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

1497 Client Reviews

Showing 136 - 140 of 268 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Excellent service

Their service was very simple and understanding for me when I had an issue with something they would email me back and tell me what I had to do. Recommended service to someone who is looking to get a divorce to do it inexpensive it works for me thank you.

James Cairns

Replied last December 13, 2018

Good to know that our staff was there always willing to help and guide you in every step of the way.

Posted by jabari | December 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

couldn't ask for better

Never met him but he got the job done fast for a fair price. Clear directions thru email

James Cairns

Replied last December 12, 2018

Thank you for your honest opinion.

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Farmer client

Divorce aren’t easy,but being represented by Cairns Law Firms. The whole process were easy. Everything you need to know and do are spelled out page by page. The Firm is very experience and knowledgeable. I understand that is not what you which in your relationship but in an unfortunate situation, w...here you have to divorce, Call Cairns Laws Office and you be glad you did.

James Cairns

Replied last December 12, 2018

LIfe is not always rainbows and butterfly. Life is hard and we understand that things happen. GLad to know that our services were here to help you thru this process.

Posted by J | October 02, 2018

Get your money's worth!

Attorney Cairns is professional, quick and caring. He made me feel like a person, and not just another case in a file. I was always informed about my case, and was never left guessing as to what was going to happen next. The explanations given were clear and easy to follow, which really helped, be...cause I was under a lot of stress and had a hard time keeping up with myself. His fees are more than reasonable. I really got my money's worth, which says a lot, especially in these hard economic times.

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

I understand that divorce is not easy, I been there myself. Glad to know that we were able to help you.

Posted by Angela | October 02, 2018

Headache free divorce!

Jim Cairns made it so easy and stress free to file and complete my divorce. Any questions I had during the process were promptly answered and everything was thoroughly explained to me. There are SO many stresses to ending a marriage and moving on, I am so thankful that the actual divorce itself was ...the easiest part of it all. My (now ex) husband is currently serving a long sentence in prison and I was afraid that would complicate things when it came to the divorce but Mr. Cairns walked me through every step and I am still amazed at how easy it all was. I can't thank him enough!

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Great news. Happy for you that you were able to accomplished your divorced.

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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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