Title
Clear title identifying the resolution and the affected entity or transaction.
A well-drafted Legal Economic Substance Resolution preserves evidence of intent and business purpose, reduces audit risk, and supports positions taken on tax returns or regulatory filings under federal and state standards.
Common preparers include corporate counsel, tax directors, CFOs, and board secretaries who document corporate actions and compliance decisions.
The resolution becomes part of the entity’s minute book and is frequently combined with supporting schedules, contracts, and financial analyses.
Clear title identifying the resolution and the affected entity or transaction.
Factual recitals summarizing background, business purpose, and reason for the resolution.
Specific findings on personnel, assets, physical location, and decision-making authority.
The formal action taken (approval, authorization, adoption of policies, or delegation).
Date the resolution takes effect and governs the documented activity.
Signature blocks for authorized officers and, where required, corporate secretary attestation.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Draft Template | Create a canonical resolution template for reuse |
| Approval Order | Set signer order: preparer → counsel → board signatory |
| Authentication | Enable email + SMS or stronger ID verification |
| Retention | Automatic archival to secure repository |
Choose a platform that supports legal admissibility, secure storage, and a complete audit trail for electronic resolutions.
Integrations with document repositories, ERPs, and governance platforms help maintain centralized records and simplify retrieval during examinations.
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| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Pass resolution when the substantive business decision is made.
Adopt before funds transfer or contractual signings when possible.
Revisit annually for ongoing arrangements and renewals.
Include schedules and budgets contemporaneous with the resolution.
Keep signed originals per retention policy for audit support.
A venture firm documented personnel, office presence, and investment decision processes to support fund allocations.
A property operator recorded site management, onsite employees, and maintenance budgets for a new project.