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

1505 Client Reviews

Showing 476 - 480 of 948 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Shane | February 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Divorce as promised

I found this lawyer on line and thought to be an easy way to have a divorce performed without the hassle of going to a court. Everything was online and explained in detail. After hiring James David Cairns III, I was contacted quickly about the steps and prices of a rush type divorce. I am now divorce...d and quite happy with the services that were provided to me. Everything happened exactly as it was stated.

James Cairns

Replied last February 13, 2019

Glad to know Shane that our service met your expectations.

Posted by Angel | February 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Uncontested divorce

Mr. Cairns lll helped me from day 1 with answering any and all questions I had about getting a divorce. He laid out a step by step guide of what was to come during the process of filing for an uncontested divorce. The process was quick,easy and affordable.

James Cairns

Replied last February 08, 2019

Glad to know that our steps helped you out and our fees met your needs.

Posted by Rashanna | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Nurse

He is a beast!!! I love him & will b recommending his services to a few people I know! He had my ENTIRE DIVORCE completed in less than 30 days! I am officially a free and happy woman!

James Cairns

Replied last January 24, 2019

Thank you for your review. Happy that we were able to help you.

Posted by Shavon | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Excellent service

Cairns law office was very helpful with my divorce...every question and concern I had was answered quickly and professionally. I was divorced in as little as a month which I thought was very quick! I would strongly recommend this office to help anyone get a divorce thank u so much James Cairns III.

James Cairns

Replied last January 23, 2019

Glad to hear that our office was able to help you.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Fast and easy!

The service really is simple and easy. The process was very clear and I was beyond overwhelmed from the start. I didn’t have to do much but follow instructions and get the paperwork completed quickly. And boom, divorce granted in less time than I expected.

James Cairns

Replied last January 23, 2019

Glad to hear that we felt our process was easy.

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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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