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<p class="MsoNormal">I need to retain an expert witness as to escrow practices, specifically the certification of the final settlement statement and maintenance of that record. Any suggestions / referrals are welcome. Thanks. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1F497D">Joseph Ward McIntosh</span><span style="color:#1F497D">
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