Published On: August 9, 2026
Debt-settlement companies promise to reduce what you owe, but creditors do not have to settle. Learn what federal regulators say about growing balances, lawsuits, fees, taxes and other debt-settlement risks before you stop paying your creditors.
Published On: June 24, 2026
Build Financial Stability, Not Just a Better Credit Score A good credit score can be helpful. It may make it easier to rent an apartment, obtain a mortgage, finance a vehicle, or qualify for lower [...]
Published On: May 25, 2026
Debt Decisions Have Consequences: Slow Down Before You Act When money is tight, fear can take over. You feel as if a debt storm has caught you. People may feel pressured to make fast decisions: [...]
Published On: May 25, 2026
When the Economy Feels Unstable: How to Protect Yourself From Debt in an Unstable Economy Many families feel squeezed right now. Prices remain high, borrowing money is expensive, and many people are using credit cards [...]
Published On: June 25, 2025
Money Problems Lead to Shame, Which Leads to Making Bad Decisons Money problems are hard enough on their own—but what if the way we feel about our finances is actually making things worse? A groundbreaking [...]
Diane took over my case when my other attorney was disbarred.
“Diane took over my case when my other attorney was disbarred. ” M.W. Diane Drain is consummate professional. She took over my case when my other attorney was disbarred. This meant appearing on my behalf in Federal Court Judge (not just the Trustee) with about one week’s [...]
she made things so easy to understand
“she made things so easy to understand” J.C. I could not have made a better choice than Diane to help me with my bankruptcy case. During what is a very difficult and stressful time, she made things so easy to understand and the process could not have [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
Rate Ms. Drain’s services: 5.0 out of 5.0
"Rate Ms. Drain’s services: 5.0 out of 5.0" Anonymous When I was looking for a bankruptcy attorney, the U.S. Courts’ website had some Phoenix attorney’s listed. I visited one in person and the then read Ms. Drain’s site. The in-person attorney gave me a 2 inch stack of papers [...]
ou are a caring person, and most understanding
"ou are a caring person, and most understanding!" S & G In our eyes you are all A’s. You helped us so much. We are thankful for you and all your help. You are a caring person, and most understanding. You took time for us at a time [...]
Bankruptcy Changed Our Lives for the Better.
"I'm forever grateful for her help during such a difficult time, and all she did to change our lives for the better." M.M. Years after declaring bankruptcy, I can reflect on how far my wife and I have come financially. I remember the shame and fear that [...]
They helped me feel at ease with the process
“They helped me feel at ease with the process” T.R. Diane and Jay did a fantastic job helping me through the bankruptcy process and making sure I knew what I needed to do and what to expect every step of the way. They were amazing and helped [...]
To file bk was a very hard decision to have to make
"To file bk was a very hard decision to have to make" A.C. To file bk was a very hard decision to have to make. I felt like a failure. In my early 20’s my husband and I bought a home and financed it using an arm [...]
I appreciate all your support and compassion
"I appreciate all your support and compassion." M.C. After a divorce I found myself in a situation where I needed to file bankruptcy. I hired Diane and could not be more pleased. Thank you so much for all your hard work on my case. I appreciate all your support [...]
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 [...]
OTHER REVIEWS – “She took her time to answer questions, even on a Sunday.”
“ She took her time to answer every single one of my questions and guided me how to go about resolving my issue” Mauro Rodriguez I just want to thank Diane for such professionalism, knowledge, and for being so patient and attentive. I called on a Sunday [...]
What a huge relief to be released from the financial burden
“If you follow everything she says the process is easy and stress free.” J.E. Don’t hesitate, call Diane! Diane has been a huge lifesaver! I reached out to Diane through a Google search when the existing law firm I had started with wasn’t communicating with me. She [...]
thank you for all of your help
"thank you for all of your help" C.S. As difficult as this entire process was emotionally and physically bringing everything together my experience with you has been amazing and much easier than I thought it would be thank you for all of your help. [...]
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 [...]
Diane and Jay are caring professionals providing exemplary representation
“I found the Law Office of D.L. Drain to be caring professionals providing exemplary representation…” R.B. Disability and subsequent early retirement caused a growing realization of the need to pursue bankruptcy. I started the process of selecting an attorney with fear and trepidation. [...]
Her team did a fantastic job taking care of my case
"Her team did a fantastic job taking care of my case" C.C. Diane helped me with my Bankruptcy and it was one the more complicated ones where the trustee asked for quite a bit of information and she and Jay did a fantastic job taking care of [...]
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 [...]
