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

1490 Client Reviews

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Posted by brittani | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The way to go... fast and simple!!!

Cairns law office is amazing!!! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a fast, simple, cheaper alternative! Easy to start, fast to finish! I've been waiting 3 years to get a divorce because it's so expensive and literally in 2 months with cairns law office ...... I'm DIVORCED!!!!!! Than...k you cairns law office for everything you've done!!! Ohh I have to say one more thing I knew I thought in the beginning...... I didn't believe in the online lawyer shenanigans about divorce... it's so simple, just pay fill out here, pay here. I always felt it was a scam!! BUT after reading reviews I decided to go for it!! I went for it and it was the best thing I ever did!!! Cairns law office is not a scam! They are the real deal! So anyone afraid to take the step.... don't be!!! Do it and I guarantee it will be the best decision in your life! (:

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Thank you for the positive feedback.

Posted by Andrea | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

General feedback

This firm was recommended to me for a quick divorce without the added expense. To my surprise, I received my final decree in less than four weeks after I siubmitted my completed paperwork----AWESOME JOB!!!!

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Thank you very much

Posted by Mary | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional in a timely manner

If you're looking for professionalism then you are at the right place. You get to select how soon you would like to be free. Everything is handle from there hassle free. I'm smiling thanks to Cairns Law Services.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

The client choices how fast they need the service and we take care of the processing.

Posted by Cortney | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fast and efficient

I would recommend this service to anyone who is looking for a quick and simple divorce. Communicated well with me as to what I needed to do.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Our step by step instructions and emails help us communicate with our clients.

Posted by Kevin | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Experience

Cairns Law provided care free service. They took care of everything and kept me informed throughout the whole process. I couldn't have asked for a better law firm to represent me than Cairns. If you want professionalism and a carefree experience then you MUST use Cairns.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Thank you very much

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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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