Can we just have everything handled by lawyers?

Yes, of course you can have only the attorneys handle the transaction. Your friend (and you) will save money on the broker fee.

What can be done to keep her from trying to get any kind of inheritance to the house?

I am changing the practice area of this question so as to allow attorneys more experienced in Estate Planning to answer your question.

Since the property has not yet been leased, you should incorporate the correct terms specifying who will be responsible in the lease agreement.

The petition must list the correct address of the apartment. Seems like that would be a legitimate defense. Not sure why the judge would rule...

Is it normal for a real estate agent to ask for a person's bank statements and financials before accepting an offer?

Yes, they would like to see if you qualify financially before they accept you as a tenant or purchaser.

Is there anyway I can get money from him or prison him

Seems like you may have an actionable claim in small claims court. I highly doubt you will be able to bring criminal charges based on the details...

Will I be responsible for his credit cards in his name only?

If it's true that the debt is in "his" name only, you will not be responsible. However, you should make sure that none of the cards or loans are...

What are the consequences for selling that equipment and cows

The people who purchased those cows and equipment bought subject to the liens. This is more of a bankruptcy question, I am changing the topic so a...

Is a lawyer needed to evict this tennant, and where can information be found to proceed without one?

While a lawyer is not needed, I would highly recommend having an attorney on a case like this because there are many intracicies, which, if not...

Should I open a corporation or an LLC?

Property owners these days usually purchase investment real estate in separate LLCs to limit the liability of one entity to another. I would speak...