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

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Payment Plans

Posted by Marie | March 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Speedy divorce

I am very happy with the service I received from James cairns law office. I started my case in mid December 2024 and my divorce was finalized 3/20/2025. The office was very prompt in response to questions I emailed. I do like that they do allow you to make payments on the services he provides.... I would highly recommend this law firm for a simple quick no fault divorce. I'd give them 10 stars if the rating allowed. Thank you. It feels good to have peace

Posted by Laura | July 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Quick, efficient, simple

When I started my divorce proceedings, I was referred to Cairns. A friend had used them previously for their own no fault, no fight divorce. They were so quick, simple and honestly CHEAP. All directions were thoroughly written and easily understandable. There were payment options available if nee...ded, as well as many options for time frames and what was needed as far as asset division, name changes, etc. They stayed in contact with me the entire time and I could not be happier with my results!

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Satisfied Client

This law firm was fast and efficient with my case. They allowed me to make flexible payments, and settled my case in less than 30 days.

James Cairns

Replied last October 23, 2019

We know divorces are not cheap. Our affordable prices and payment plans help those in need.

Posted by Chris | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fast and Easy

I chose a payment plan for my divorce. After I paid my fee I’m full, I received my paperwork. The paperwork process was easy. I selected a Normal time frame, and was granted my divorce about 2-3 weeks after I completed the paperwork and sent it back in.

James Cairns

Replied last April 10, 2019

Glad to know that our services met your needs.

Posted by Brett | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

They do everything they claim. It took them 21 days to get me divorced

I’m pasting the review I wrote for Cairns on Google. I was skeptical at first because it sounded way too good to be true, but it turns out they do EXACTLY what they say they’ll do. It took Cairns exactly 21 days to get me divorced!! I started the process with them on 2/6/19 and I got my divorc...e decree on 3/27/19. It would have been faster but my EX took her sweet time in getting the papers signed on her end. I didn’t get her signatures until 3/8/19. So in reality Cairns law firm took less than a month to do their job and most of that was simply waiting for the court to do their thing. I went with the fastest option but I can’t recall exactly what they call that. Expedited maybe? I never had to even talk to them. You are able to speak with them if you want to, but like any other law firm on earth you’ll have to pay them for their time and legal advice but it’s like $25 or something. Once I started the proces with them (I paid all at once but you don’t have to) I immediately got an email that contained attachments with every form I need and very detailed instructions telling me exactly what I needed to, how to do it, when to do it and what to expect at each step. It couldn’t have been made any easier. They tell you which forms to serve to your spouse, the different methods for doing that, which forms only you need to sign, which forms only your spouse needs to sign and which forms you’ll both need to sign. Fun fact, you can just give them to your spouse if you’re able to do that. You don’t HAVE to hire someone to serve them like you see in the movies. I guess most people aren’t civilized with each other enough to do that at that point. Serving is just a verifiable way to be able to get them the paperwork. It’s refreshing to find a business that really does do exactly what they claim. In my case they exceeded their claims. 21 days is all it took and I never even had to speak with them or go to court. I already have recommended them to a friend and two coworkers. Great business and I thank them!

James Cairns

Replied last April 10, 2019

Thank you for your sincere review, Best of Luck to you.

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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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