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 Diana | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic Service

Wanted to get a no-hassle divorce at a low price and James Cairns delivered. It was an easy process that was done very quickly and at a very affordable price. It made moving on with my new life stress free. I would recommend James to anyone who is looking for a divorce.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Thank you very much

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

The wonderful service provided by Mr. James David Cairns lll through my divorce.

Hi, I'm so delighted and over joy with the service I got from Mr. James David Cairns lll. I was wondering how I was going to find a solution to file for my divorce. So I went on line to search for a viable law firm. There were few that I contacted, but the minute I call the Cairn's law firm, my conve...rsation with the representative led me to the conclusion that Cairns law firm was the best that could handle my case. Trust me that was the right choice I made. In six weeks, Cairn's law firm was able to file and complete my divorce in the time they give me. Today my divorce is settled and I have move on. Thanks to you Mr. James David Cairns lll.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Sometimes taking a few some steps to research pays off.

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

Affordable & Quick!

Cairns handled my divorce very quickly and I am 100% satisfied with their services! All the paperwork was handled easily and quickly and made this divorce process very simple! I am glad to have this over with and this firm gave everything they advertised, I was very pleased! I would recommend them t...o anyone who wants to quickly and professionally handle your divorce.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Good, to know that we were part of your process.

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

Actually understands what "amicable" is

Mr. Cairns was a breath of fresh air to me and my husband. My husband originally hired an attorney that ended up costing $3,000 and produced no work that fit our needs because she did not understand what amicable meant. She did not spell our names correctly, put a different client's child custody arr...angement in our agreement, and did not listen to him when he told her he wanted to provide for me and his child in certain ways. It seems as though her family law practice was geared to take advantage of men going through a divorce... the opposite of what Mr. Cairns is offering. I am so happy I found this attorney, it helped me and my child tremendously, plus was completely affordable. This man has good ethics!

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Sorry to hear that you lost your time, money and patience. Glad to see that we got you in the right direction that you needed.

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

Quick Easy and Painless!!

I tried two other services that were very confusing and not very customer friendly. Jim was very helpful and straight forward throughout the entire process which was just over 4 weeks. That was a very fast and easy divorce.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Good to know that you third time was the perfect choice 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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