Published On: September 22, 2013
FHA easing rules if foreclosure or bankruptcy was caused by external economic factors, such as medical or loss of job. More than $221 billion of these loans at the largest banks will hit this mark [...]
Published On: September 18, 2013
Why It is Important To Remove A Judgment Lien After Bankruptcy In Arizona, by Diane L. Drain More than $221 billion of these loans at the largest banks will hit this mark over the next [...]
Published On: September 8, 2013
Arizona exemptions finally changed after 30 year wait. Protects basic necessities for all Arizona residents. Exemptions protect important items from seizure by creditors. Examples are clothing, furniture, inexpensive vehicle, pets. On Sept. 13, 2013 most [...]
Published On: August 26, 2013
Keeping Kids in their Home Foundation is a scam. “Someone should never deed their house over to anyone without the bank‘s consent. These guys are predators. It’s just sad and disgusting.” The answer is "yes" [...]
Published On: June 2, 2013
Interview with Diane L. Drain: As a secretary I had a unique talent: filling in for staff with demanding bosses who were “extremely brilliant attorneys without good social skills with staff.” “Heads I win, tails [...]
Published On: April 23, 2013
Until 2013 most Arizona exemptions have not changed since 1982. Bankruptcy cases filed after September 2013 will be able to use the new exemptions. “Heads I win, tails you lose” is a fraudulent coin toss. [...]
Published On: June 5, 2012
Bankruptcy Attorney, Law Professor, Community Activist, Mentor and much more... Working with an experienced bankruptcy attorney is very important because bankruptcy is an extremely complicated legal procedure. Bankruptcy is like a Rubik's cube. Diane [...]
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 [...]
You allowed me to be human and treated me with dignity
"You allowed me to be human and treated me with dignity." K.M. I know that you are acutely aware of how deeply emotional and draining financial problems are. You took the time to talk with me about our foreclosure and 2nd mortgage. You allowed me to be human [...]
Diane and Jay were both very helpful and promptly answered questions that came up
"Diane and Jay were both very helpful and promptly answered questions that came up" N.F. Diane and Jay were both very helpful and promptly answered questions that came up either via return phone call, email or both. They both were very knowledgeable about the whole process and [...]
Process was very simple to understand
“Process was very simple to understand” R.C. Very professional Diane and Jay, loved their process was very simple to understand.
Experience more comfortable and professional than expected
“Experience more comfortable and professional than expected” D & D.S. Our experience with you as council was so much more comfortable and professional than I expected. You are simply the best. I recommend anyone who has the unfortunate situation of being faced with bankruptcy to seek your [...]
Diane Helped Me Understand the Process
“She helped me understand why and how certain steps were necessary...” N.G.. I greatly appreciated Diane's thoroughness and ability to explain the process. She helped me understand why and how certain steps were necessary which reassured me that this was the right decision to make and that [...]
Diane is very smart, patient, kind and sincere
Diane has a very calm confidence because she knows the laws inside and out. L.D. Diane is very smart, patient, kind and sincere. I am a better person for knowing her. I was so nervous to call and start the process but Diane made everything seem easy. [...]
avoid bankruptcy mills
"Avoid bankruptcy mills" D. & B. We were extremely pleased with the quality and level of support you and Jay provided. We had shopped around a bit before contacting you and once we did the comparison with other attorneys and bankruptcy “mills” was extremely and significantly positive. [...]
Diane, Thank you so much!
"Diane, Thank you so much!" G.S. Diane, Thank you so much! You did a fantastic job and made this complex process so easy to understand. As you know I interviewed a different Attorney first. I’m so happy I choose you! You are by far the most informed person on [...]
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. [...]
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! [...]
Diane is the resource you need.
"Diane is the resource you need." K.M. If you are reading this; you probably need the services of a bankruptcy attorney and you’re worried and maybe a little frightened of the entire process and it’s impact on your life. Please trust us when we tell you that Diane is [...]
Super Kind!
“Super Kind!” Anon She was very professional and stayed in her lane as she knew I had already hired another Attorney. She was kind and made me feel better about my choice that I made. She gave me sound advice, and she didn’t have to do that. [...]
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.
Thank you both for taking care of us and taking the time!!
Thank you both for taking care of us and taking the time!! D.K. 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 [...]
Diane shows compassion and understanding to her clients.
“Diane shows compassion and understanding to her clients.” M.W. Diane provides educated and honest information throughout the entire process. She shows compassion and understanding to her clients. She was not my first attorney but took my case on in very short order. She cleaned up all of [...]
I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Drain to anyone
"I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Drain to anyone" R. It became necessary for me to file bankruptcy in earlier this year. While I was contemplating that action, I interviewed with several attorneys to determine their attitudes and work habits. In all but one I felt that the [...]
Thank you for the good news and for being nothing less than a “stellar” legal representative
"Thank you for the good news and for being nothing less than a “stellar” legal representative" C.M. Diane, Thank you for the good news and for being nothing less than a “stellar” legal representative, a great and understanding sounding board for me during a most difficult and [...]

