I'm not knowledgable in this space I was told to connect with a commercial attorney.

Your success will be aided by utilizing local knowledge, assembling a solid team, and keeping up with laws and market trends. consultation with experts in both nations, such as tax consultants and real estate attorneys,

Any thoughts on hiring an attorney or public adjuster?

If I have done business with one and they were so dishonest that I literally had to engage an attorney just to get my own money back from them, I will inform you as well.

Written by attorney investors, it's full of practical advice about the management of investment property, has sample forms that can be edited, and - most importantly - tells you what your primary state laws are and where you can read them.

I'd have a local attorney advise you on local requirements. 

Likewise, you often cannot purchase insurance on property that you do not own which causes closing attorneys to purchase insurance on the day of close.

Anyone have an attorney that they could refer me to who’s investor friendly & that understands as well as structure wholesale/assignment of contract deals in Orange County NY area?

The free versions aren't very easy to edit so eventually you will want to have a subscription or have a local attorney draw a lease up for you. 

But if you persist, then I would make sure that you have this covered legally - contact an Attorney first!