Published On: June 30, 2022
Watch a short video on how Chapter 7 Bankruptcy works Explore the journey of Chapter 7 bankruptcy, from determining eligibility to achieving debt discharge. Gain valuable expert insights and guidance every step of [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
I have a created a list of ways to survive after a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Click on the button below to learn more. More Detail on how to survive after a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
The court sets the filing fees, which change over time. Whether you file bankruptcy separately or jointly with your spouse, the charge is the same. In addition to the court filing fee, each participant is [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
• First and foremost, inform the debtor about the need of filing for bankruptcy. It is critical that the debtor completely disclose all assets and liabilities (no exceptions). This instruction takes several hours, and the [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
Many people ask me if they “can file for bankruptcy on their own.” “Yes, anyone has the legal right to perform their own open heart surgery, so why not their own bankruptcy?” I always respond. [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
A permanent resident of Arizona can file bankruptcy in the Arizona bankruptcy court. But, you must have lived in Arizona for at least half of the last 180 days (6 months) in order to [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a tool that can be used to help people start over. A chapter 7 bankruptcy is a federal law that allows a person to be relieved (discharged) from paying their [...]
Published On: June 28, 2022
Bankruptcy is a very complicated interplay of several different state and federal laws. This area of practice should not be undertaken without adequate representation. For your own sake, please do not use document preparers [...]
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 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 [...]
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. [...]
This has made a huge difference in my life
“This has made a huge difference in my life” D.S. I approached Diane with a large debt problem. Although I was working with a company to pay down the debt, one of the credit card companies decided to sue me. This would have destroyed all my pay-back [...]
Assisted in identifying and helping me successfully navigate any pitfalls
Assisted in identifying and helping me successfully navigate any pitfalls. R.G. Diane Drain and Jay provided professional, comprehensive services and support through every step of the bankruptcy process, were always available to answer questions. Diane has developed an extensive array of handouts and email templates that addressed [...]
very compassionate and explains everything
"very compassionate and explains everything" J & B.S. It was such a pleasure working with Diane through this difficult process. Diane is a wonderful attorney who not only knows the bankruptcy law inside and out, but is very compassionate and explains everything in detail through each step [...]
Diane’s steady hand, expertise and cool head, got us on the right track
“Diane’s steady hand, expertise and cool head, got us on the right track.” P.R. Our lives were spinning out of control. We were trying all kinds of “quick fix” gimmicks to get our finances in order following employment challenges and being small business [...]
You relieved deep seated fears for me…
“You relieved deep seated fears for me…” J.M. You made this terribly difficult situation as comfortable for me as possible. You relieved deep seated fears for me and I felt I was very well taken care of and I felt every area was taken care of completely. [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
Thank you for your caring and professionalism with my case
"Caring and professional!" R.L. Thank you for your caring and professionalism with my case. You are the best!
Diane and Jay are the Best
“Diane told me how to file a complaint against Scott Forrester and ask the State Bar for my money back.” D.B. Diane and Jay have been wonderful to work with, they are really the best. I found them after paying Scott Forrester and finding out he was [...]
She’s the best!
"She's the best!" P.I. Diane helped me file a bankruptcy. I messed up and continued paying on one credit card. It was because of Diane's expert help that I was refunded my full amount of $1200.
We are very happy we were referred to Diane for assistance
"We are very happy we were referred to Diane for assistance." S.G. Diane helped my husband and me get past a difficult chapter in our lives. She answered all our questions and gave us excellent advice. We followed her directions from start to finish and the process went [...]
Nothing short of excellent
"Nothing short of excellent" A.M. Diane – you are nothing short of excellent! From the first hello, how can I help you- to congratulations, your discharge has been entered, you were superb! Patient, understanding, compassionate, kind, considerate, knowledgeable, highly-skilled expert are a few words that come to [...]
Diane helped me navigate through these dark and difficult times.
“Diane helped me navigate through these dark and difficult times. ” J.M. Before bankruptcy your sense of security feels compromised and is actually in a very fragile state. Often times people relate finances to personal uniqueness. Before bankruptcy this is broken. Through bankruptcy Diane helped me navigate through [...]
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.
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.

