Approval Language
A clear statement that the board or managers approved the specific transaction and authorized execution of defined documents, exhibiting corporate intent and scope.
A properly drafted Legal Sellers Resolutions Agreement reduces closing friction by confirming corporate authority, limiting later challenges, and creating a clear audit trail for signatories and counterparties.
Corporate counsel, company officers, and closing teams prepare the resolution to document formal approval and designate authorized signers.
Counterparties, escrow agents, lenders, and title professionals rely on the document during due diligence and closing to verify authority.
The corporate secretary or recordkeeper certifies that minutes and resolutions accurately reflect board actions, maintains the official corporate minute book, and signs certifications attesting to authenticity when requested by counterparties.
An officer (CEO, CFO, or other designated executive) executes documents on behalf of the seller after board authorization and accepts responsibility for performance and closing deliverables.
A clear statement that the board or managers approved the specific transaction and authorized execution of defined documents, exhibiting corporate intent and scope.
Names and titles of individuals authorized to sign, including any limits on amounts, scope, or need for countersignatures, to bind the seller legally.
Enumerate the purchase agreement, ancillary agreements, escrow instructions, and schedules that the resolution authorizes the seller to sign.
Any conditions precedent to effectiveness (consents, regulatory approvals, third-party waivers) and the manner of certification of their satisfaction.
Statement directing the corporate secretary to enter the resolution into the minute book and provide certified copies upon request.
Specify the effective date and the governing state law that will interpret the resolution and resolve disputes.
| Template Selection | Start from a board resolution template to ensure consistent clauses. |
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| Signer Roles | Assign roles: signatory, certifier, witness, reviewer. |
| Authentication Level | Choose email, SMS, or stronger KBA where required. |
| Reminder Schedule | Set automatic reminders for outstanding signers. |
| Retention Settings | Configure document retention and secure storage after signing. |
Ensure the e-signature platform supports secure authentication, audit trails, and exportable signed PDFs before executing the resolution.
Date resolution becomes effective; aligns corporate action and closing schedule.
Date of vote or written consent; must precede document execution.
Provide certified resolution copies by the buyer or lender deadline.
Enter resolution and minutes immediately after approval.
Coordinate authority date with tax forms and reporting cycles.
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| 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 plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 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 |
A venture portfolio company approved an asset sale through written consent of the board.
A property-holding LLC adopted a resolution authorizing managers to execute the deed and escrow documents.