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

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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 Olivia | September 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Efficient, speedy and professional service

This was a difficult time in my life and a big step to take and i wasn’t sure if using this lawyer online would work out. From the very first time I contacted him everything was so thorough. He kept in constant communication with me throughout the entire process. It’s refreshing to be able to go thro...ugh such a big step in life and have a lawyer that keeps his word and provides you with comfort by doing his job in great detail. I’m glad i chose him and now that my divorce is final I’m going to definitely recommend to my friends and family if they are ever in need of his services.

James Cairns

Replied last September 25, 2018

We know that divorces are not easy and it is a big step. Thank you for choosing us and we are glad that our services made you feel comfortable to trust us.

Posted by Maria | September 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Lawyer

I would highly recommend. Anytime I had questions they were always answered quickly through emails. The process of the divorce was quickly executed.

James Cairns

Replied last September 25, 2018

Even with the high volume of calls or emails we do our best to reach out as soon as possible.

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Service, just make sure to pick the right "speed" option

Attorney Cairns does what he claims. He will get you a divorce fast. They communicate well and make the process easy and efficient by using self-guided questionnaires that guide you through everything step by step. They also tell you EXACTLY how the process will play out and the timeline involved.... You can trust that. The only thing I would do differently if I was them would be to not recommend the rush option to people who have been separated two years or less for a non-contested divorced. They promise it will be done in 3.5 - 4 months with a rush option. They also say they will send the final divorce paperwork certified and give you the tracking # (if you get the Rush option). The problem is that you have a 91 day waiting period from the day the court files the paperwork until you can proceed. After that, they send your documentation into the court for them to make the final approval. They are at the complete mercy of the court of when that will happen. I believe mine took 12-15 days for them to approve. I paid for the Rush option and it took a little over 4 months to complete. Again, this isn't Attorney Cairns fault. The process itself takes a long time and unless you mail everything the same day it is due that is the only way you will MAYBE get it done in that timeframe. If you have been separated for two years then you don't need to worry about the 91 day period so feel free to use the rush service. Again, this was a great service and was easy and I would recommend it.

James Cairns

Replied last September 25, 2018

Thank you for expressing your positive feeddback.

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Divorce

The process was very easy and quick. Thank you for all you have done.. it took me 20 years ro be able to do this.

James Cairns

Replied last September 25, 2018

No matter how many years, you took the first step and we got you to the finish line.

Posted by Heather | September 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Very professional

I was very pleased with the entire process. I had a few questions and they were answered promptly and professionally.

James Cairns

Replied last September 25, 2018

Thank you

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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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