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

1496 Client Reviews

Showing 351 - 355 of 425 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Joshua A. McKinney | September 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce-Very pleased with this company.

I was pleased on how easy this was to do. The directions were very clear and I was completely satisfied with the results. I received a divorce in less than I every expected. I would recommend this lawyer to anyone that is getting a divorce. You will be completely satisfied too.

James Cairns

Replied last September 27, 2018

Wonderful to hear that our services meant your expectations.

Posted by Paulina | September 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

On time and Detail Service

I am currently living abroad and needed a law service that was accessible via the internet. Please know that my divorce case was the case for mutual agreement. I found James David Cairns Firm browsing online. From day one they were very responsive. They were available at all times, and of course very... clear with the steps and rules of the process. I am pleased with their service and therefore I highly recommend them to you.

James Cairns

Replied last September 27, 2018

Thank you very much for you recommendation.

Posted by Jessica | September 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce done fast and simple

I found James Cairns firm through the internet looking for an affordable divorce. I live on a budget, and found his services to be reasonable. He has payment options if you can not pay in full. Everything was done through email. All the instructions were step by step and easy to understand. I expect...ed my divorce to be done longer than it actually was. i am very pleased and would recomend his firm.

James Cairns

Replied last September 27, 2018

Happy to hear that our affordable fees and payment options where able to help get your divorce.

Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My divorce

Everything with my divorce was done quicker then the timeframe they gave me. All the instructions were easy to understand. And I would hire them again if I ever needed another divorce. And I was never charged more then what was stated and only got charged for the services I wanted.

James Cairns

Replied last September 27, 2018

We take our clients seriously, and won't charge any extra for services that you don't need.

Posted by Enrique | September 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Diligent and effective

I always heard about how divorces are a pain and burn a hole in your pocket. But in my experience with Mr. Cairns, the most trouble I had to do was find a post office and send the papers. He works exceedingly fast and always keep constant communication giving status update. I personally thank Mr. Cai...rns for being so diligent on this matter and I highly recommend him.

James Cairns

Replied last September 27, 2018

Wonderful to hear that our services were helpful.

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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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