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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+ 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

1490 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 21 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

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 Erica | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Amazing experience, Fantastic results, Very quick and effecient

They were very quick to answer any questions I had in a professional, yet friendly manner. They were very specific as to what had to be done in each step of the divorce process. This whole experience was very scary going into, but I felt much more at ease knowing they were on my side. Would highly re...commend them to anyone in need!

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Great news. Its great knowing that our team was able to make your experience comfortable.

Posted by Harrison | October 01, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Very easy and fast process for when I had my divorce. Really knowledgeable and easy to talk to and the response time is quick. I highly recommend cairns law offices.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Thank you very much

Posted by Jerrica | October 01, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Jerrica's Experience

Mr. Cairns was extremely helpful throughout the entire divorce process. I loved that he was straight forward and to the point. He provided simple step by step instructions for everything that needed to be completed. He was also very quick to respond to any questions I had. I would send an email and... literally receive a response within minutes.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Excellent to know that our team was able to communicate with you in a timely manner.

Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Easy step by step divorce process

They take all the information draft all the necessary paperwork send it to both parties with detailed instructions and submit everything with the courts no hassle.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

We take care of all the paperwork for you, its part of our process.

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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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