(((open eyes))) please hang in there as best as you can. it may cost more money to get a new attorney but it sounds like you would be better off with an attorney who is more capable of defending you. also, your attorney should prepare you for the deposition well in advance. as posted previously, it is important that you document all your neighbors have done to you by calling the police - this will provide your with evidence. it's news to me that your neighbors can be present at the deposition - it is not a trial. only you, your attorney and the opposing attorneys should attend the deposition. i am sorry to hear what your neighbors have done to you. sadly, there are a lot mean people in the world. i have had my own issues with mean people and it has also resulted in PTSD and depression. i wish you all the best.