Ever M. Hess

Appeals & Court Experience

Ever has considerable appellate experience. She has assisted in drafting a petition for certiorari to the United States Supreme Court and has helped obtain dozens of wins for clients in state and federal appellate courts across the country. Before joining the firm, Ever was an assistant attorney general at the Maryland Office of the Attorney General, where she independently drafted dozens of successful appellate briefs on behalf of the state and presented numerous appellate arguments resulting in significant wins.

She also has extensive experience drafting successful dispositive motion briefs and other briefs for clients, has argued motions and taken testimony in trial courts across the country, and has helped secure meaningful outcomes for clients ranging from preliminary injunctions and favorable settlements to significant post-trial wins.

Prior Experience

After law school, Ever clerked for the Hon. Kathryn Grill Graeff of the Appellate Court of Maryland. Ever began her practice with Faegre Drinker, then worked as an associate at a copyright and trademark litigation boutique and at the Maryland Office of the Attorney General before rejoining the firm.

Personal Interests

Ever is a horse enthusiast who has received several national and regional titles on the Arabian Horse Association’s equestrian competition circuit. She is also a self-proclaimed foodie and enjoys indulging in D.C.’s wonderful restaurant scene.