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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 the Paperwork: It’s Not Just Filling Out Forms, and Understanding The Attorney’s Role
      • 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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  • Another Loan Workout Nightmare, plus Resources for Saving Your Home: Arizona

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    Hundreds of thousands of people try to save their homes are defrauded by “mortgage modification” and other scams. Desperate people find themselves and their family on the street after trying [...]

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    CFPB Launches Massive Lawsuit – Debt Collectors, Payment Processors and others

    Published On: April 9, 2015

    Debt Collectors Sued for Fraudulent Activities Debt collectors accused of harassing consumers about “phantom” debts. According to an article in the American Banker, by Rachel Witkowski ,  4/9/2015, The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau “CFPB” has [...]

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    Published On: March 15, 2015

    Morgan Drexen accused of deceiving consumers by charging fees related to “sham” bankruptcy services Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)  filed its lawsuit in August 2013, against debt-relief services company Morgan Drexen.  The CFPB alleges, among [...]

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    Richard S. Berry, Why Pay a Lawyer, Pleads Guilty to Bankruptcy Fraud

    Published On: February 27, 2015

    Richard Sylvester Berry (disbarred lawyer and felon), Why Pay a Lawyer, admits to defrauding clients (again). Richard S. Berry, Why Pay a Lawyer, admits to committing bankruptcy fraud. This is not the first time Mr. [...]

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    Am I Responsible for My Deceased Spouse’s Pre-marriage Debts?

    Published On: February 3, 2015

    Warning: Laws governing situations differ state to state. Make sure to talk to an experienced attorney about your unique circumstances. NOTE: This is not intended to be legal advice. This area of law turns on [...]

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    Increase in Vehicle Title Loans Disasterous for the Poor

    Published On: January 1, 2015

    Vehicle title loans are a “form of indenture” with interest rates 80 percent to over 500 percent. The hardships caused by title loans are being cited as one of the big challenges facing poor and [...]

  • Stories From a Bankruptcy Attorney – the good, the bad and the moronic.

    Published On: December 24, 2014

    As an Arizona attorney with more than 25 years experience in bankruptcy and foreclosure I see people making desperate economic decisions they later regret. I deal with this behavior by mumbling under my breath (and [...]

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    CFPB Takes Action to End Student “Debt Relief” Scams

    Published On: December 15, 2014

    College Education Services and Student Loan Processing are charged with illegal advance fees. Accused of student loan fraud by falsely promised lower payments; falsely claimed quick relief from default or garnishment. STUDENT LOAN FRAUD - [...]

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    Scam Arrest Warrants: Normally You Cannot Be Arrested for Not Paying Your Bills

    Published On: September 27, 2014

    FAKE ARREST WARRANTS ISSUED BY DEBT COLLECTORS The other day a caller said "I used a document preparer or bankruptcy petition preparer. Certainly they have obligations to keep my social security number confidential?" [...]

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    35% of All Americans are Faced With Claims From Debt Collectors

    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 [...]

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5 / 5

Experienced and excellent. 5.0 stars

"Experienced and excellent. 5.0 stars" M.R. Diane did a tremendous job preparing me for my bankruptcy. She educated me thoroughly about the process and stressed the importance of following all the steps as concisely as possible. Her rates are very reasonable, and I cannot recommend her highly [...]

5 / 5

I wish all attorneys treated their clients the way that Ms. Drain and Jay treated me

"I wish all attorneys treated their clients the way that Ms. Drain and Jay treated me." Anonymous I asked Ms. Drain to help me with a bankruptcy. When I first called I was scared, afraid to answer my phone and worried that my wages were about to be [...]

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

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

Diane and Jay were wonderful to work with.

“Diane and Jay were wonderful to work with.” P. Diane and Jay were wonderful to work with. They helped us navigate the bankruptcy process. They were informative and answered all our questions. We highly recommend them! P.

5 / 5

I can not imagine being treated with more professionalism

"I can not imagine being treated with more professionalism!" S. I want to express my appreciation to you and your assistant Jay for all your hard work. I can not imagine being treated with more professionalism and respect that you did. Going to the entire bankruptcy process [...]

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

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.

5 / 5

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.

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

I couldn’t have done it — wouldn’t have dreamed of even trying — without you and Jay. You’re the very best!

"I couldn't have done it -- wouldn't have dreamed of even trying -- without you and Jay. You're the very best!” D.C. For a review I decided to do something a little different, which is to adapt my last email letter because it illustrates my elation and good [...]

5 / 5

Diane is sincerely interested

Diane is sincerely interested. S.B. We are grateful to Jay for us sound advice and, also, to Diane for answering our messages. Diane is sincerely interested in any questions you may have.

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 [...]

5 / 5

Five Stars is Not Enough.

“Five Stars is Not Enough. ” T.D. It would be difficult to fully describe how effective and talented Diane is. She took my exceptionally (some would say ridiculously) complex case and made sense of it. I'd had a very negative experience with my former counsel and from Day [...]

5 / 5

She guided us through the entire process – five stars

“Diane is an excellent Bankruptcy Attorney - five stars  ” M.W. Five stars.  Diane is an excellent Bankruptcy Attorney. She guided my wife and I through the entire process. We highly recommend her to anyone who needs to file a bankruptcy. M.W.

5 / 5

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 [...]

5 / 5

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.

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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