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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+ 13
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

1502 Client Reviews

Showing 131 - 135 of 428 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Heather | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Recently divorced

I hired Cairns law office for my divorce online. This process was very simple and easy and cheap as well. I anticipated my divorce to be complicated and take awhile but with Cairns it was not. It was quicker than expected. I highly recommend this law office.

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hello Heather, We strive for excellence with all of our clients. I am so happy to know that was your experience! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this kind review and recommend us to others!

Posted by Janelle | November 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Great firm to do business with!

Cairns Law Offices helped me through my uncontested divorce quickly and efficiently! The staff was extremely responsive and ALWAYS helpful when I had a question! It is also extremely affordable and the process went more quickly than I expected! I would recommend them to all of my family and friends! ...So glad I found them!

James Cairns

Replied last November 25, 2020

Hello Janelle, We here at Cairns Law Offices strive to make things very easy and affordable. I am so glad you found our services to exceed your expectations. Thank you for such a nice review and the recommendation. We are happy you found us too.

Posted by Nichole | November 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Review

This firm did an awesome job of representing me during my divorce. They made the process easy and fast. Would definitely recommend their services

James Cairns

Replied last November 25, 2020

Hello Nichole, We love to hear that we did an "awesome job"! Happy to hear the process was "easy and fast". Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review.

Posted by Nichole | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Divorce made simple

Attorney Cairns represented me in my uncontested divorce and I would highly recommended him to anyone! The entire process from beginning to end took 7 weeks and cost under $500. He was professional and responsive. Thank you!

James Cairns

Replied last October 15, 2020

Hello Nichole, Thank you so much for your kind words. We always try to make this process quick and easy, as well as keeping you well informed every step of the way.

Posted by Anthony | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Divorcee

I was very pleased with the service i received. Anytime i had a question, i sent a email, and got an answer within a day or two. Once i did my part in getting my divorce papers signed. In less than 3 weeks my divorce was final. I would definitely recommend this law office. I give them a 5 star rat...ing.

James Cairns

Replied last October 15, 2020

Hello Anthony, Thank you for the FIVE STAR review! I am happy to know that things went swiftly, and your questions were answered efficiently along the way. Also, thank you for recommending us to others!

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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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