Published On: June 13, 2022
Diane Drain received the 2022 Preeminent Award and Gold Client Champion Award from Martindale-Hubbell. The 2022 AV Preeminent award is given to an "elite group of attorneys who have been rated highly by their peers [...]
Published On: October 12, 2014
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Published On: August 17, 2014
The fact that debt collection affects one in three Americans is astounding. The other day, a caller said, "I used a document preparer or bankruptcy petition preparer. Certainly they have obligations to keep my social [...]
Published On: May 22, 2014
Creditors want Jacoby & Meyers forced into chapter 7 bankruptcy. According to the Wall Street Journal, May 21, 2014 - creditors of Jacoby & Meyers bankruptcy firm are very unhappy because the dissolved firm is [...]
Published On: May 21, 2014
Diane Drain received the Top Contributor Award from AVVO. This award is given to attorneys who answered legal questions asked on AVVO.com Diane L. Drain, bankruptcy attorney, retired law professor, mentor and community spokesperson. [...]
Published On: May 19, 2014
In the United States of America vs. Richard Sylvester Berry. (Why Pay a Lawyer) Charges filed allege the business and Richard Berry are in violation of multiple federal laws prohibiting bankruptcy fraud, bankruptcy bribery, and [...]
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: November 29, 2013
Cash America International, Inc., one of the largest payday lenders in the country, to pay $19 Million.. The company agreed to reimburse up to $14 million related to debt collection lawsuits and $5 million penalty [...]
Published On: November 6, 2013
Debt collectors face new rules under proposal from Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (By Danielle Douglas, Published: November 5) According to the Washington Post: the government is preparing restrictions on debt collectors, a loosely regulated industry [...]
Thank you for helping us through such a difficult time
"Thank you for helping us through such a difficult time!" G & S Thank you for helping us through such a difficult time. You patience and expertise was comforting and we knew that we were in very good hands.
It was clear she cared and was committed to helping people
"It was clear she cared and was committed to helping people." Posted on AVVO Anonymous When I made my decision to file for bankruptcy I did some research. I went through a link on the U.S. court website and read a lot online. Referrals from the court website [...]
I felt well prepared and protected by Diane
“I highly recommend Diane Drain if you are looking for a fantastic bankruptcy attorney who will look out for you and your interests.” D.D.Z. Diane has been an amazing attorney. This was a hard time in my life but she kept me on track and was incredibly [...]
After paying all my bills for 49 years and barely treading water, I was laid off and found myself with nothing
After paying all my bills for 49 years and barely treading water, I was laid off and found myself with nothing. D.W. Like many people, I was very apprehensive about filing bankruptcy. At 65 years old, I always thought- That would never be me! But after paying all my [...]
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. [...]
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 and Jay did an excellent job
"Diane and Jay did an excellent job" S.K. Diane and Jay did an excellent job and my wife and I could not be happier. She was able to help us keep the assets that were important to our family and answered our questions along the way. Very [...]
I have a much clearer understanding of my choices and that has made the financial challenges much easier to deal with
I have a much clearer understanding of my choices and that has made the financial challenges much easier to deal with. T.P. Feeling the questionable unease of financial hardship can be one of life’s most serious challenges; not knowing where to turn for information, who to trust, [...]
Diane helped me retain my dignity
"Diane helped me retain my dignity ." S & A *Diane helped me retain my dignity during a very uncomfortable time. I am very grateful.
From our initial consultation, we were impressed by Diane’s legal knowledge and compassionate nature
“From our initial consultation, we were impressed by Diane's legal knowledge and compassionate nature,” C.R. My elderly parents were experiencing financial difficulty due to dealings with an unscrupulous timeshare company. Their only option was to file bankruptcy. While searching for a bankruptcy attorney, we came across the [...]
My wife and I would highly recommend Diane Drain
"My wife and I would highly recommend Diane Drain." R. 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 pretty painless. Thank [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Diane made this whole process a lot less scary
"Diane made this whole process a lot less scary" L.S. Diane made this whole process a lot less scary and answered all my questions in a way that made me feel like this really wasn’t the end of the world for me. I would highly recommend her [...]
what a great honor it was to have you represent us
"What a great honor it was to have you represent us." J & D Dearest Diane & Jay, Thank you for giving us the opportunity to express what a great honor it was to have you represent us in our bankruptcy. We are sneaking up on our third anniversary [...]
Words cannot express the gratitude!
"Words cannot express the gratitude!" Anonymous Words cannot express the gratitude we have for you! Rate Ms. Drain’s services: 5.0 out of 5.0.
I am glad that Diane was the person to lead me through it
"I am glad that Diane was the person to lead me through it." T. I wish that I did not have to file for bankruptcy protection; nevertheless, having to go through the process I am glad that Diane was the person to lead me through it. Diane definitely [...]
Diane cleaned up serious mistakes made by another attorney
Diane cleaned up serious mistakes made by another attorney. J.D. Diane helped me straighten out my case, after an attorney from a different law firm, made serious mistakes in my filing that could have been extremely detrimental. If not for her very professional guidance, constant communication and follow-up, while [...]
