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

Divorce

When every other lawyer wanted to charge an arm and a leg for a divorce, I founds cairns law office online, and made my process so much smooth easy and affordable, so very happy and I would recommend him to anyone , very pleased

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Our fees are affordable and we do have payment options.

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

Easy process!!

We used Cairns Law for our divorce. The process was extremely efficient and easy! The firm was very communicative throughout the process, we were never left wondering where things were in the process. I'd highly recommend to anyone looking for a no-hassle, quick and smooth legal process.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Our process is easy but we always try to keep communication open with our clients.

Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2018

Excellent work

Very good Lawyer

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Thank you

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

Shamefully Quick

Let me start by saying. I said Shamefully. Because I did not enter my marriage lightly. But life doesn't always go according to plan. So a divorce was needed. I contacted the Cairns law office on the web. Paid in full. And less than 6 weeks later. I had a legal binding document. And I did it ALL from... my phone. The instructions were concise and accurate. All the fees were taken care of in the initial payment. This law office made a very uncomfortable, unfortunate situation as painless as it could be. I want to thank them for their help. And to tell you all that I for one certainly vouch for James Cairns as a effective lawyer.

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Thank you very much for your positive feedback. Best of luck to you

Posted by Anthony | September 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney

A quick easy divorce

He and his team were quick to reply to any of my questions. I thought the process would take forever and be difficult, but it was so quick and easy to understand. I would recommend him to anyone. Very pleased!

James Cairns

Replied last September 28, 2018

Our team is always here to answer any questions in a timely manner.

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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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