Rental Property Recovered but Trashed

[Dan Liptak]

Lets start this with saying I had a nightmare tenant  Constantly late and finally in January 2020 she was was an entire month behind.  Lost job... etc.  I served noticed to get the ball rolling but was willing to work out a payment plan in court.  BIG MISTAKE. My case was heard in February and we agreed on a payment plan.  COVID-19 hit and she defaulted as soon as there was an eviction moratorium.  The back rent grew and grew up to apx 16k.  Finally after offering cash for keys for her to leave she did (took 2 months).  Upon getting back in to the property it was wrecked.  It appears she turned the house into a feral cat resort.  We had to help her capture and remove half a dozen cats (demons).  Feces and urine all over the smell is unbearable.  Hardwood floors through are wrecked beyond sanding in most rooms.  I estimate close to 20k in damages and 16k in back rent.

Is it worth the legal expense and trouble to pursue a judgement?

I feel this is beyond DIY or a cleaning company.  What is the best way to get this property cleaned up? 

Need advice - Thanks!