Also, while I can't advise on your lease question, I can say that an attorney told me that NC is one of the hardest states for enforcing a judgement.

From my employer, I have legal insurance through ARAG that covers 100% of attorney fees when buying a primary residence, filing fees are extra.

The plaintiff's and insurance company's attorneys seem to know the drill - which is that the case will be settled for under $20k.Have been told this amount is cheaper for the insurance companies than challenging the plaintiff's claim and going to a jury trial.In our opinion, this just encourages desperate tenants AND personal injury attorneys to file frivolous claims!

Most real estate investors are probably not as protected as they 'should' be, but most will also probably never deal with a claim.Talk to an attorney.

When you said your friend had a mediator get involved and that helped the situation get resolved, are you saying they hired an attorney to draft up a 5 day notice?

I'd say it's worth talking to an experienced landlord/tenant attorney and understanding the risks and weighing the pros and cons. 

Quote from @Moshe Marciano: Hi everyone,I wanted to share my current situation and seek some advice. ...You're in the realm of an attorney.

I got a call from title company and their attorney instructed them that they can NO longer close deals that are from assignments.. or do double closes.. 

Can anyone recommend a Real Estate Attorney in the Florida area?

DM me, and I will send you contacts for attorneys, lenders, and accountants they have previously used.