Stronger sometimes they have to do what they have planned in their head before they can see the folly of their ways.
Based upon what you write about him...he is NOT as horrible as most and has made some pretty amazing overtures. MLC being what it is, I am impressed with him and really think despite the filing and lawyers you have a really good shot, as long as you don't tear down the framework that is being built by your impatience or wounded pride.
Experience is a brutal teacher, but you learn. My God, do you learn. - C.S. Lewis
Life is usually all about how you handle Plan B. - Jack3Beans
Listen without defending; Speak without offending - FaithinAK