Published On: September 14, 2025
Sep 9, 2025 9:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time Diane L. Drain, Esquire, to Receive the 2025 American Inns of Court Bankruptcy Distinguished Service Award ALEXANDRIA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Diane L. Drain of the Law Office of D.L. Drain [...]
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 [...]
Diane guided us every step of the way.
“Her assurance that there was nothing to be ashamed of, gave us the incentive to proceed.” D. Diane was fabulous during our bankruptcy, guiding us every step of the way. After medical bills got us behind, we didn’t know where to turn and felt uncomfortable filing. Her assurance [...]
Diane Helped me Maneuver the Process of Bankruptcy Through an Unusual Situation
“You can feel confident in her ability to provide you with any and all answers that may arise. ” D.L. I can’t say enough about the professionalism for Diane Drain and Jay. She helped me maneuver the process of Bankruptcy through an unusual situation. I highly recommend Diane [...]
Any questions we had were answered quickly.
“Any questions we had were answered quickly. ” L. C. Diane and Jay have been wonderful through this whole experience. I don’t know what we would’ve done without them. Any questions we had were answered quickly. I would highly recommend their law firm if you’re looking for [...]
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. [...]
Diane uses her website to promote the education of the bankruptcy process available to everyone
“Diane uses her website to promote the education of the bankruptcy process available to everyone” T & G. W. We found ourselves in a financial tsunami 2 yrs ago. No matter how we did things the financial outlook was getting worse and worse. We finally decided we [...]
Experienced and excellent. 5.0 stars
"Experienced and excellent. 5.0 stars" M.R. Diane did a tremendous job preparing me for my bankruptcy. She educated me thoroughly about the process and stressed the importance of following all the steps as concisely as possible. Her rates are very reasonable, and I cannot recommend her highly [...]
Diane cleaned up serious mistakes made by another attorney
Diane cleaned up serious mistakes made by another attorney. J.D. Diane helped me straighten out my case, after an attorney from a different law firm, made serious mistakes in my filing that could have been extremely detrimental. If not for her very professional guidance, constant communication and follow-up, while [...]
Diane had kind words to comfort despite our horrible circumstances
“Give her a call if you don't know where to turn.... ” B.G. Diane was an exceptionally nice lady and very courteous to my wife and I as we requested help. She had kind words to comfort despite our horrible circumstances. She gave us great advice and [...]
They eased my troubled mind
“They eased my troubled mind” P.A. My experience with both Diane Drain & Jay have eased my troubled mind! They both were Extra Helpful during this trying time!
Diane and Jay did an excellent job
"Diane and Jay did an excellent job" S.K. Diane and Jay did an excellent job and my wife and I could not be happier. She was able to help us keep the assets that were important to our family and answered our questions along the way. Very [...]
We are grateful for all the kindness and respect they showed us.
“We are grateful for all the kindness and respect they showed us in handling our case to completion. ” T.D. and R.I. Diane and Jay are an absolutely phenomenal professional team. Bankruptcy is not an easy undertaking and there is a lot of paperwork you have to [...]
There will never be a way to repay all you did for us
"There will never be a way to repay all you did for us." J & P I thought lawyers were all greedy. You made sure we could afford your fees which allowed us to keep our car. There will never be a way to repay all you did [...]
Diane and Jay were always very positive and consistently receptive in answering and returning phone calls and emails in a timely manner
Diane and Jay were always very positive and consistently receptive in answering and returning phone calls and emails in a timely manner. In summary, they are a class act and able to take a very challenging and difficult process and make it as humane and positive as anyone could. I [...]
Process was very simple to understand
“Process was very simple to understand” R.C. Very professional Diane and Jay, loved their process was very simple to understand.
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 [...]
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 [...]
You made an unexpected, uncomfortable experience easy
"You made an unexpected, uncomfortable experience easy." J. & H. You made an unexpected, uncomfortable experience easy to get thru and recover and move on in our lives!. Thank – you are the best.
Her expertise and guidance are unsurpassed
“Her expertise and guidance are unsurpassed” P.H. Diane and Jay are an impeccable professional team! She explains everything you need to know and puts your heart and mind at ease with her compassion and understanding throughout the filing process. Her expertise and guidance are unsurpassed! [...]
