A lawyer can help you through the home buying process by preparing or reviewing the purchase contract, advising you about financing and title insurance, answering your legal and tax questions and arranging for the documents necessary to complete the purchase. When you first visit a lawyer, you can ask for an estimate of legal fees and closing costs.
You should consult a lawyer before you sign a contract to buy a home. Although a printed form may be used for the purchase contact, you lawyer can make changes that protect you. For example, a change in the form may give you right to cancel the purchase (and get a refund of your deposit) if you obtain an unsatisfactory inspection report.