An attorney, newly admitted to the New York bar, is asked by a close family friend to handle a complex international trade dispute. The attorney has no prior experience in this area of law. According to the New York Rules of Professional Conduct, which of the following is the most appropriate course of action for the attorney?
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A
Decline the representation immediately due to lack of experience.
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B
Accept the representation, but only if they can achieve competence through diligent study and preparation before any critical deadlines.
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C
Accept the representation and handle it to the best of their ability, as their duty of loyalty to a friend is paramount.
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D
Refer the matter to a more experienced attorney and request a referral fee, without informing the client.