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 11 - 15 of 67 reviews | Trustworthiness

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

Highly recommend!!

Attorney Cairns provided exactly what I was looking for - facilitating the paperwork and filing. They made it super easy and straightforward and I knew exactly what I needed to do any every step. They also followed through on their end very quickly and delivered on everything promised. If you have a ...non-contested divorce I would highly recommend their services. The office staff was also very personable and helpful.

James Cairns

Replied last November 25, 2020

Hello Melissa, I am very glad we were able to help you get divorced quickly and easily. We greatly appreciate the recommendation. Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a nice review!

Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

I Feel Free

I want to say thank you to James Cairns III . Everything he said was true to his words . It was easy , fast and affordable . I would recommend Cairns Lawyer Office to anyone. Thank you again for your service.

James Cairns

Replied last October 15, 2020

Hello, You are welcome! I am very glad that you found us true to our words. Easy, fast, and affordable is the way it should always be!

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 Lori | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Best Firm

I was super amazing with the professionalism and clear communication that was uses between both parties. It was not only fast but super easy. If I had a question it was answered In a timely manner. I felt at ease knowing my case was in good hands. Thank you so much!!!

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Lori, We are so happy to hear that you found us professional and that we communicated well. Fast and "Super easy" is what we are all about.

Posted by Dolores | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Easy Peasy!

Cairns was very helpful from the beginning to the end! Any questions I had, were answered expeditiously and honestly. I would refer them to anyone who has an uncontested divorce hands down! Thank you Cairns!

James Cairns

Replied last October 14, 2020

Hello Dolores, Thank you so much for the kind words. I am glad that you found our services honest and expeditious. Thank you for taking the time to review our services and recommending us to others.

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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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