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LEGAL WRITTEN RESOLUTIONS

This Written Resolution (the "Resolution") is executed as of Date: by the undersigned parties. Company Name: , a corporation organized under the laws of , with registered office at (the "Company"); and Adopting Party Name: in the capacity of (the "Adopting Party"). The Company and the Adopting Party are collectively referred to herein as the "Parties."

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Board of Directors and/or the holders of shares of the Company are authorized by the Company's articles and bylaws to act by written resolution in lieu of a meeting and to take any corporate action permitted thereby;

WHEREAS, the Parties desire to adopt certain corporate actions by written resolution without convening a formal meeting for the purposes set forth below; and

WHEREAS, the Adopting Party represents and warrants that they are duly authorized to execute this Resolution on behalf of the capacity stated above and that their execution constitutes the written consent required by the governing documents of the Company.

NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED

1. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS

The actions set forth below are hereby taken, approved, and adopted as corporate resolutions of the Company by written consent of the Adopting Party in accordance with the Company's articles of incorporation and bylaws.

Resolved, that the Company is authorized to enter into, execute and deliver the agreement identified as:

Resolved, that is appointed as , with full authority to execute and deliver on behalf of the Company such documents and instruments as are necessary to effectuate the transactions approved herein.

Resolved, that the Company is authorized to open and maintain bank accounts and to designate signatories as follows: Bank/Institution: ; Authorized Signatory(ies): .

Resolved, that the bylaws of the Company be amended or restated as set forth in the instrument presented to the Parties, and that any director or officer be, and hereby is, authorized to execute any amendment or restatement on behalf of the Company.

2. AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE DOCUMENTS

Resolved, that any officer of the Company is authorized and empowered, in the name and on behalf of the Company, to execute, deliver and file all instruments and documents and to do and perform all such further acts and things as such officer may deem necessary, advisable or incidental to carry out the purposes and intent of the foregoing resolutions, including the power to negotiate, settle and finalize terms to the extent consistent with the approved Transaction or action.

3. RATIFICATION

Resolved, that all actions taken by the officers or agents of the Company prior to the date hereof in connection with the matters contemplated by these resolutions are hereby ratified, confirmed and approved in all respects.

4. CERTIFICATION OF ADOPTION

The undersigned certifies that the foregoing resolutions were duly adopted by the written consent of the Adopting Party and constitute the valid and binding corporate action of the Company. The undersigned further certifies that the Adopting Party's consent constitutes the number or percentage of votes required by applicable law and the Company's governing documents.

Adoption Type: Unanimous Written Consent Majority Written Consent

5. NOTICES

Any notice required or permitted to be given under this Resolution shall be in writing and shall be delivered personally, by certified mail (return receipt requested), or by overnight courier to the addresses set forth below or to such other address as a Party may designate by written notice to the other Party.

6. AMENDMENT; WAIVER

No amendment or waiver of any provision of this Resolution shall be valid unless in writing and signed by both Parties. No failure or delay by a Party in exercising any right hereunder shall operate as a waiver of such right.

7. COUNTERPARTS; EFFECTIVENESS

This Resolution may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be an original, and all of which together shall constitute one instrument. Execution and delivery of this Resolution by electronic or facsimile signature shall have the same force and effect as an original signature.

8. GOVERNING LAW; SEVERABILITY; ENTIRE AGREEMENT

Governing Law: This Resolution shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction of , without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

Severability: If any provision of this Resolution is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect and shall be construed so as to effectuate the intent of the Parties as nearly as possible.

Entire Agreement: This Resolution constitutes the entire agreement and written consent of the Parties with respect to the matters addressed herein and supersedes all prior oral or written agreements and understandings between the Parties relating to such matters.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The undersigned hereby certifies under penalty of perjury that the information contained in this Resolution is true and correct, that they are authorized to execute and deliver this instrument on behalf of the Party for which they sign, and that the actions approved herein are within the powers of the Company and consistent with applicable law.

Company:

By:

Date:

Adopting Party:

By:

Date:

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What Legal Written Resolutions Are and why they matter

Legal Written Resolutions are formal, signed records of corporate board or shareholder actions adopted without a meeting. They document approval of decisions such as officer appointments, mergers, contract authorizations, or capital changes, and are kept with corporate minute books as evidence of lawful corporate action. Resolutions should state the action taken, identify parties and dates, reference governing bylaws or statutes, and include an effective date. Where required by statute or internal rules, resolutions may be notarized or executed with witness attestations to strengthen evidentiary value.

Why a clear written resolution protects your organization

A Legal Written Resolution creates clear, auditable proof of corporate action for internal governance, bank and counterparty reliance, and regulatory compliance. It reduces ambiguity about authority, helps avoid disputes, and supports recordkeeping required by corporate statutes and tax or regulatory audits.

Why a clear written resolution protects your organization

Who commonly prepares and signs written resolutions

Typical users who prepare or sign Legal Written Resolutions include corporate officers and board secretaries, corporate counsel, and shareholders when written consent replaces a meeting.

  • Board secretaries and corporate officers documenting approved actions for the minute book and third-party reliance.
  • In-house and external counsel preparing legally precise language and confirming statutory compliance.
  • Shareholders executing written consents for mergers, amendments, or director elections without a physical meeting.

