Published On: June 8, 2023
"Awarded to legal service providers who have devoted expertise and time to changing the justice system to promote access and opportunity for those most vulnerable." 2023 has been a wonderful year - this award is [...]
Published On: June 13, 2022
Diane Drain received the 2022 Preeminent Award and Gold Client Champion Award from Martindale-Hubbell. The 2022 AV Preeminent award is given to an "elite group of attorneys who have been rated highly by their peers [...]
Published On: January 2, 2021
Find The Right Bankruptcy Lawyer For You Reprint from a great California bankruptcy attorney – Cathy Moran Picking the right bankruptcy lawyer is a lot like picking the right head [...]
Published On: October 11, 2020
Leading Lawyers Weigh In on Portrayal In The Media – (includes quote from Diane Drain) Can you remember the very first time you came across the word ‘lawyer’? [...]
Published On: May 31, 2020
Who knew that I was a leader in providing knowledge to others (now called “Democratizing Knowledge)!! An article on Wired, Natalie Chyi, focuses a light on how COVID-19 has changed the prospective of on sharing [...]
Published On: December 29, 2019
Download the audio LAWGITIMATE Attorney Diane Drain and Bobby Zavala with University of Dubuque Diane Drain established her law firm in 1991 in order to provide education for those facing financial troubles. She [...]
Published On: November 6, 2017
CONGRATULATIONS! YOU EARNED OUR GOLD CLIENT CHAMPION AWARD! Announcement from Martindale-Hubbell: your clients think you are wonderful and so do we! Because your clients have highly recommended you, we are thrilled to award you our [...]
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: November 3, 2014
Diane L. Drain receives Lifetime Achievement Award "for a career of overwhelming and extraordinary pro bono services in establishing the Bankruptcy Court Self Help Center and leadership in the bankruptcy pro bono programs. The other [...]
Published On: May 21, 2014
Diane Drain received the Top Contributor Award from AVVO. This award is given to attorneys who answered legal questions asked on AVVO.com Diane L. Drain, bankruptcy attorney, retired law professor, mentor and community spokesperson. [...]
Diane was patient in providing clear direction and advice
Diane was patient in providing clear direction and advice. A.T. Mrs. Drain made a very stressful time in my life easier to manage by providing detailed direction through my bankruptcy process. From day one I felt comfortable with Dian and Jay in addition to feeling confident with [...]
Great attorney
"Great attorney" J. 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 went online and searched for Arizona attorneys. [...]
They are experienced and professional
"They are experienced and professional!" M & J Diane and Jay helped my wife and I get past a difficult chapter in our lives. They are experienced and professional. They answered all our questions and gave us excellent advice. We followed there directions from start to finish and the [...]
They are compassionate truth-tellers who educate and empower
They are compassionate truth-tellers who educate and empower. M.R. Diane and Jay are caring and competent professionals who have helped so many people through difficult legal processes. They are compassionate truth-tellers who educate and empower as much as they provide legal assistance. Highly recommend. [...]
Diane was very concerned and compassionate
"Diane was very concerned and compassionate." Anonymous Filing bankruptcy was not an easy decision but Diane made the whole process very easy and understandable. As a client you have a lot of control as to your personal outcome. Be diligent, do the homework, and complete all the information [...]
Her knowledge and ability to ask the right questions enabled myself to have a plan of action
Her knowledge and ability to ask the right questions enabled myself to have a plan of action. L.G. I can’t begin to adequately express how professional, caring and dialed in Ms. Drain was when I consulted with her. Her knowledge and ability to ask the right questions enabled myself [...]
I’m so grateful for all their help during a very stressful time.
“I'm so grateful for all their help during a very stressful time.” P.F. "Diane and Jay helped me tremendously. I highly recommend their services, and I'm so grateful for all their help during a very stressful time." P.F.
whole process went very smoothly from beginning to end
"whole process went very smoothly from beginning to end." Anonytmous We filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy and the whole process went very smoothly from beginning to end. This was thanks to Ms. Drain who was caring, professional and committed to making sure that we fully understood the bankruptcy [...]
Diane is very smart, patient, kind and sincere
Diane has a very calm confidence because she knows the laws inside and out. L.D. Diane is very smart, patient, kind and sincere. I am a better person for knowing her. I was so nervous to call and start the process but Diane made everything seem easy. [...]
Diane is the resource you need.
"Diane is the resource you need." K.M. If you are reading this; you probably need the services of a bankruptcy attorney and you’re worried and maybe a little frightened of the entire process and it’s impact on your life. Please trust us when we tell you that Diane is [...]
Efficient and Effective
"efficient and effective" Anonymous Diane was efficient and effective in handling my case. She has made herself available whenever a question arose. Her interface with the trustee allowed me sufficient time to allow an expedited discharge. Her office has provided an open door for any future issues [...]
She knows the ins and outs
"She knows the ins and outs" M.D. I’ve been in the legal field for over 25 years (as a legal secretary and paralegal) and Diane is a top notch attorney. She knows the ins and outs of this area of law and does a really great job of explaining [...]
Absolutely top notch
"Absolutely top notch" D.W. Absolutely top notch. All my questions were answered. Would definitely recommend this firm to anyone.
Diane’s steady hand, expertise and cool head, got us on the right track
“Diane’s steady hand, expertise and cool head, got us on the right track.” P.R. Our lives were spinning out of control. We were trying all kinds of “quick fix” gimmicks to get our finances in order following employment challenges and being small business [...]
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 very knowledgeable, professional and supportive
"Diane and Jay were very knowledgeable, professional and supportive!" April Filing bankruptcy was a very difficult choice and experience. But, Diane and Jay were very knowledgeable, professional and supportive throughout the process. Your team made the honor roll in a perfect grade.
We were treated with the utmost care and respect
"We were treated with the utmost care and respect." A.W. We were very apprehensive and stressed out at the thought of having to go through such a difficult process. From our first meeting with Diane Drain it was clear that we would not have to go through this [...]
She’s the best!
"She's the best!" P.I. Diane helped me file a bankruptcy. I messed up and continued paying on one credit card. It was because of Diane's expert help that I was refunded my full amount of $1200.
