Client Identification
Full legal name, DOB, SSN/TIN, and current address to support KYC, tax reporting, and identity verification checks.
A fully completed form documents client intent, verifies identity, and creates an auditable record for compliance with financial regulations and fiduciary duties. It reduces onboarding delays, supports anti-money-laundering checks, and provides a single source of truth for account setup and investment advice.
Accurate completion ensures correct account access, tax reporting, and enforcement of client instructions across custodial and advisory relationships.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Email+SMS or ID verification for high-risk cases |
| Bulk Processing | Use batch send for mass beneficiary updates |
| Retention Policy | Automate storage per retention schedule |
| Notifications | Auto-notify compliance and account manager on completion |
Full legal name, DOB, SSN/TIN, and current address to support KYC, tax reporting, and identity verification checks.
Provide custodian name, account numbers, account types, and transfer authorizations to avoid routing errors.
Specify beneficiaries, relationships, and percentage allocations with clear alternatives for contingent beneficiaries.
State the signatory authority, power of attorney clauses, and any limits on discretionary trading or withdrawals.
Include consumer-facing disclosures required under ESIGN for electronic consent and any privacy notices required by law.
Capture signer attribution, timestamp, IP, and an audit trail to establish execution integrity.
Provide required payee data upon request to meet IRS reporting cycles.
Correct TINs avoid backup withholding and late-filing penalties.
Submit completed form before funding or transfers to avoid processing delays.
Process before effective dates to ensure entitlement accuracy.
Record retention begins on execution or filing date.
Ensure the selected platform meets applicable compliance requirements such as ESIGN, UETA, HIPAA (BAA) or 21 CFR Part 11 when required.
A new client completes the form to open an advisory account
A client updates beneficiaries online to reflect life changes
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Varies |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |