Published On: July 21, 2017
A typical story of a homeowner and the con artist scum who prey on desperate homeowners: Innocent homeowner caught in bankruptcy scam “I tried to keep my home despite the fact they started foreclosure [...]
Published On: March 8, 2015
I lost my business when I filed bankruptcy – why? There are very strict rules dictating how the process of bankruptcy works. The bankruptcy trustee must take specific actions in order to protect the bankruptcy [...]
Published On: December 24, 2014
As an Arizona attorney with more than 25 years experience in bankruptcy and foreclosure I see people making desperate economic decisions they later regret. I deal with this behavior by mumbling under my breath (and [...]
Published On: November 3, 2014
Filed for bankruptcy? Need a new home? You may be eligible to finance a new home. Each lender or mortgage insurance company has rules governing financing after a bankruptcy. These rules change regularly so never [...]
Published On: September 30, 2014
Are your Wages being garnished? The sooner you take action the better. Talk to an experienced bankruptcy attorney. The other day a caller said "I used a document preparer or bankruptcy petition preparer. Certainly they [...]
Published On: August 11, 2014
Predatory auto lenders have long preyed on low-income consumers falsifying the borrower’s income information without any regard to the borrower’s ability to pay the loan. The other day a caller said "I used a document [...]
Published On: June 12, 2014
The District Court ruled inherited IRAs are exempt because they retain their character as retirement funds, but the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit reversed that ruling. With this off the question went [...]
Published On: May 22, 2014
Creditors want Jacoby & Meyers forced into chapter 7 bankruptcy. According to the Wall Street Journal, May 21, 2014 - creditors of Jacoby & Meyers bankruptcy firm are very unhappy because the dissolved firm is [...]
Published On: March 9, 2014
The Bankruptcy Reform Act of 2005 reported to be a "Dismal failure". The bankruptcy law, approved by Congress in 2005 after years of debate, makes it much harder for households to get out from under [...]
Published On: March 8, 2014
Arizona Representative Michelle Ugenti, introduced bill which challenges the rights of a disabled person to protect their vehicle. The other day a caller said "I used a document preparer or bankruptcy petition preparer. Certainly they [...]
saves me a lot of time and money
Saves me a lot of time and money. M.M. Extremely knowledgeable attorney. Very helpful and patient, help me to understand the legal situation I am in which save me a lot of time and money. Thank you, Ms. Drain.
You were brilliant!
"You were brilliant!!" G. I will never forget what you’ve done for me. You were brilliant!Thank you.
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 [...]
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 [...]
Again, thank you
"Again, thank you." D & J Again, thank you. You made this unpleasant experience very calming and reassuring for both me and my wife.
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 [...]
You made sure we could afford your fees
"You made sure we could afford your fees." 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 for us. [...]
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 [...]
The BEST! – Five Stars
“The BEST! – Five Stars” K. I had filed for Chapter 7 with Diane and it was the easiest most stress free process. My wife and I were considering for months on just what to do since this was my first time filing and we got different [...]
It felt like we had some friends who cared about us
It felt like we had some friends who cared about us. S.D. My husband and I wanted to begin the process of starting our bankruptcy, but it’s really scary not knowing who you can trust and who would step up to bat for you. Diane and Jay [...]
I suffer from anxiety and was paralyzed by fear. Thank Goodness I found Diane Drain.
“She broke down the process into manageable portions that I could handle.” S.S. I had waited to the eleventh hour to actually contact Diane Drain for help with my Chapter 7 bankruptcy. I suffer from an anxiety issue and was paralyzed by fear. Thank Goodness I was [...]
Thank you for your expert care with our bankruptcy case
"Thank you for your expert care with our bankruptcy case." J.L. Both Diane Drain and Jay McClimon at Law Office of D.L. Drain are by the far the most passionate, honest, and hardworking people I have ever met. Thank you again for your expert care with our bankruptcy [...]
If you do your work (make sure everything is accurate) she will do hers and you will have great results
If you do your work (make sure everything is accurate) she will do hers and you will have great results. C & P Diane is a great attorney that made our BK experience as smooth as possible. Before seeing Diane, we went to another attorney who told [...]
Superb Client Service
“Superb Client Service” E.G. Diane and Jay have far exceeded my expectations of legal services by going above and beyond. Not only did they help me prepare during that most stressful time period in my life but also educated me during the process to prevent any future [...]
helps to ensure that your assets are protected
“helps to ensure that your assets are protected” R.B. Diane is very detailed, and although it may be overwhelming it is in your best interest to do EXACTLY what she says to do. Follow her directions, be organized and prepared. This helps to ensure that your assets [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]