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

1490 Client Reviews

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

Divorce lawyer experience

His firm handled my divorce quickly and efficiently

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Thank you

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

Quick and easy

My husband and I wanted a clean and effortless split. We didn't have anything to divide. After reading about other divorce fiascos, lengthy separations and battles that cost an arm and a leg - this was so smooth and I am so greatful. Our names were a bit tricky so after several emails back and forth ...I received a follow up call which confirmed everything and it was smooth sailing from then on. Just read the emails carefully and you will find the process effortless.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Glad to know that our services and fees were right for you.

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

Straightforward and Inexpensive

I contacted Cairns to deal with filing the paperwork for a divorce with one party that was outside the country (but had US residence in PA) and one party who had moved out of PA. They dealt with the situation and advised me on what I needed to do quickly and in a way that was understandable without ...charging me by the hour to ask these questions. Payment was quite reasonable and everything went extremely smoothly. In my situation both sides were in agreement so I have no experience with them as advocates during a divorce, but if you are in agreement with your spouse and want an inexpensive and easy amicable divorce in PA, Cairns is a great place to go.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Thank you for your positive feedback.

Posted by Kiesha | September 28, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Business owner

The information on the site was easy and read and understand and they gave you step by step instructions on how to file your divorce . On top of that they are inexpensive

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Great to know that our website insite was helpful.

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

Did an amazing job

He did a great job and he was very helpful and got the work done in a timely manner would definitely recommend to anyone for getting a divorce done.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Thank you very much

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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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