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

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

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

1497 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 46 reviews | Staff & Support

Posted by Terry | November 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Easy divorce

James David Cairns and his associates made my divorce easy with 100% support and email reminders of deadlines approaching. Strongly recommend for anyone going through a divorce!

James Cairns

Replied last March 16, 2022

We are always right behind you to ensure you don't miss a step. I appreciate your recommendation.

Posted by NaeJay | May 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Absolute best option for a simple, uncontested divorce!

Cairns Law Firm was extremely easy to work with! I was able to obtain affordable & timely settlement agreement, divorce and QDRO filings by simply following a series of clear instructions and completing a few forms, provided by the firm. All of my email questions were addressed by Attorney Cairns a...nd his team, for no extra charge, within 1-2 business days. The whole process was pretty seamless. Attorney Cairns is definitely the man to hire for simple, uncontested divorce services. With their help, I am finally free!

James Cairns

Replied last May 27, 2021

"Hi NaeJay, we are glad to hear you had such a pleasant experience with our firm. It was a pleasure working with you.”

Posted by Janelle | November 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

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 Carmen | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Respectful and Fast

I am very pleased with the services of this law firm. After trying a couple of do it yourself kits with poor instructions and hiring a lawyer that ended up stealing the money and lied about submitting paper. I was directed to Mr. Cairns. Everything was clear from the beginning no hidden fees and clea...r simple instructions. Nancy and the rest of the staff help me with every questions. They also provided emotional support and assure me that everything will be okay. I am so thankful first to God for guiding me to them and then to the firm for being helpful and honest. Thank you

James Cairns

Replied last October 15, 2020

Hello Carmen, I am sorry that you had the prior experience with the other law firm that you did. I am pleased to know that the handling of your case at my firm went so well. " Helpful and honest" is how it should always be.

Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

My divorce was very fast and the lawyers at this is place was awesome. Quick responses to my emails and very helpful information.

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello, Thank you very much for your kind words. I am so happy to hear that you found your experience with us such a positive one.

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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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