James David Cairns III's Reviews

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Posted by maria | August 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Divorce

I have not received my copy of the divorce. My ex husband got his a week ago through regular mail. I paid all the money for this divorce so that is frustrating. Other than that, the process was easy

James Cairns

Replied last August 07, 2017

Hi Maria: The court mails your spouse and us the decree at the same time, so he'll get his decree before you do. This was explained in the instructions that we emailed you. No worries, though- your certified decree will processed and mailed to you very soon! Thanks for your business!

Posted by Patricia | August 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Easy Divorce

While I had no problem with this law firm, I did have a problem with their constant reminders of telling me how much I'd have to pay if I called them with a question or if I had a question after I'd submitted any paperwork. I realize that the cost was unbeatable, but I could tell that they really did...n't care about me as a client, and just wanted to get their money. Even saying that, I would still recommend them if you have a simple uncontested divorce like mine.

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James Cairns

Replied last September 22, 2023

Thanks for taking the time to recommend and review my divorce services. I take my job very seriously and I care about each client. I was in your shoes once, too. I started my divorce law firm after I went through a tough divorce, with the idea that divorce didn't have to cost an arm and a leg, take forever, and that there could be clear, responsive, and proactive communications. I'm upfront about phone call fees from the beginning of the process in the Client Services Agreement. When you call, I also remind you so you aren't blindsided with fees. If I did not charge for each phone call, I'd have to raise my fees, which would undermine the whole reason I went into this business. Emails are always free, and they allow me to provide great service and control the workflow at the same time. I've only had a handful of clients pay a phone consultation fee since clients decide they'd rather save money and that an email is good enough. I hope this explanation is helpful.

Posted by Julian | November 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney

They got the job done

Hired Mr Cairns in April of 2019. Due to a stubborn ex-spouse it took 6 months to get my divorce granted, which was no fault of Mr Cairns. The emails that I sent to his office (which is the best way to contact them) were answered by one of the rudest people that I have ever dealt with. Not only were ...they extremely sarcastic but whoever this person was (assistant, receptionist, paralegal, etc) did not bother to fully answer several questions that I had and it was left to me to Google several answers that I was looking for. Mr Cairns got the job done, but he needs to re-evaluate the staff that he has hired. Due to this I would not recommend his office.

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James Cairns

Replied last November 05, 2019

Hi Julian, I'm sorry that you feel that you were treated rudely. I have carefully reviewed all the correspondence between my office and you, and cannot see where we were rude. We answered all of your questions promptly and professionally. Even with your spouse's delay, we were able to obtain your divorce decree for you withing the time-frame that we estimated. We do have an answering service that forwards calls to us. It is possible that you were asking them questions that they would not have been able to answer. As you know, once a case is started, the best way to contact us is through email, which is always free of charge, so I'm not sure why you would have had occasion to call. At any rate, I'm sorry that you had a bad experience, and while this is the first time I've had a complaint about them in over 8, I will certainly have a word with the answering service to be sure we are on the same page. Thank you for your review.

Posted by Toni L | September 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Mrs. Toni Bordonaro

Mr. Cairns was my divorce lawyer..and did what he said..I did not like if you had a question and wanted to talk you would be charged extra.. you had to email and I only heard from paralegals.. They are good but I would want to talk to someone

James Cairns

Replied last September 21, 2018

Hi Toni, I have to say that I'm pretty confused and bummed out. I really try to do my best for all of my clients, and I take reviews very seriously. I did the work you paid for and I was "good", but you gave me two stars anyhow, even though I told you up front that phone calls were extra in the Client Services Agreement. I never charge extra for any emails and questions are answered within one business day or often less. Unfortunately, I have to charge for phone calls because otherwise I'd have clients calling all the time and I'd have no time for new clients. Then I'd have to charge the big bucks that other attorneys charge. If you check with other attorneys, you'll find that they charge you for every email and phone call. I charge a flat rate and always answer emails for free. I hope this helps explain my position. I'm sorry that my best wasn't good enough. I thank you for your business, regardless.

Posted by CHRISTINA | October 01, 2018

YOU MADE ME THE HAPPIEST WOMAN IN THE WORLD!!!!!

MY DIVORCE WAS QUICK, EASY AND NO DRAMA. I AM SO GLAD I WENT WITH THIS LAWYER. I CAN NOT RECOMMEND THEM ENOUGH! I HOWEVER WILL MAKE A PROMISE TO NEVER NEED THEIR SERVICES AGAIN, BUT GLAD I FOUND THEM.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2018

Happy to hear

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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."

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."

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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