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 [...]
I give her Five Stars for the work she does
"I give her Five Stars for the work she does!" Anonymous As a single mother of two college sons, one can imagine, how difficult it was to explain to my sons that my finances between home, college and building past debt had me making the heartbreaking choice of filing [...]
I was in financial turmoil for various reasons and was running scared
"I was in financial turmoil for various reasons and was running scared" G.S. Five years ago, I was in financial term oil for various reasons and was running scared. I did not know what to do or how how was going to get out of the mess [...]
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 [...]
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 have help me once again attain the American dream
"You have help me once again attain the American dream…" J.R. I first met Diane Drain in September 2008 when she agreed to represent me in my Bankruptcy filing. It was a difficult decision for me as I had always had outstanding credit and prided myself on being [...]
This is your bankruptcy; you get out of it what you put in
"This is your bankruptcy; you get out of it what you put in" K.B. Diane Drain, and her amazing teammate, Jay were two of the most helpful, caring individuals I have met in a long, long time. The process of bankruptcy is daunting, having a guiding hand [...]
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 [...]
Helpful to establishing a stable life
“Helpful to establishing a stable life” L.A. Diane and Jay are a great team. Diane took the time to explain every step of the way and provide me with so much education regarding my bankruptcy. The material I obtained was and is very helpful to have a [...]
You will have to put in the required time and effort, but Diane’s processes and methodology does work
“You will have to put in the required time and effort, but Diane’s processes and methodology does work” A & N.S. I have worked in the demanding High Technology Industry for over 40 years and have been involved with many stressful and high pressure business situations worldwide. [...]
You were the main catalyst that made a very emotionally draining time very bearable
"You were the main catalyst that made a very emotionally draining time very bearable." M & B Just a quick note to say Thank You! We received our discharge paperwork this week and it has been a huge burden lifted off of our shoulders. I want to thank [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Communication is key when entering into a bankruptcy
“Communication is key when entering into a bankruptcy” K.H. I can’t say enough good things about Diane. The way she handled my not typical circumstances was amazing. I was very nervous to start the bankruptcy process but Diane just has a very comforting way of explaining the [...]
She is like your favorite professor who just happens to be a spitfire attorney and advocate for understanding, support, kindness and knowledge.
“She is like your favorite professor who just happens to be a spitfire attorney and advocate for understanding, support, kindness and knowledge.” N.B. I can't describe in a short review how much Diane and her team changed my life. I'm not being dramatic or cheesey. I had [...]
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 [...]
Bankruptcy is not in anyone’s long term plans and was something my wife and I never really considered for years as we slowly drowned in debt
Bankruptcy is not in anyone’s long term plans and was something my wife and I never really considered for years as we slowly drowned in debt. B.K. Bankruptcy is not in anyone’s long term plans and was something my wife and I never really considered for years [...]
Diane was extremely thorough and educated me
"Diane was extremely thorough and educated me" S.A. I had an old debt surprise me the other day by way of a Summons and Diane was kind enough to give me some solid advice. She is very knowledgeable and I highly recommend her if your are looking for [...]
I was extremely pleased by the professionalism
"I was extremely pleased by the professionalism" M.M. I was extremely pleased by the professionalism and care that I was handled with. I will recommend you to everyone I know that can use the expert help that you provided.
