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

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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

1493 Client Reviews

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

great law firm!!

Mr,Carins law firm made my divorce very easy. his online divorce forms was very easy for anyone to understand. They are very prompt and professional...always kept in touch with me regarding the divorce process and always answered my questions....thanks cairns law firm...

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Great to know that our forms are clear and understandable.

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

Honestly the easiest process ever

I spent 300 bucks on another divorce site and when I went to file my papers with the court they were not what I needed. I was devastated! I found Cairrn's law firm and before I sent them a dime I wanted to speak to someone. I called and they answered. They talked me through the process. I sent them m...y money and in less time than they promised (8 weeks) I had my divorce. I am still shoked all I went through. If only I found Cairns first, I would have saved time and money! Thank you so much Cairn's Law firm!

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Good to know that our law firm was helpful.

Posted by Cadkins2008 | October 01, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Best Experience with a Lawyer!

He made my divorce as easy as it was going to be lol It was money well spent. The site was so easy to navigate. I always got a response asap for my emails with questions and concerns. I got my final paperwork back from the court fast than stated. Happy with this law firm.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Our team exceeds any questions as soon as possbile.

Posted by Edie | October 01, 2018

A wonderful service

All the instructions were very easy to follow and the price was great. I'm so grateful for that at such a stressful time in my life. Very quick to respond with any questions. Thank you so much. I will recommend your services.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Wonderful news, glad that we could be help you.

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

A Godsend for me

When I inquired about filing divorce with local attorney's the minimum retainer they wanted was $750. There was no way I could afford that. I thought I would be stuck legally married to someone I wanted no parts of anymore. I felt like my life wasn't going to be my own ever again. It was so dishearte...ning. Then my son mentioned this law firm that was so affordable, so helpful and informative. I knew I couldn't go wrong and I didn't. It was affordable, easily done and so fast that I was amazed (so very happily of course!) I can't recommend him enough. Thanks to him setting up this website I could afford to take control of my life back and move on to happier times. Thank you so very much, from the bottom of my heart!

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

I am so happy that our service were affordable for you and we were able to help 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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