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    Beyond the Bankruptcy Paperwork: It’s Not Just Filling Out Forms, and Understanding The Attorney’s Role

    Published On: April 9, 2025

    Many people, including inexperienced attorneys, think that bankruptcy is simple. To quote a first-year law student on their first day in bankruptcy class, "It is just filling out several forms." On the last day of [...]

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    Even if You Are in Prison – File Required Bankruptcy Documents or Your Case Will Be Dismissed.

    Published On: April 3, 2021

    In prison?  If You Are Going to File Bankruptcy, You Must Follow the Rules – No Exception. In re Harrell, BAP No. EC-20-1091-BTL (9th Cir BAP, 3-20-21) Harrell is incarcerated [...]

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"My wife and I would highly recommend Diane Drain" B & D My wife and I would highly recommend Diane Drain to any one who is considering bankruptcy. She handled our case professionally and in a very timely manner. Diane and her team made a long, frustrating process [...]

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I was extremely pleased by the professionalism

"I was extremely pleased by the professionalism" M.M. I was extremely pleased by the professionalism and care that I was handled with.  I will recommend you to everyone I know that can use the expert help that you provided.

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“Wonderful attorney” Anon She helped us with our bk 7 years ago and not only did she do a wonderful job representing us she taught us a few things about money! We are doing great now with great credit scores, a new home and cars all within [...]

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Filing for bankruptcy Is not the end of the world

“No one wants to go through bankruptcy. But if you do find yourself in that position, it's not the end of the world. ” L.A. If you find yourself in the situation where you have to go through bankruptcy proceedings, there is no better persons that Diane [...]

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I never felt ashamed about my decision because you were so kind to me

"I never felt ashamed about my decision because you were so kind to me!" E.B. *I never felt ashamed about my decision because you were so kind to me about my situation. I thank you for you kindness and compassion as I struggled with my decision. I [...]

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Highly recommend Diane and Jay

Highly recommend Diane and Jay. C.T. Diane and Jay were not only very knowledgeable and patient, but they took time to educate me and point me to the resources I needed. Diane and Jay walked me through every step and worked with me through any confusion or [...]

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Super Kind!

“Super Kind!” Anon She was very professional and stayed in her lane as she knew I had already hired another Attorney. She was kind and made me feel better about my choice that I made. She gave me sound advice, and she didn’t have to do that. [...]

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“We were provided affordable comprehensive representation.”  R.B. I consulted the law office of D.L. Drain expressing our need to file bankruptcy having very limited resources. They accessed our situation and needs; educated us about bankruptcy options and ramifications. We were provided affordable comprehensive [...]

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Diane and Jay are extremely attentive and thorough

“Diane and Jay are extremely attentive and thorough.”  W.R. I want to thank you so much for assisting us in getting this squared away. Diane and Jay are extremely attentive and thorough in getting things taken care of. Merry Christmas  W.R. […]

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her greatest goal is her clients best interests

“her greatest goal is her clients best interests” R.M. Diane called me today and kindly took 45 minutes of here very valuable time to determine the best course of action for my financial problems. Turns out bankruptcy and her chance for a legal fee were ruled out [...]

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It is a lot of work to prepare, but….we are more prepared for a better future

"It is a lot of work to prepare, but….we are more prepared for a better future" L & A.Q. My wife and I would like to thank Diane and Jay for their hospitality, thoroughness and patience. With the hard decision of wanting to file bankruptcy, they showed [...]

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I will never forget how much they helped me get my life back.

I will never forget how much they helped me get my life back. R.A.   As you can imagine, filing for bankruptcy can be stressful. Finding the right attorney can add to this stress. Working with Diane and Jay to guide me through this difficult process was the [...]

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Filing for bankruptcy can be a stressful life event

“Filing for bankruptcy can be a stressful life event” R.A. Filing for bankruptcy can be a stressful life event, and selecting the right attorney can add to this stress. Diane and Jay were a pleasure to work with, and it is obvious that they are passionate about helping people [...]

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