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Consumer and small business bankruptcy issues. Deals with before, during and after bankruptcy.

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    What is a Bad Faith Bankruptcy?

    Published On: January 3, 2024

    Understanding Why Some Bankruptcy Cases Get Dismissed or Discharge Revoked for Bad Faith What does it mean when someone says I have a bad-faith bankruptcy? Bankruptcy is meant to offer individuals and [...]

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    Published On: May 24, 2022

    “Top Notch Representation, Personalized Service! ” T.M. Diane Drain personally answers her incoming calls! Every individual has their own specific reasons for seeking bankruptcy protection. I enlisted Ms. Drain's assistance and from [...]

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    Published On: April 18, 2022

    Education Loans Can Be Discharged in Bankruptcy Busting myths about bankruptcy and private student loans By Robert G. Cameron – APR 12, 2022 (Reprint from Consumer Financial Protection Bureau "www.CFPB.gov".  The following is an [...]

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    Every client deserves competent advice in order to plan their life, but they also need to be able to avoid unforeseen results.  They also deserve to be treated with respect and compassion by everyone involved [...]

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    Find The Right Bankruptcy Lawyer For You Reprint from a great California bankruptcy attorney – Cathy Moran Picking  the  right bankruptcy lawyer  is a lot like picking the right head [...]

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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

Diane was very concerned and compassionate

"Diane was very concerned and compassionate." Anonymous Filing bankruptcy was not an easy decision but Diane made the whole process very easy and understandable. As a client you have a lot of control as to your personal outcome. Be diligent, do the homework, and complete all the information [...]

5 / 5

My wife and I would recommend Diane to anyone who is thinking of filing

"My wife and I would recommend Diane to anyone who is thinking of filing" P.A. Filing for Bankruptcy is a huge decision, yet Diane’s knowledge of the laws from her years of experience make it far less daunting. My wife and I would recommend Diane to anyone who [...]

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

You truly are amazing

"You truly are amazing" B. & M. You truly are amazing – we can never thank you enough for your hard work, concern and professionalism. I knew from my initial phone call to you that I was very lucky to have found you. [...]

5 / 5

I feel better mentally and physically, just like you said I would

"I feel better mentally and physically, just like you said I would!" M. Thank you once again for your incredible knowledge and persistence with these people. Ever since we have done the filing, I feel better mentally and physically, just like you said I would. [...]

5 / 5

Diane and Jay were amazing!

“Amazing Experience” E.L. Diane and Jay were amazing! They made everything so easy and answered all of my questions thoroughly. I appreciate all the help and guidance I received throughout my filing experience. I would highly recommend Diane to anyone looking into bankruptcy. [...]

5 / 5

I Leaned on Diane’s Expertise

“Diane Took the Time to Drop Great Wisdom and Insight for my Situation. ” D. C. I called to lean on Diane’s expertise around trust deed financing (even though it’s not her primary practice focus) and she took the time to drop great wisdom and insight for [...]

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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 [...]

5 / 5

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. [...]

5 / 5

Diane has many years of experience and is honest and it shows.

“Diane has many years of experience and is honest and it shows...” J.C. To declare Bankruptcy is a both personal and difficult and at time can seem overwhelming , but With Diane and Jay they made the journey as comfortable and easy understanding as possible. with Diane [...]

5 / 5

Highly recommend Diane and Jay

Highly recommend Diane and Jay. C.T. Diane and Jay were not only very knowledgeable and patient, but they took time to educate me and point me to the resources I needed. Diane and Jay walked me through every step and worked with me through any confusion or [...]

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ROCKSTARS Diane and Jay!!! I am so happy

“ROCKSTARS Diane and Jay!!! I am so happy ” P.C. ROCKSTARS Diane and Jay!!! I am so happy to work with you again. Within a few months, you got me the BEST results. You did exactly what you said you would do. You went above and beyond [...]

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There were no demons or dragons. It my constitutional right to be free of debt

There were no demons or dragons. It my constitutional right to be free of debt. V.M. I first met Diane in 2009. I was losing control of my finances and therefore my whole life seemed a day to day mix of anxiety and fear. I landed on [...]

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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.

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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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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 [...]

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Your fees are extremely reasonable

"Your fees are extremely reasonable!" N. We cannot thank you enough for helping us through this difficult and embarrassing situation. After our first phone conversation I had no doubt you would be able to help us and that you actually cared about our situation. So many larger firms [...]

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