Contracts

In New York, an 'attorney approval contingency' (also called a 'lawyer's review clause') allows:

AOnly the buyer's attorney to review the contract
BEither party's attorney to review and potentially disapprove or modify the contract within a stated period (often 3-5 business days) after signing✓ Correct
CThe DOS to review all contracts
DThe title company to modify closing terms

Explanation

Attorney approval contingencies (common in some New York contracts, particularly for residential transactions) give either or both parties' attorneys a brief window to review, modify, or disapprove the contract. If an attorney disapproves, the contract is terminated.

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