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

1496 Client Reviews

Showing 146 - 150 of 281 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Angela | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Headache free divorce!

Jim Cairns made it so easy and stress free to file and complete my divorce. Any questions I had during the process were promptly answered and everything was thoroughly explained to me. There are SO many stresses to ending a marriage and moving on, I am so thankful that the actual divorce itself was ...the easiest part of it all. My (now ex) husband is currently serving a long sentence in prison and I was afraid that would complicate things when it came to the divorce but Mr. Cairns walked me through every step and I am still amazed at how easy it all was. I can't thank him enough!

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Great news. Happy for you that you were able to accomplished your divorced.

Posted by Matt | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Completing a divorce

I filed for a no fault divorce and my ex-wife and I had little to divide. Our divorce was fairly simple. That being said, Jim Cairns handled everything exactly how his website said they would. If you follow instructions exactly as they are given you will have zero issues. Any time I emailed Jim with ...a question his response was always received with in aprox 24 hours. Again, if you follow instructions you will have no issues with Jim's firm.

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Great to know that we were able to help you.

Posted by Amanda | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce/Name Change

Mr. Cairns was very helpful. I tend to ask some weird questions and he made me feel like they were normal and answered them within 24 hours (usually the same day). He kept me informed through the whole process. The instructions on how to fill out the paperwork were very clear and easy to understand. ...Mr. Cairns' prices are very low and I like that he offered a payment plan. If I every have to go through a divorce again, which I hope I do not, I would hire Mr. Cairns immediately.

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

No questions is weird, glad to know that we were able to answer any question for you.

Posted by Jennifer | October 02, 2018 | Uncontested Divorce

Smooth, easy process for amicable divorce

I contacted Attorney James Cairns III because I was seeking a simple divorce process. My ex-husband and I already agreed on dividing our assets and child custody matters and didn't want to spend lots of money or make it a long, drawn-out ordeal. The process Mr. Cairns has developed is extremely easy ...to execute. His office keeps you informed every step of the way with clear, easy-to-follow instructions. I was very satisfied with my experience.

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Great to know that our law firm was able to help you.

Posted by Robert | October 02, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Quick Work With No Hassles

Jim did a great job getting my divorce thru. He was prompt and courteous in answering questions and implementing corrections and changes where they were needed. Seemed my e-mails to him were most always answered within an hour! Now, can you beat that?

James Cairns

Replied last October 02, 2018

Thanks, communication is very important.

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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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