On the _______day of ______ in the year_____, before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared. Stamp or seal containing printed name, county of qualification of notary public and expiration date of notary commission.I certify that I have the requisite authority to bind the corporation, partnership or association in a settlement or trial of any claim or counterclaim. Download: PDF, Word (. To make the acknowledgment valid, it must include the words. "acknowledged before me. 1 hour to complete the test;. â–¡ 40 questions (Need 28 correct out of 40 to pass). 19. (Out of State or Foreign General Acknowledgement Certificate). Our on staff notary public's signatures can be authenticated and certified in the county clerks' offices throughout New York.