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
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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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

Showing 1 - 5 of 37 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Laura | June 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional and easy

I had a simple divorce and this process was perfect. Affordable, great communication, and no spammy emails pushing other services. Complete, detailed, transparent and simple instructions in the emails..Do what the instructions say and you will have no problems Would recommend without hesitation....

James Cairns

Replied last June 19, 2025

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re so glad to hear that our process met your expectations—especially in terms of clarity, affordability, and respectful communication. We truly appreciate your recommendation and wish you the very best moving forward.

Posted by Martin | February 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional and Incredible

From day one, they were truly professional and courteous with my needs involving a divorce. They truly made this a very smooth, and stress free endeavor. They were informative, precise, and helpful with every step along this process. I cannot offer enough thanks for everything they did along this cha...pter of my life.

James Cairns

Replied last March 07, 2025

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words! We're so glad we could provide a smooth and stress-free experience during such an important time in your life

Posted by Anna | October 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorced, at last!

I came from Asia and it was a struggle at first on how to proceed with my divorce. I went to different places and they did not help and the fees they were giving me cost an arm and a leg. I almost gave up. My colleague told me to consult Cairns Offices and they assisted me throughout the process and ...they were so nice and very accommodating. Thank you so much for all your help!

James Cairns

Replied last October 24, 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us and for the kind words. We are glad we were able to help you through this process.

Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Quick and Easy Uncontested Divorce

The entire process of my divorce was made incredibly easy thanks to Cairns Law Office. Everything was explained to me very well. I received communication via email as soon as next steps were prepared along with being provided updates about the paperwork process. They communicated an error to me that ...I had made immediately in order to have it quickly corrected. I was nervous when I started the process of looking for a divorce lawyer. I was impressed with the reviews I had found for Cairns Law Offices, and now as a happily divorced woman I am so happy I chose Cairns Law Offices.

James Cairns

Replied last October 01, 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for the kind words. We strive to make this difficult process easier for our clients.

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Best law firm ever!!!

He did everything that he said he would do. And everything was done professionally and quickly.

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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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