Please Note:
The information in this web site is not intended to constitute legal advice or to create an attorney-client relationship.
If you act first and then ask for legal advice it will very expensive to fix the problems you unintentionally created, assuming the problems can ever be fixed.
We know you are stressed, overwhelmed and afraid of what may come next. You dread each time the phone rings or someone knocks on the door. If you watch the videos and fill out the questionnaire (below) I will do my best to give you the tools necessary to make informed decisions about your unique situation.
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♥ This quote from one of our wonderful clients may help you understand the importance of reading and following directions.
Thank you. It was a pleasure and privilege to be your client. I am continually grateful that I was led to you to help me through my bankruptcy process. You are truly the best of the best and it would be a welcome honor to share my most wonderful and painless experience I had with you as my guide and wise counsel with anyone at any time. I have never read directions and followed rules more thoroughly in my life, and I couldn’t be more grateful for your master-planned website and life experience in this profession to make sure I remained educated and on track throughout. For your guidance, infinite knowledge and wisdom, professional-counsel and encouragement, I am most grateful. I sing your and Jay’s praises from the rooftops for the array of help and guidance I received. K.
Diane L. Drain, lawyer, consumer advocate, retired law professor, wife and mother
I know this is a stressful time and don’t want to make gathering information difficult, but I really want to give you the best legal advice I can. This is like your doctor requiring blood test and x-rays in order to correctly diagnose a medical problem.
REVIEW BANKRUPTCY EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS
The links below are to nine very short videos for Bankruptcy basics about the bankruptcy process and players. We require that you (and your spouse) watch all the videos in order to clearly comprehend the process involved in filing bankruptcy, your duties in filing bankruptcy and dispel many myths about bankruptcy.
REVIEW LIST OF ARIZONA EXEMPTIONS - PRINT A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS
Please proceed to Review the List of Arizona Exemptions AFTER you have watched all the Videos
IMPORTANT: Please print a copy for use in our discussion:
ON-LINE QUESTIONNAIRE - MUST BE FILLED OUT COMPLETELY
The general review form is intended to provide me with sufficient information so I can properly advise you about bankruptcy and other options. If bankruptcy is appropriate then we will talk about which type of bankruptcy will accomplish your goals.
This information will also assist in identifying specific areas of concern that could lead to difficulty for you – whether or not you file for bankruptcy.
We promise that just because you send us this information there no commitment to filing for bankruptcy protection. There are situations when the best course is to wait before filing a bankruptcy, if ever. Any information you provide to our office will be held in strictest confidence.
Internet Explorer users – you may see a small pop-up window at the bottom of your computer screen that reads “Secured content is displayed”, then a box “show all content” MAKE SURE TO MARK THAT BOX OTHERWISE YOU CANNOT SEE THE FORM. This does not happen in Firefox or Chrome.
FREE CONSULTATION WITH DIANE
These discussions are always with Diane Drain and can be scheduled at your convenience. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the form please contact us at 602.246.7106.
IMPORTANT: In order to prepare for our discussion please print the list of Download List Of Arizona Exemptions (1909 downloads) . Our discussion with start with a review about the property you own and if it is protected from your creditors. It is important for you to be familiar with the list.
WHAT NOW THAT I COMPLETED MY PHONE CONFERENCE WITH DIANE?
Assuming Diane agreed to help you with a bankruptcy she will either send you two emails or suggest you contact her when you are ready:
(1) from her “What’s Next”,
(2) from MyCaseInfo where you will fill out information necessary for the bankruptcy process.
WHY CHOOSE ME AS YOUR LAWYER?
Why choose our firm – because this firm never has been or will be a bankruptcy “mill” made of up inexperienced or indifferent lawyers. YOU DESERVE BETTER!!
I practiced law since 1985 and find the most dangerous false impression is that bankruptcy is a “one size fits all”. The truth is exactly the opposite – it is extremely rare for one person’s financial and life circumstances to be the same as another. My goal is to customize legal advice to your unique history, needs and wants; all for a very reasonable price.
See the comments from our wonderful clients made about how we helped them find that fresh start.
FIRST MAJOR CONCERN ’WHAT WILL THIS COST ME"
First, our clients will tell you that my fees are very reasonable. They all appreciate that our initial discussion is free.
We all fear the cost of hiring any professional. I realize that price is important, but what is more important is receiving competent advice. Otherwise, you will have a miserable experience and waste a lot of money trying to fix errors caused by improper advice or planning. Remember “it costs more to fix a problem then it costs to do it right the first time“.
We need to know more about your unique situation before we can give you an accurate cost for our help. The information you provide will help me diagnose any problems and explain how best to fix those problems (some that you never realized would be problems). It may be that bankruptcy is not an option, or may only be one of several options. This type of diagnosis and planning takes time and experience.
See article “What is a Simple Bankruptcy?”
MY ADVICE - GET MORE THAN ONE OPINION
Talk to more than one experienced lawyer. As you interview various law firms, look for a law firm with a good balance of pricing, experience and integrity.
See article How to Hire a Good Attorney.
Article: The Most Difficult Part of Bankruptcy Has Nothing to Do With Money.
THE ENTIRE CHAPTER 7 PROCESS
LINK TO NEXT STEPS AFTER PHONE CONSULTATION
(for use only after telephone conference with Diane)
