So - is that something you want to defend?

I can also refer you to attorneys I know who have defended agents in cases like this and there are also some excellent TX RE attorneys on BP who can give you true legal advice, of which mine is not.

No location was provided in the question... so it is unclear how you intend to obtain a judgment/order of possession without proving that service of process/notice has been provided to the tenant defendant, or if that is even possible.

In VA the first date the Judge just establishes if there is agreement from the defendant.

I just feel the need to defend my hometown when I know there’s potential.

I chose Champions Real Estate Services.

As opposed to insurance in which it is the insurance company that pays its lawyers to settle or defend you. 

If so, has the defendant been convicted? 

Mary JayI would talk to some additional Attorney's especially ones who sue and defend auto liability claims.

Would the return be audited and would you be able to defend your position.It looks like your accountant is looking for the route that pays the least tax to make you a happier customer.