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.

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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 anonymous | August 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney

pernell cooke

-Service was excellent -communication was really down to earth, and they listen to your concerns via email -I think the instructions are too redundant and that makes it difficult to follow. I was intimidated by the instructions because they harped on the penalties for any simple mistake.

Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Quick and Efficient

The Cairns law firm got me my divorce that I waited 11 years to get. Start to finish took about 2 1/2 months which is pretty quick. One of the things I liked about this firm is that they allow you to make payments towards your bill until paid in full and then will continue with your case. They kep...t me up to date on the progress of my case once the papers were filed and gave me realistic time lines for completion. Additional costs for certain things was a little outrageous though.

Posted by Kenneth | December 21, 2021 | Bankruptcy & Debt

No fault divorce

Found the process easy and complete. Everything was done by email, the hardest part was waiting the 91days after the court issued the decoration. Thank you for the inexpensive and thorough process . Ken

James Cairns

Replied last March 16, 2022

We are as fast as the law allows us to be, and are happy to have helped you in an inexpensive and easy way. Thanks for your review. Best wishes.

Posted by Brian | November 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

I'd use again

He got me my divorce. He's honest about all fee's, and tells you exactly what to do. Though there is NO, and I emphasize NO surprise charges, or fees, there are a lot of potential ones. Some I understand, and completely agree with, however some I don't understand. I for one don't like using the post ...office as they aren't reliable as they once were. So I took papers to his office only to find out on the door of said office if I hand deliver them I'll be charged a fee. I honestly can't remember how much, but this is a perfect example of a fee I just can't wrap my head around, and the only reason I gave 4 and not 5 stars. All in all I'd use his service again, as he did his job admirably.

James Cairns

Replied last November 16, 2021

Thanks for your review. I'm happy that I could help you. Just to clear some things up... we don't require you to use the post office. You can mail your documents to us any way you'd like. FedEx, UPS, DHL, or any other way. I discourage in-person delivery documents in-person for a couple of reasons. One is safety, the other is work-flow. I help about 4,000 new clients a year, give or take. Along with spouses, that's a potential 8,000 different people knocking on the door each year. While the vast majority are good people, there are some that are not so nice. Also, in order to provide a safe environment and low fees, you must request an appointment in advance and pay a $35 fee to drop off documents in person. That way, I can assure that I have at least two staff members available to see you (for everyone's safety), and that we are compensated for extra time it takes to receive your visit and review your documents. I hope this explains things a little better. Thanks again for your business!

Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Divorce

I needed an uncontested divorce and it was fast and easy. Would highly recommend

James Cairns

Replied last March 16, 2022

Fast and easy is the name of our game. Thanks for your review!

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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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