M. Daisy Everhart

Hired her in 2011, for divorce secondary to infidelity/domestic violence. From the first meeting, I was upfront with her regarding serious dealings by ex -spouse e.g. forgery of checks/ documents, hidden bank accounts, etc. Stated she could "handled anything. " When my ex switched to a "most expens...ive lawyer in EP" (her own words), her fees quadruple. As ex's lawyer dragged case, her fees were accumulating and I did not have the means to give her monthly payments. She tried to coax me into settling: basically my ex would be awarded everything and I be awarded attorney's fees to pay her. When I voiced my opinion that this was very unfair, she gave me a lecture (and a copy of an article from Texas State Bar) stating that more than 65% of females undergoing divorce in the state of Texas end up in a severe financial dilemma and even bankrupt . From here own, it just got worse for me. She failed to enforce sanctions against my ex regarding his discovery; her staff (including her daughter) became rude and very defensive when I would bring up my right to force ex to produce his discovery. She then send me a letter demanding another $10,000 to continue with my case. When I did not meet her demands, she took me to court for motion for withdrawal of counsel, which was granted by the Judge of 65th court. Two years later, I still can not get divorced, I am broke, but yet I do not qualify for legal aid because I do not meet the criteria. And what is worse, she not only prolonged my case but because she never made a motion to compel my ex to produce his complete discovery (hidden bank accounts, properties,etc), it will lead to unfair trial. At this time, I am just waiting for my ex's lawyer to set a date for trial. And what is worse, the JUDGE CONSENTED TO MY CHILDREN'S SUPPORT CHECK BE SIGNED OVER TO PAY FOR MY EX-SPOUSE'S LAWYER'S FEES. DO NOT HIRE HER!! YOU WILL BE WASTING YOUR MONEY AND TIME!!! In the beginning, she will make all sorts of promises. But when she becomes overwhelmed with your case, (JUST LIKE THE PREVIOUS REVIEWERS STATED) she will coax you into settling but it will not be to your benefit. If you refuse to settle, she will demand more money. IF you refuse her demand, then she will withdraw as your lawyer, and believe me you will not have any type of recourse with the legal system.