I want to buy a home that has been vacant for years how do i find a real estate lawyer to help me htrough the process?

Although a property may not be occupied, someone owns it.  It is that person or company that you must buy it from.  You can either go to the recorder of deeds office in your county,  search online in some counties like mycountyofMontgomery, or contact a realtor.  You can find them in the phone book or online.  The advantage of having a realtor is they will be able to advise you during the process and prepare the necessary forms.  You can accomplish the same thing with an attorney.