The term "Witness Only Closing" is somewhat misleading in the state of Georgia. This is because Georgia is an "Attorney Only" state, which means that all real estate closings must be witnessed by a licensed attorney in good standing with the Georgia Bar Association. This proceeds from the fact that real estate closings are considered transfers of certain legal rights pertaining to the property being transacted upon, and as such, must be done under the oversight of a qualified lawyer.

A more accurate way to differentiate between full and witness only closings in attorney only states might be by the level of service provided by the attending attorney. Additional services traditionally rendered by attorneys overseeing real estate transactions include, but are not limited to title searches and document preparation, services not provided by the traditional witness at witness-only closings - a notary public. Such attorney-assisted closings are referred to as full closings.

While the need for attorney only closings remains an issue for debate, there are several important advantages to having an attorney present, and only one drawback - the cost of an attorney. That's where Middle GA Real Estate Attorneys comes in. We eliminate the down side, while providing the kind of service that you expect (and the law requires). Whether you're a first time home buyer or a savvy old hand at the real estate game, you can count on us! Professional inquiries welcomed!