David Dockhart

David Dockhart is the lawyer responsible for the late Ernie McAlister's estate. He brings Ed Washington an extra key after the Washington family moves into McAlister's old house. David also explains that the estate contains a puzzling financial mystery. Records indicate that Ernie turned an old family fortune into even greater wealth, yet distrusted banks, and no one has located the money. He asks the Washingtons to report any documents or valuables hidden in the house. After a secret tunnel is discovered, David somehow knows about it before the family has explained the find, adding another uneasy detail to the investigation. His information helps establish why the house, its hidden rooms, and Ernie's missing fortune deserve careful attention.