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

1490 Client Reviews

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Posted by Stella | May 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

James Cairns III Review

I had a very good experience with Mr. Cairns and his law firm! The only encouragement I would offer is that he provide the hard copies of the documents just in case the client does not have access to a printer. Also, provide prepaid envelopes. That would make me give a higher rating. Otherwise, every...thing and everyone was very friendly and professional.

James Cairns

Replied last May 27, 2021

Thank you for your review and recommendations.

Posted by Jason | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Excellent communication

Whenever i had a question, they responded very quickly and thoroughly. Only negative thing is I just wish it wasn't a free service

James Cairns

Replied last October 15, 2020

Hello Jason, Thank you so much for your kind words. I am glad that you found things to go quickly. Thanks for the chuckle. Our services might not be free, but they are very affordable!

Posted by Dominic | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Very Fast and Affordable

I paid for the cheapest package which says it takes between 13-16 weeks I wasn’t expecting it to be finalized until sometime in October but it’s already finished in early August I am very pleased on how fast the office works and they made the process very easy for me. The only reason I didn’t give 5 ...stars is because I tried contacting about adding the name change after I already paid and never got an answer, it ended up only costing me $20 more to get the name change done myself so not a huge issue.

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Dominic, I am happy that we were able to deliver in less time than you expected. I am glad that you found this experience "fast and easy". Thank you for taking the time to review our services.

Posted by Gifty | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Divorce

My lawyer was in communication with through email and when ever I email him, he was very excited to respond to me. It was very good working with him and I appreciate it.

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Gifty, I am so pleased to hear that your experience with my firm was a positive one. Thank you for taking the time to post your review and accolades.

Posted by Monica | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Non fault divorce

I love how easy it was and everything was done on a timely matter if u have everything done correctly thir should be no extra charge the communication was done great it got back to me on a timely manner over all experience was great it took only a month or 2 I don't really have no negative things to ...say I got recommended by a friend and that's how I got it I was skeptical but everything turned out very well and this is a real review by someone honest and blunt

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Monica, I am pleased to hear that working with my firm met your expectations. Thank you for your kind words!

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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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