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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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

1490 Client Reviews

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Posted by Andrew | January 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional service at a very fair price.

The instructions they provided me were very easy to understand, which I appreciated very much. The upfront cost and other costs were communicated to me clearly and with no hidden fees at all. Speaking of the cost, the price of a dissolution through Cairns is extremely fair. Every communication fro...m Cairns to myself was quick and in common English, not “legalize”. If you’re reading this, I’m sorry for whatever road led you to this point, but Cairns is the way to go for a simple, cost effective marriage dissolution. I hope to all that is good in this world that I never need this service again so long as I live, but if I do, I will absolutely reach out the Cairns first.

James Cairns

Replied last January 22, 2021

Andrew, I am happy that you found our service to be an easy one from our emails to our instructions. We do all that we can to guide you to the finish line with as much ease as possible. Thank you for taking the time to review our firm and believing in what we do, to help others to have a fresh start. We wish you all the best in this new chapter of your life!

Posted by Carol | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

James Cairns divorce Attorney

James Cairns divorce Attorney is the best! Providing the best and excellent service my uncontested divorce process took 6 weeks this is why I recommend to choose the fastest service! Attorney James Cairns guided me every step of the way and was in constant communication! Definitely He is the best!

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Carol, Thank you for taking the time out of your day to leave us such a nice review. I am so happy things went quickly and easily for you. Congratulations on your new beginning!

Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fast and Easy Process

Great communication and made the process as stress free as possible. Would recommend to anyone going through a divorce

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hello, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are glad you found our process "stress-free". Thank you for the recommendation.

Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Rafael

Easy to work with, very quick and efficient. great communication, great pricin. Overall a flawless experience

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hello Rafael, We are so glad to hear you had a "flawless experience". Thank you for leaving us such a nice review.

Posted by Heather | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent service

Excellent fast service for a great price. No hoops to jump through. Highly recommend.

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hello Heather, We are so glad to hear that your experience was such a positive one with us. Thank you for such kind words.

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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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