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Do I need a lawyer to sell my house for cash?

Short answer

Not always, but having a real estate attorney review the contract and using a title company for closing adds protection.

Rules differ by state. This is general information, not legal or professional advice.

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Official sources

FTC consumer advice: mortgage relief and foreclosure rescue scamsconsumer.ftc.gov
HUD: find a housing counselorhud.gov
CFPB: help for homeownersconsumerfinance.gov