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Law Off of D.L. Drain P.A., Arizona Bankruptcy Lawyer | "Helping You Get Your Life Back on Track"
  • Our Story & Reviews
    • About Diane L. Drain
    • Why Hire Diane?
    • How Can We Help You?
    • Reviews from Clients & Fellow Lawyers
    • Diane’s Honors & Awards
    • Formula for Simple Living
    • Bankruptcy History & Religion
    • Life Tips and Humor
  • Bankruptcy
    • General Review of Bankruptcy
    • Bankruptcy for an Individual
    • Bankruptcy For Small Business
    • Bankruptcy Help For Creditors
    • General Bankruptcy FAQs
    • Bankruptcy Articles & Links
    • Tools & Downloads
      • Beyond Bankruptcy Forms (PDF)
      • Arizona Exemptions (download)
      • Federal Exemptions (download)
      • Chapter 7 Flowchart (download)
      • Chapter 13 Flowchart (download)
      • Bankruptcy Terms in Plain Language
      • How to Protect Your Social Security
      • Superior Court Process & Helpful Links
      • Important Chapter 7 & 13 Deadlines
    • Bankruptcy Videos
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Category: Bankruptcy

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

  • sign: follow the rules

    Even if You Are in Prison – File Required Bankruptcy Documents or Your Case Will Be Dismissed.

    Published On: April 3, 2021

    In prison?  If You Are Going to File Bankruptcy, You Must Follow the Rules – No Exception. In re Harrell, BAP No. EC-20-1091-BTL (9th Cir BAP, 3-20-21) Harrell is incarcerated [...]

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    Bankruptcy Related Changes Under CARES Act and Consolidated Appropriations Act

    Published On: April 3, 2021

    Bankruptcy Related Changes Under the CARES Act and the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 February 9, 2021 By Andreozzi Bluestein LLP  By: Daniel F. Brown, Esq. (provided here for educational purposes [...]

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    Is Pre-bankruptcy Planning Good Advice at the Time, but Bad Faith Later?”

    Published On: February 2, 2021

    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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    What Makes a Great Bankruptcy Attorney?

    Published On: January 2, 2021

    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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    How to Avoid phishing, smishing, vishing, and other scams

    Published On: October 22, 2020

    FDIC Consumer News: Beware, It’s a Scam! Avoid phishing, smishing, vishing, and other scams FDIC Consumer News - October 2020 Criminals are constantly trying to steal consumers’ personal data using fake emails, websites, phone [...]

  • Financially Stressed

    Are you financially stressed right now? What to know about options, from debt negotiation to bankruptcy

    Published On: September 9, 2020

    Are you financially stressed right now? What to know about options, from debt negotiation to bankruptcy Russ Wiles, Arizona Republic, Arizona Republic Interviews Diane L. Drain about debt relief, including [...]

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    Paycheck Protection Program – New Changes

    Published On: June 13, 2020

    SBA issues rules and guidance regarding the amended Paycheck Protection Program. The Flexibility Act: legislation signed June 5 lowered to 60% from 75% the minimum percentage of PPP funds borrowers have to spend on payroll [...]

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    I am a Leader in Democratization of Knowledge about Bankruptcy. Who Knew!

    Published On: May 31, 2020

    Who knew that I was a leader in providing knowledge to others (now called “Democratizing Knowledge)!! An article on Wired, Natalie Chyi, focuses a light on how COVID-19 has changed the prospective of on sharing [...]

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    Bankruptcy After COVID-19, What Should You Do to Avoid Mistakes?

    Published On: May 9, 2020

    This is a difficult time for everyone – employer, employee, parents, and seniors.  Never decide to do something without understanding the consequences of those innocent actions. We all know it [...]

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    How Filing for Bankruptcy Changed My Life

    Published On: April 30, 2020

    lawyer, retired law professor, educator, wife, mother I could tell you how bankruptcy may change your life, but why would you listen to me? After all, I am the attorney who charges money [...]

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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 [...]

5 / 5

she is the last person to quit, and the first person to help

“she is the last person to quit, and the first person to help” Beits Livneh, Legal Technology Solutions Diane is a first CUSTOMER that I’m leaving a review for… As her IT consultant, Diane proves to us weekly that she is a capable, responsible, honest and hard working woman! [...]

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Thank you so much for your understanding and help!

"Thank you so much for your understanding and help!!" T. Thank you so much for your assistance with this. It’s nice to see that not everyone treats bankruptcy filers as lepers. I was afraid that filing was going to be a huge and embarrassing hurdle to overcome and [...]

5 / 5

She is an expert in her field and compassionate.

“Quality and compassion. ” S. She is an expert in her field and compassionate. She listens and provides good advice. She will help you resolve difficult circumstances. S.

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

Diane Helped me Maneuver the Process of Bankruptcy Through an Unusual Situation

“You can feel confident in her ability to provide you with any and all answers that may arise.  ” D.L. I can’t say enough about the professionalism for Diane Drain and Jay. She helped me maneuver the process of Bankruptcy through an unusual situation. I highly recommend Diane [...]

5 / 5

My Attorney Was Disbarred, Diane Jumped in to Help.

“Diane has been a G_d send to me. My previous attorney was disbarred and I had a hearing before the Bankruptcy (Judge not the Trustee). Diane jumped in. Attended my court date and has taken care of me from there. . ” M.W. Diane has been a [...]

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

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 [...]

5 / 5

I have followed your advice

"I have followed your advice." B.B. About 10 years ago you represented me in my bankruptcy and you were wonderful. I have referred a number of people to you, though I fear some of them did not have the ovaries for the follow through. I have followed your [...]

5 / 5

Diane Drain is really knowledgeable.

"Diane Drain is really knowledgeable." B.W. Diane Drain is really knowledgeable. She helped us tremendously in our bankruptcy case. We are thankful for all she did for us!

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

Any questions we had were answered quickly.

“Any questions we had were answered quickly. ” L. C. Diane and Jay have been wonderful through this whole experience. I don’t know what we would’ve done without them. Any questions we had were answered quickly. I would highly recommend their law firm if you’re looking for [...]

5 / 5

Diane and Jay saved us.

“Diane and Jay saved us.  We were in deed financial trouble due to my mother's care.” P.E. Diane and Jay saved us. We were in deep financial trouble due to my mother's care. Both Diane and Jay were always available to answer any questions and helped us [...]

5 / 5

Following her guidance help make the process as smooth as possible

“Following her guidance help make the process as smooth as possible” D.K. Diane is extremely knowledgeable about the whole process. Following her guidance help make the process as smooth as possible. Throughout the process she treated me with the upmost in respect and professionalism. [...]

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