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Law Off of D.L. Drain P.A., Arizona Bankruptcy Lawyer | "Helping You Get Your Life Back on Track"
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      • How to Protect Your Social Security
      • Superior Court Process & Helpful Links
      • Important Chapter 7 & 13 Deadlines
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Category: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Chapter 13 is a reorganization for consumers. It as several purposes, some of which are curing the arrears on a home, paying off a vehicle, paying back taxes and child support.

  • Why is a Creditor Suing Me After I Filed Bankruptcy – You Did Not Follow the Law.

    Published On: July 5, 2024

    What are the Basic Bankruptcy Principles? Bankruptcy is a legal process that helps people and businesses overwhelmed by debt get a financial ‘start fresh’. The principles of discharge, disclosure, and due process are key to [...]

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    Are you financially stressed right now? What to know about options, from debt negotiation to bankruptcy

    Published On: September 9, 2020

    Are you financially stressed right now? What to know about options, from debt negotiation to bankruptcy Russ Wiles, Arizona Republic, Arizona Republic Interviews Diane L. Drain about debt relief, including [...]

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    COVID-19 FORBEARANCE IN ARIZONA CHAPTER 13 BANKRUPTCIES

    Published On: April 22, 2020

    The following is a guest post – by Gary R. Stickell, a great Arizona bankruptcy attorney and my friend and mentor for more than 20 years. COVID-19 and CHAPTER 13 BANKRUPTCIES Most, if not all, [...]

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    Student Loans & Bankruptcy – Interview with Diane Drain and Bobby Zavala

    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 [...]

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    “The Dog Ate My Computer” Argument by Chapter 13 Debtor

    Published On: February 24, 2019

    In re Hindra v. Dockery, US Trustee & Deutsche Bank, BAP No. CC-18-1132-KuTaF (9th Circuit, Jan 29, 2019) In 2016  the debtor, using an attorney, filed a chapter 13 bankruptcy and everything went downhill from [...]

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    The Perils of Bankruptcy Filing by an Undocumented Person

    Published On: July 4, 2018

    THE P ERILS OF BANKRUPTCY FILINGS BY UNDOCUMENTED PERSONS By Richard J. Parker: Shareholder in Parker, Butte, & Lane, P.C. (reprinted with permission of the author, December, 2017) See updated article by Diane Drain, based [...]

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    Will I Lose My Home If I File Bankruptcy?

    Published On: May 23, 2018

      Your home is your most valuable asset. Over the last 30+ years of helping people file for bankruptcy protection the most concern by homeowners is if they will lose their home.  My [...]

  • Chapter 13 Rules in Arizona Change December 1, 2017

    Published On: April 7, 2018

    Arizona adopted a chapter 13 model plan – effective for all cases filed or converted after December 1, 2017 Local Rules 2084 Chapter 13 Model Plan According to the Arizona Bankruptcy Court the failure rate [...]

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    “Life in the Sweatbox” Before Bankruptcy

    Published On: February 21, 2018

    Pamela Foohey, Indiana University Maurer School of Law Robert M. Lawless, University of Illinois College of Law Katherine M. Porter,  University of California – Irvine School of Law Deborah Thorne,  University of Idaho Date Written: February 20, 2018  [...]

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    Ten Things You Need to Know Before Filing Bankruptcy

    Published On: January 17, 2018

    Bankruptcy is a tool.  Any tool can be misused which can cause serious damage.  Just ask the idiot who sticks a fork in a live electrical socket. […]

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I was in financial turmoil for various reasons and was running scared

"I was in financial turmoil for various reasons and was running scared" G.S. Five years ago, I was in financial term oil for various reasons and was running scared. I did not know what to do or how how was going to get out of the mess [...]

5 / 5

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 [...]

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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.

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

Diane will clearly and patiently explain to you the most critical information

Diane will clearly and patiently explain to you the most critical information. J.M. If you are considering bankruptcy, make sure you consult with Diane Drain, and learn as much as you can from her website prior to your free consultation. Why? Diane will clearly and patiently explain [...]

5 / 5

We can’t say enough good things about Diane Drain

"Great Team - Diane & Jay. If ever there is a question she is there to answer it." K & C GREAT TEAM – DIANE AND JAY.  We can’t say enough good things about Diane Drain. My wife and I were at a point that we were devastated [...]

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Our situation was complicated by having moved here recently from another state, but that posed no problem for them

“Our situation was complicated by having moved here recently from another state, but that posed no problem for them” R.B. Diane and Jay did a great job for us. Diane is a very knowledgeable, experienced, and well-connected bankruptcy lawyer. She instructed us well, was invaluable in getting [...]

5 / 5

They helped me through a very difficult time

“They helped me through a very difficult time” P.J. Diane and Jay helped me through a very difficult time. My Husband passed after a year-long had to file chapter 7 bankruptcy, and needed to re-locate to Seattle to live with my daughter and her family. [...]

5 / 5

Thank you

“Thank you.” N.L. Thank you speaking with me and for the advice given. Wish I would have found you to begin with.

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

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.

5 / 5

She guided us through the entire process – five stars

“Diane is an excellent Bankruptcy Attorney - five stars  ” M.W. Five stars.  Diane is an excellent Bankruptcy Attorney. She guided my wife and I through the entire process. We highly recommend her to anyone who needs to file a bankruptcy. M.W.

5 / 5

This was a real learning experience!

"This was a real learning experience!" W.S. This was a real learning experience! Every time I met with Diane I learned new things. Each visit I became calmer about the situation because it was a big step in getting my life back in order. The educational experience [...]

5 / 5

Your process and approach are clear, comprehensive, and thoughtful

"Your process and approach are clear, comprehensive, and thoughtful" A.J. Your process and approach are clear, comprehensive, and thoughtful. You treated us with the utmost respect and left no stone unturned in helping us to sort through and make appropriate decisions from our first meeting through the [...]

5 / 5

Diane and Jay Answered All Our Questions

“They answered all our questions patiently and thoroughly explained the legal processes and what we could expect so there were no surprises. .” T.D and R.I. Diane and Jay are an absolutely phenomenal professional team. Bankruptcy is not an easy undertaking and there [...]

5 / 5

caring service

“You folks are the BEST OF THE BEST in Arizona” M.H. "caring service" M.C.

5 / 5

Diane and Jay were amazing!

“Amazing Experience” E.L. Diane and Jay were amazing! They made everything so easy and answered all of my questions thoroughly. I appreciate all the help and guidance I received throughout my filing experience. I would highly recommend Diane to anyone looking into bankruptcy. [...]

5 / 5

Diane Was Fabulous During Our Bankruptcy

“Her assurance that there was nothing to be ashamed of, gave us the incentive to proceed.” S.R. 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 [...]

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