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

1493 Client Reviews

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

Efficient and easy to follow

This law office made things very easy to follow. They outline step by step what needs to be done and when. I had no questions and was kept up to date with what they received and when. I would definitely recommend this law firm for a straight forward easy divorce.

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hello Cheryl, thank you for taking the time to leave us such a nice review. I'm pleased to hear you found our process "very easy". Thank you for recommending us.

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

Very quick to respond.

Cairns attorney did an accurate and complete job with clear and to the point instructions to get my divorce procedure going in full swing to the day of finalization. I would highly recommend this lawyer for anyone who just needs a simple cheap divorce.

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hi Michael, Thank you very much for your kind words. We always try to be fast and meet all expectations.”. Quick with no worries is how it should be!”

Posted by Jason | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Thank you

The price was fair and not to expensive, they gave me a layout step by step which made it easy, they keep you updated and in my experience it was quicker then i though

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hello Jason, 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 Heith | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My divorce

My divorce was so quick and easy. I would recommend this to anyone. Its also cheap.

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hello Heith, Thank you for your review. Easy, fast, and affordable is the way it should always be!

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

Absolutely happy!

This Lawyer has made finalizing my divorce super easy and inexpensive! I have had absolutely no problems getting it done thanks to them! I would recommend them to anybody who asks me for advice! Thank you so much!

James Cairns

Replied last January 19, 2021

Hi Amy, Thank you for all your kind words. We strive to make this process "easy and inexpensive" Thank you for recommending us. Congratulations on your new beginning!

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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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