A New York notary public who is also an attorney may, in the attorney's discretion, take the affidavit or acknowledgment of:

A New York Notary Public Who Is Also An Attorney May In The Attorney S D – NY Notary Exam Practice

Any stranger who appears remotely

The attorney's own client in respect of a matter, claim, action, or proceeding

Only family members

Only documents affecting personal property

Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)

Reference: Executive Law §135

Source checked September 7, 2026

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Correct Answer

B. The attorney's own client in respect of a matter, claim, action, or proceeding

Detailed Explanation

Executive Law §135 specifically provides that a notary who is an attorney regularly admitted in New York may, in the attorney's discretion, take the affidavit or acknowledgment of the attorney's own client.

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