Resolutions also appear in contexts such as lender requests, escrow instructions, and board ratifications where a signed record substitutes for meeting minutes.

Primary roles interacting with resolutions

Company Secretary

The company secretary typically prepares the resolution language, confirms quorum and authority requirements, and files the signed document in the corporate minute book to maintain an audit trail and support future corporate or financial transactions.

Corporate Counsel

Corporate counsel reviews resolution language for statutory compliance, advises on requisite approvals, and may certify that the action complies with bylaws and state law, providing an opinion for banks or regulators when requested.

Essential parts of a professional Legal Written Resolution

Core elements of an effective Legal Written Resolution define action, parties, authority, effective date, supporting facts, signatures, and where the record is retained.

Action

Describe the specific corporate act being authorized, including limits or dollar amounts, reference to related agreements, and any conditions precedent required before the action becomes effective.

Parties

Identify the corporate entity and any natural persons or agents, including titles and capacity (e.g., 'President', 'Authorized Representative'), to establish who may act under the resolution.

Authority

Cite the bylaws, articles, or statute authorizing the action and note any board or shareholder approvals or written consents relied upon, including dates and recording references.

Effective Date

State date in MM/DD/YYYY format when obligations or rights under the resolution begin, and specify if retroactive effectiveness is intended and note any conditions precedent and applicable effective time of day.

Supporting Facts

Briefly summarize the factual basis or business rationale for the action, including related agreements, valuations, or financial statements relied upon by the decision-makers.

Signatures

Provide printed names, titles, signature blocks, signatures and dates; indicate whether notarization or witness attestation is attached and where originals are stored for the corporate minute book.

Step-by-step: prepare, execute, and record a resolution

Follow these steps to prepare, execute, and record a Legal Written Resolution accurately and defensibly.

  • 01
    Draft: Draft clear language and cite governing bylaws or statutes.
  • 02
    Review: Have corporate counsel confirm authority and compliance.
  • 03
    Sign: Obtain signatures, dates, and notarization if required.
  • 04
    Record: File in minute book and note retention location.

Configuring an electronic workflow for resolutions

Configure an electronic workflow to ensure correct signer order, authentication, and archival for resolutions and notifications.

Workflow Field and Configuration Details Field name | Recommended configuration settings
Signer Order Signer list | Sequential signing enforced
Authentication Auth method | Email or SMS code; KBA optional
Fields Field types | Signature, date, printed name
Archival Storage | PDF + audit trail retained

Typical e-signing and e-submission flow

Typical routing for e-signed Legal Written Resolutions combines document prep, signer authentication, signing, and archival.

  • Upload: Upload final resolution PDF to the eSignature platform.
  • Place fields: Add signature, date, and title fields for each signer.
  • Authenticate: Choose signer verification: email, SMS, or advanced methods.
  • Archive: Store signed copy with audit trail and retention tags.

Technical and compliance checks for eSignature platforms

Ensure the eSignature platform supports the document formats, authentication methods, and retention requirements needed for Corporate Written Resolutions.

  • Formats: PDF and DOCX file formats supported.
  • Integrations: CRM and document storage integrations.
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, SSO, or KBA options.

Security and compliance features to verify

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit; AES-256 at rest.
Audit Trail: Timestamps, IPs, action history retained.
Access Controls: Role-based access and SSO options.
HIPAA BAA: Business Associate Agreement available.
21 CFR Compliance: Supports FDA electronic records requirements.
Certifications: SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS.

Key legal risks and penalties to watch

IRS Reporting Penalties: IRC §6721 fines per return.
I-9 Violations: 8 CFR §274a.2 paperwork fines.
Authority Disputes: Action may be voided.
Third-Party Reliance: Banks may refuse acceptance.
Notarization Omitted: May reduce evidentiary weight.
Intent or Consent: Missing consent undermines enforceability.

Common preparation mistakes to avoid

  • Using informal or vague language that fails to specify limits, effective dates, or required approvals, leaving the resolution open to differing interpretations.
  • Failing to confirm signer authority or to attach corporate minutes or written consents that prove the signer had power to adopt the resolution.
  • Omitting required notarization or witness attestations where state law or counterparties expect them, reducing acceptance by banks or registries.
  • Storing only unsigned or poorly scanned copies without an auditable completion record, complicating future audits or legal challenges.

Key dates to track for adoption and filing

Important dates for resolutions include adoption, effective date, filing where required, notarization, and retention start; track each to ensure compliance.

Adoption Date:

Date board or shareholders sign the written resolution.

Effective Date:

Date when corporate rights and obligations begin, per resolution.

Filing Deadline:

If filing with Secretary of State required, file per state timelines.

Notary/RON Deadline:

Schedule notarization or RON sessions before counterpart deadlines.

Retention Start:

Retention period begins on adoption or effective date as specified.

Vendor comparison: baseline pricing and compliance features

Compare baseline pricing and compliance features for common eSignature vendors when preparing Legal Written Resolutions; signNow appears first for comparative context.

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 plan Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently asked questions about execution and enforceability

Answers to common questions about Legal Written Resolutions, execution options, enforceability, and recordkeeping follow for U.S. law contexts.


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