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

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 ROBIN | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Uncontested divorce

Was done professionally as described. Within the time limit, it was a pleasure doing business with Caims law office.

James Cairns

Replied last September 26, 2018

Thank you

Posted by Stephanie Hampton | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Services

Considering how difficult the divorce process could be, I found the services provided by Mr. Cairns to be very simple in instruction and easy to follow. He laid out exactly what to do, step by step and in layman's terms and how to contact the office should the need arise. I felt very confident that m...y case was being handled with professionalism. Mr. Cairns made the entire process seamless from beginning to end and I would recommend him.

James Cairns

Replied last September 26, 2018

Thank you very much

Posted by Adina | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Price, Fast Service, and Wonderful Communication

I found this lawyer online, and after speaking with lawyers from larger law firms that made me feel rushed and confused, I decided that after reading all the information Cairns provided on their website, and after reading reviews from past clients, I decided this would be easier, and cheaper, than de...aling with a big law firm. I followed all the steps on their Divorce Wizard online, I chose the longer divorce because I wasn't really in a rush, and I still received my divorce decree in less than 4 weeks from the date I returned my signed copies to them. I would absolutely recommend them to every one of my friends and coworkers.

James Cairns

Replied last September 26, 2018

Wonderful. We are here to help our clients, So happy to know that your research made you feel confident and less stressful to choose our law firm.

Posted by Heather | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Affordable divorce.

I hired the Cairns Law Firm to represent me in my divorce. It was a relief to be able to not miss work. I called a couple other attorneys and they wanted between $2,500. and $3 500. retainer fees for an uncontested divorce. My divorce was quick and easy. It cost $619.00 for the "Rush" service.

James Cairns

Replied last September 26, 2018

Excellent!! Our service save you money.

Posted by Adrienne | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Divorce Done Fast and Easy

They explained it thoroughly before I rec'd the paperwork..The paperwork was so easy to read..it made sure you knew to read it 3 times over before you did anything and to email them with any and all questions...

James Cairns

Replied last September 26, 2018

We try to make our documents easy for our clients to understand.

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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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