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Law Off of D.L. Drain P.A., Arizona Bankruptcy Lawyer | "Helping You Get Your Life Back on Track"
  • Our Story & Reviews
    • About Diane L. Drain
    • Why Hire Diane?
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    • Reviews from Clients & Fellow Lawyers
    • Diane’s Honors & Awards
    • Formula for Simple Living
    • Bankruptcy History & Religion
    • Life Tips and Humor
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      • Arizona Exemptions (download)
      • Federal Exemptions (download)
      • Chapter 7 Flowchart (download)
      • Chapter 13 Flowchart (download)
      • Bankruptcy Terms in Plain Language
      • How to Protect Your Social Security
      • Superior Court Process & Helpful Links
      • Important Chapter 7 & 13 Deadlines
    • Bankruptcy Videos
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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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Thanks for your professional and compassionate treatment

"Thanks for your professional and compassionate treatment." M & B Thanks for your professional and compassionate treatment of B. and myself. It was a pleasure working with you. As you are well aware, this was a very trying and sometimes painful 6 months but you helped us get [...]

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Mrs. Drain is very direct and clear

"Mrs. Drain is very direct and clear." Anonymous When my wife and I first considered bankruptcy we contacted one of the TV advertised law firms that specializes in bankruptcy law. On our appointment we met a group of the most inept people I have ever met. It was exactly [...]

5 / 5

Diane did a great job handling our bankruptcy

"Diane did a great job handling our bankruptcy" Ron Diane did a great job handling our bankruptcy. She kept us informed throughout the process and always responded to calls & emails. I would highly recommend her to anyone considering bankruptcy.

5 / 5

She helped me find resources and gave advice even if she will not be benefiting

She helped me find resources and gave advice even if she will not be benefiting. R.B. Diane Drain is a very kind person. She helped me find resources and gave advice even if she will not be benefiting from the advice. Thank you Diane! [...]

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Diane and Jay are a great team

“Amazing experience” L.A. Diane and Jay are a great team. Diane took the time to explain every step of the way and provide me with so much education regarding my bankruptcy. The material I obtain was and is very helpful to have a stable life. Thank you [...]

5 / 5

Diane Drain is really knowledgeable.

"Diane Drain is really knowledgeable." B.W. Diane Drain is really knowledgeable. She helped us tremendously in our bankruptcy case. We are thankful for all she did for us!

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e were amazed at how accessible Diane was

"We were amazed at how accessible Diane was." Robert We were amazed at how accessible Diane was. Weekdays or weekends at all times of the day it didn’t matter. She was quick to respond to our questions or needs. In short Diane did a great job for us [...]

5 / 5

Thank you so much for all your hard work

"Thank you so much for all your hard work" M.C. Thank you so much for all your hard work on my case. I appreciate all your support and compassion through a very difficult process.

5 / 5

I Made the Right Decision in Choosing Diane

“I'm 100% convinced I made the right decision in choosing Diane. ” P.K. I have just received my discharge from the court. It's been a long journey and I can't emphasize how instrumental a role that Diane and Jay played in helping me navigate this journey. In [...]

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We were provided affordable comprehensive representation.

“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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I input the information online and then received timely help from her office when needed.

"I input the information online and then received timely help from her office when needed.." L.H. “When I was looking for a bankruptcy attorney, I visited four large and small firms. Diane Drain was the most informative. I appreciated her very educational website and was prepared with questions when [...]

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You relieved deep seated fears for me…

“You relieved deep seated fears for me…” J.M. You made this terribly difficult situation as comfortable for me as possible.  You relieved deep seated fears for me and I felt I was very well taken care of and I felt every area was taken care of completely. [...]

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Diane – you were nice and caring.

“You were very nice and caring. ” R.G. I cannot thank you enough Diane for taking the time to speak with me. Your website has so much information and very helpful. You were very nice and caring. Appreciate you!  R.G.   [...]

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Thanks for all of your help that you provide

“Thanks for all of your help that you provide” D.H. I read all of Diane’s messages and she seems to be a very bright and informed woman. Thanks for all of your help that you provide to people that need your help by your messages. [...]

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This attorney educates clients

"This attorney educates clients!" Anonymous This attorney educates clients on the bankruptcy process and helps them correctly complete the steps needed to reach the end of the process in a timely manner. She is thorough, professional and compassionate.

5 / 5

Diane is sincerely interested

Diane is sincerely interested. S.B. We are grateful to Jay for us sound advice and, also, to Diane for answering our messages. Diane is sincerely interested in any questions you may have.

5 / 5

I took your advice and have that old monkey off my back now!

"I took your advice and have that old monkey off my back now!" L.M. I had an old debt surprise me the other day by way of a Summons and Diane was kind enough to give me some solid advice. She is very knowledgeable and I highly [...]

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Diane was positive and she was also less expensive

"Diane was positive and she was also less expensive" Anonymous Diane and her team were true professionals throughout our bankruptcy process. My husband and I did extensive research when choosing an attorney and the information we received on Diane was positive and she was also less expensive [...]

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