It's a racket alright. It's a damn shame is what it is. Why do people use a lawyer to do a closing in NJ and in Florida no lawyer is needed? OK grasshopper let's see the answers you have for this dilemma. I am comfortable being represented when that much loot is changing hands.
If there is a good reason for no lawyer I will be grateful to change my lifelong strategy....more money to spend at the new Walmart....Shoot!