren't completed by the other side. This was very easy and painless. Thanks so much!

James Cairns

Replied last May 08, 2020

Joanne, We are more than happy to have been of help to you! We wish you all the best moving forward. Congratulations to a new beginning!

Posted by Jeanne | May 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Choice!

I have had nothing but an absolutely exceptional relationship with Cairns Law Office!! I would recommend them to anyone seeking divorce. The paperwork was extremely easy and the process was quick. They answered every question along the way in a more than timely manner. Thank you for giving me my life... back. Jeanne

James Cairns

Replied last May 08, 2020

Jeanne, We do all that we can to work efficiently and keep things simple for our clients. We are more than happy to have been of help to you! Enjoy this new chapter in your life. Congratulations!

Posted by Tiffany | May 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Easy Divorce

No fault divorce process very easy and quick to complete. Instructions included and easy to follow.

James Cairns

Replied last May 08, 2020

Tiffany, Thank you for taking the time to review our firm. We are happy to know that this was an easy process for you.

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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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