How do you make a last name that ends in an s possessive?

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There are two accepted forms for possessive singular nouns that end with an s:

Add an apostrophe (') after the existing s at the end of the Word:

  • Jones'

Add an apostrophe s ('s) after the existing s at the end of the Word:

  • Jones's

Examples:

The meeting is in Mr. Jones' office.

The meeting is in Mr. Jones's office.

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