Published On: June 28, 2022
Normally, 8 years have passed since the last chapter 7 or 11 petition was filed. A chapter 7 discharge is only available to people who have followed the bankruptcy laws. For the next 8 years [...]
First, double-check that the debt was included in your bankruptcy. If it wasn’t, you might still have time to include it. Do not disregard the case; else, a default judgment will be entered against you. [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
Yes, after filing bankruptcy, you can pay off as many debts as you want or need to. Obviously, you must continue to pay the lender if you want to keep your home and automobile. You [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
For a year after you receive your discharge, notify your attorney immediately if your address or phone number changes. Make certain that the Court and the Trustee are both aware of your new address. [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
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Diane helped guide me through the bankruptcy every step of the way, with a very calm demeanor
Diane helped guide me through the bankruptcy every step of the way, with a very calm demeanor. D.W. If you have to file bankruptcy, I recommend you hire Diane Drain. After speaking to 3 other bankruptcy attorneys before Diane, I believe I know the difference between a knowledgeable, professional, [...]
You were brilliant!
"You were brilliant!!" G. I will never forget what you’ve done for me. You were brilliant!Thank you.
Diane and Jay were very knowledgeable, professional and supportive
"Diane and Jay were very knowledgeable, professional and supportive!" April Filing bankruptcy was a very difficult choice and experience. But, Diane and Jay were very knowledgeable, professional and supportive throughout the process. Your team made the honor roll in a perfect grade.
Efficient and Effective
"efficient and effective" Anonymous Diane was efficient and effective in handling my case. She has made herself available whenever a question arose. Her interface with the trustee allowed me sufficient time to allow an expedited discharge. Her office has provided an open door for any future issues [...]
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.
Diane and Jay were very patient with us
"Diane and Jay were very patient with us" N & J Diane and Jay were very patient with us in explaining every important detail involved in our case which helped ease the anxiety that sometimes came when we felt unsure about certain questions, Thank you. [...]
genuine service, honest people, and the feeling of your case being prioritized
“If you are in need of genuine service, honest people, and the feeling of having your case prioritized. Come here.” M.B. "Jay & Diane were absolutly phenomenal handling my case. Diane laid out a detailed step-by-step plan of what to expect. She guided me and my family [...]
They are compassionate truth-tellers who educate and empower
They are compassionate truth-tellers who educate and empower. M.R. Diane and Jay are caring and competent professionals who have helped so many people through difficult legal processes. They are compassionate truth-tellers who educate and empower as much as they provide legal assistance. Highly recommend. [...]
I will never forget how much they helped me get my life back.
I will never forget how much they helped me get my life back. R.A. As you can imagine, filing for bankruptcy can be stressful. Finding the right attorney can add to this stress. Working with Diane and Jay to guide me through this difficult process was the [...]
We are grateful for all the kindness and respect they showed us.
“We are grateful for all the kindness and respect they showed us in handling our case to completion. ” T.D. and R.I. Diane and Jay are an absolutely phenomenal professional team. Bankruptcy is not an easy undertaking and there is a lot of paperwork you have to [...]
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 [...]
Diane Drain and her staff have guided us through the rough terrain of a bankruptcy
"Diane Drain and her staff have guided us through the rough terrain of a bankruptcy" 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 [...]
Diane will clearly and patiently explain to you the most critical information
Diane will clearly and patiently explain to you the most critical information. J.M. If you are considering bankruptcy, make sure you consult with Diane Drain, and learn as much as you can from her website prior to your free consultation. Why? Diane will clearly and patiently explain [...]
They provided a balance of head and heart combined with expertise
"They provided a balance of head and heart combined with expertise!" R.F. She and her team are responsive, knowledgeable, efficient, trustworthy, good communicators, detail-oriented, well-connected, caring and compassionate. They provided a balance of head and heart combined with expertise and appropriate action to get it done. Being a well-established [...]
Diane and Jay are wonderful people that really went to great lengths to help us out
“Diane and Jay are wonderful people that really went to great lengths to help us out” J & T.M. Diane and Jay are wonderful people that really went to great lengths to help us out and manage our bankruptcy in order the give us the best chance [...]
Her knowledge and ability to ask the right questions enabled myself to have a plan of action
Her knowledge and ability to ask the right questions enabled myself to have a plan of action. L.G. I can’t begin to adequately express how professional, caring and dialed in Ms. Drain was when I consulted with her. Her knowledge and ability to ask the right questions enabled myself [...]
Being of Service to Others certainly overshadowed any money motivation…in the end her expert consultation did not cost us any money.
“Being of Service to Others certainly overshadowed any money motivation…in the end her expert consultation did not cost us any money. ” G.G. Diane was great at coming to our rescue during very stressful times… Dianne and her team were always in good communication and they always [...]
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 [...]

