Published On: February 11, 2024
All Attorneys Must Return Client Calls, Even Flat-Fee Attorneys Attorneys are required to return client calls and respond to client's concerns, even flat-fee attorneys. In a recent bankruptcy case, In re: [...]
Published On: May 21, 2021
SCOTT MICHAEL FORRESTER, DISBARRED BY THE STATE BAR OF ARIZONA. EFFECTIVE MAY 5, 2021. UPDATE – A SECOND DISBARMENT (AUGUST 12, 2021) AND SUSPENSION (AUGUST 10, 2021) ENTERED BY THE [...]
Published On: June 1, 2019
Ever wonder how our court system works? It is rather confusing when you talk to me about bankruptcy and how that interacts with your creditor’s lawsuit and potential garnishment of your wages and bank accounts. [...]
Published On: March 2, 2019
The insurance company’s first offer is based on the hope you will take the quick money and run. Lawyers who don’t care about their clients’ best interests can make a lot more money settling [...]
Published On: February 15, 2018
UPDATE (5/12/23): the American Bar Association, ABA, posted a podcast on UpRight Law. At the time of the numerous lawsuits, UpRight Law seems to be operating as a referral firm, not a traditional law firm. [...]
Published On: February 5, 2017
The information in this web site is not intended to constitute legal advice or to create an attorney-client relationship. This firm does not practice business bankruptcy so is happy to refer you to some other [...]
Published On: November 13, 2015
Why Do Some Law Firms Act Like Salesmen in a Used Car Lot? Do clients really wanted to be treated like cattle or is it that they are not good attorneys? Check out this web [...]
Published On: April 26, 2015
Hiring an attorney, or any professional, can be overwhelming, but it does not have to be. This video has some helpful tips for interviewing a great attorney. Remember to do your research before hiring [...]
Published On: February 27, 2015
Richard Sylvester Berry (disbarred lawyer and felon), Why Pay a Lawyer, admits to defrauding clients (again). Richard S. Berry, Why Pay a Lawyer, admits to committing bankruptcy fraud. This is not the first time Mr. [...]
Published On: December 24, 2014
As an Arizona attorney with more than 25 years experience in bankruptcy and foreclosure I see people making desperate economic decisions they later regret. I deal with this behavior by mumbling under my breath (and [...]
She was very pleasant, knowledgeable and informative
"She was very pleasant, knowledgeable and informative" P.K. I live in Las Vegas and had a legal matter involving bankruptcy. My attorney in Las Vegas informed me that I would need an attorney from Arizona since the claim was filed in Arizona. I knew no one so [...]
Just wanted to share our story so you can share with others that come in
“Just wanted to share our story so you can share with others that come in” K.T. Diane I just wanted to give you an update on us. We filed bk with you representing us about 7 years ago now. Just wanted you to know we are doing [...]
She is an expert in her field and compassionate.
“Quality and compassion. ” S. She is an expert in her field and compassionate. She listens and provides good advice. She will help you resolve difficult circumstances. S.
Diane and Jay helped out a family member file a bankruptcy.
"Some firms make you feel like a number and just want you to do the bankruptcy that benefits them more. Not Diane." S.E. Diane and Jay helped out a family member file a bankruptcy. They were very easy to work with during a their difficult time. Compassionate and [...]
Diane helped me navigate through these dark and difficult times.
“Diane helped me navigate through these dark and difficult times. ” J.M. Before bankruptcy your sense of security feels compromised and is actually in a very fragile state. Often times people relate finances to personal uniqueness. Before bankruptcy this is broken. Through bankruptcy Diane helped me navigate [...]
Our Emotional Ups and Downs Were Frequent, and Her Patience Was Unwavering!
“We highly recommend Diane Drain IF you are looking for the educated, knowledgeable, honest and transparent (and very fairly priced) attorney! ” P.R. We had recently relocated to Arizona from the Chicago area when we realized we had to face up to our financial problems, rather than [...]
Five Stars is Not Enough.
“Five Stars is Not Enough. ” T.D. It would be difficult to fully describe how effective and talented Diane is. She took my exceptionally (some would say ridiculously) complex case and made sense of it. I'd had a very negative experience with my former counsel and from Day [...]
They provided a balance of head and heart combined with expertise
"They provided a balance of head and heart combined with expertise!" R.F. She and her team are responsive, knowledgeable, efficient, trustworthy, good communicators, detail-oriented, well-connected, caring and compassionate. They provided a balance of head and heart combined with expertise and appropriate action to get it done. Being a well-established [...]
You literally saved my sanity and helped me get back on track.
You literally saved my sanity and helped me get back on track. D.S. Diane Drain and her paralegal, Jay McClimon were absolutely top-notch and experienced in every respect. She's experienced, kind, and compassionate - 3 qualities you really want in a bankruptcy attorney. I had been feeling [...]
Diane and Jay were both very helpful and promptly answered questions that came up
"Diane and Jay were both very helpful and promptly answered questions that came up" N.F. Diane and Jay were both very helpful and promptly answered questions that came up either via return phone call, email or both. They both were very knowledgeable about the whole process and [...]
thank you for helping me keep my car and some self respect
"Thank you for helping me keep my car and some self respect." G. Diane – thank you for helping me keep my car and some self respect. This was so hard to do. I did feel a sense of relief once I saw you and we actually were [...]
Bankruptcy Changed Our Lives for the Better.
"I'm forever grateful for her help during such a difficult time, and all she did to change our lives for the better." M.M. Years after declaring bankruptcy, I can reflect on how far my wife and I have come financially. I remember the shame and fear that [...]
I Leaned on Diane’s Expertise
“Diane Took the Time to Drop Great Wisdom and Insight for my Situation. ” D. C. I called to lean on Diane’s expertise around trust deed financing (even though it’s not her primary practice focus) and she took the time to drop great wisdom and insight for [...]
This has made a huge difference in my life
“This has made a huge difference in my life” D.S. I approached Diane with a large debt problem. Although I was working with a company to pay down the debt, one of the credit card companies decided to sue me. This would have destroyed all my pay-back [...]
My very sincere and heartfelt thanks
"My very sincere and heartfelt thanks." Anonymous My very sincere and heartfelt thanks. I am so very glad that I came across your site as I was educating myself on the situation and that I didn’t go with the first attorney I spoke to. You made this [...]
You made us feel as though we were your friend; for that we are grateful
You made us feel as though we were your friend; for that we are grateful.. I & A.F. We want to thank you for taking our bankruptcy case. It was a time in our life when we were emotionally, and financially distressed. You put our minds, and [...]
I have a much clearer understanding of my choices and that has made the financial challenges much easier to deal with
I have a much clearer understanding of my choices and that has made the financial challenges much easier to deal with. T.P. Feeling the questionable unease of financial hardship can be one of life’s most serious challenges; not knowing where to turn for information, who to trust, [...]
Nothing short of excellent
"Nothing short of excellent" A.M. Diane – you are nothing short of excellent! From the first hello, how can I help you- to congratulations, your discharge has been entered, you were superb! Patient, understanding, compassionate, kind, considerate, knowledgeable, highly-skilled expert are a few words that come to [...]
