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 [...]
Published On: December 21, 2013
Once a bankruptcy is filed there is no magic wand to make it disappear. Bankruptcy stays on your credit for ten years - whether or not you complete the process. In re T. Khan, BAP [...]
Published On: November 22, 2013
Banks, such as Wells Fargo, are offering loans, similar to payday loans, which trap the borrower into a endless cycle of paying off the same loan time after time, after time. More than $221 billion [...]
Published On: November 14, 2013
When filing a bankruptcy it is very important that a consumer understand the dictates of the "means test". The means test numbers change twice a year. Each consumer filing for bankruptcy must fill out a [...]
Published On: November 5, 2013
Diane Drain Selected as Top Valley Consumer Attorney. Diane receives perfect 10 out of 10 in reviews at AVVO. Diane L. Drain, bankruptcy attorney, retired law professor, mentor and community spokesperson. North Valley [...]
Published On: October 10, 2013
Banks face a high financial risk if they do not take the steps needed to identify borrowers who are at risk of falling short on payments. More than $221 billion of these loans at the [...]
Published On: October 4, 2013
Using Bankruptcy to Save a Home is a Challenge and Must be Done with Careful Planning. It is also important to have the assistance of an experienced Chapter 13 attorney. WARNING: The default rate for [...]
Published On: September 30, 2013
The US Justice Department and a few brave judges are becoming very aggressive about the abuses large banks have suffered on their customers. Judges slam Wells Fargo Bank and Bank of America for their abusive [...]
Published On: September 28, 2013
Robert Naugles prepared his own bankruptcy so thought he would charge others for preparing their documents. Sanctioned by Bankruptcy Court. Naugles assumed "the courthouse staff would point out any errors." NOTE - the Court staff [...]
Diane’s advice was free, generous and to the point
“Diane’s advice was free, generous and to the point” S.I. I have called Diane seeking help with a Real Estate issue. Even though my issue does not fall into her area of focus, she kindly gave advice and recommended someone else. I wish I could hire her, [...]
She helped us to pick up the pieces of our lives
"She helped us to pick up the pieces of our lives" Posted on AVVO Anonymous *Diane Drain and her staff have guided us through the rough terrain of a bankruptcy. From the beginning of this process, to an end that is quite near, Ms. Drain has provided the highest [...]
The Best
"The Best!" G.S. The best! Very professional, patient and kind. We hope we never are the position to use her again. But if you do she is the one to go to!
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 [...]
Five Stars is Not Enough.
“Five Stars is Not Enough. ” T.D. It would be difficult to fully describe how effective and talented Diane is. She took my exceptionally (some would say ridiculously) complex case and made sense of it. I'd had a very negative experience with my former counsel and from Day [...]
It was a pleasure and privilege to be your client
"It was a pleasure and privilege to be your client." K. Thank you. It was a pleasure and privilege to be your client. I am continually grateful that I was led to you to help me through my bankruptcy process. You are truly the best of the best and [...]
Diane helped me navigate through these dark and difficult times.
“Diane helped me navigate through these dark and difficult times. ” J.M. Before bankruptcy your sense of security feels compromised and is actually in a very fragile state. Often times people relate finances to personal uniqueness. Before bankruptcy this is broken. Through bankruptcy Diane helped me navigate through [...]
Diane was patient in providing clear direction and advice
Diane was patient in providing clear direction and advice. A.T. Mrs. Drain made a very stressful time in my life easier to manage by providing detailed direction through my bankruptcy process. From day one I felt comfortable with Dian and Jay in addition to feeling confident with [...]
We are very happy we were referred to Diane for assistance
"We are very happy we were referred to Diane for assistance." S.G. Diane helped my husband and me get past a difficult chapter in our lives. She answered all our questions and gave us excellent advice. We followed her directions from start to finish and the process went [...]
Diane handled a complicated eviction / Lift of Stay on a tenant who filed bankruptcy
“Diane handled a complicated eviction / Lift of Stay on a tenant who filed bankruptcy” B.R. Diane Drain is an expert who gets the job done! We hired Diane Drain to handle a complicated eviction / Lift of Stay on a tenant who filed bankruptcy. Not only [...]
The best professional relationship that I have had with an attorney
"The best professional relationship that I have had with an attorney" M.L. The best professional relationship that I have had with an attorney (I’ve had more than my share of their services!)_I was treated with respect and all things were timely, correct, and according to plan. Thank you [...]
I felt completely at ease
" I felt completely at ease." D.A. I was greatly relieved to find an attorney that I felt completely at ease with, confident in her professionalism and her staff; and to find someone I felt I could trust completely.
Diane was patient, thorough, sympathetic, quick with responses and obviously knew what she was doing.
“Diane was patient, thorough, sympathetic, quick with responses and obviously knew what she was doing. ” D.S. I've never had to consult a bankruptcy attorney before but recently had to do just that on behalf of a family member. Although we decided to not go through with [...]
genuine service, honest people, and the feeling of your case being prioritized
“If you are in need of genuine service, honest people, and the feeling of having your case prioritized. Come here.” M.B. "Jay & Diane were absolutly phenomenal handling my case. Diane laid out a detailed step-by-step plan of what to expect. She guided me and my family [...]
My wife and I would highly recommend this lawyer!
"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 [...]
Rated high among her peers
"Rated high among her peers" Anonymous Ms. Drain helped make a very difficult time more bearable. She treated us with the utmost respect and caring while pushing us to get together the paperwork needed to get us to the best possible end result. It was very obvious [...]
I wish all attorneys treated their clients the way that Ms. Drain and Jay treated me
"I wish all attorneys treated their clients the way that Ms. Drain and Jay treated me." Anonymous I asked Ms. Drain to help me with a bankruptcy. When I first called I was scared, afraid to answer my phone and worried that my wages were about to be [...]
Her knowledge and ability to ask the right questions enabled myself to have a plan of action
Her knowledge and ability to ask the right questions enabled myself to have a plan of action. L.G. I can’t begin to adequately express how professional, caring and dialed in Ms. Drain was when I consulted with her. Her knowledge and ability to ask the right questions enabled myself [...]
