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SIGNATORY AUTHORIZATION REGISTRY

Parties and Identifying Information

Recitals

WHEREAS, Principal Entity desires to establish and maintain an official registry of persons authorized to execute instruments, agreements and other documents on behalf of the Principal Entity; and

WHEREAS, the Registry Custodian will maintain the registry as the definitive administrative record of current signatory authorities and will be responsible for accepting and recording authenticated authorizations; and

WHEREAS, the parties record herein the initial list of authorized signatories, the scope and duration of their authority, and the certification procedure to ensure that third parties may rely upon the registry.

Scope of Registry and Authorized Actions

The Registry shall identify each Authorized Signatory and describe the nature of the authority delegated to that person. Authorized actions may include executing contracts, endorsing checks, approving expenditures, entering into agreements, or other acts specified in the signatory entry. Actions undertaken by an Authorized Signatory within the limits recorded in the Registry shall bind the Principal Entity for those matters.

Authorized Signatories (Current)

The entries below constitute the current authorized signatory records as of the Effective Date of this Registry. Each record contains the signatory's name, title, specimen signature reference, scope of authority, effective and expiration dates, and the authorizing officer.

Effective Date:

Expiration Date:

Effective Date:

Expiration Date:

Effective Date:

Expiration Date:

Payment Terms (If Applicable to Registry Services)

Where the Registry Custodian provides paid administration services to the Principal Entity, the following payment terms apply.

Term and Termination

This Registry shall be effective as of the Effective Date and shall continue until terminated in accordance with this Agreement. The registry may be amended by written direction of an authorized officer and maintained by the Registry Custodian.

Start Date:

End Date (if any):

Confidentiality

The Registry Custodian and Principal Entity acknowledge that the registry contains confidential and sensitive information. The Registry Custodian shall use commercially reasonable measures to protect the registry information from unauthorized disclosure and shall not disclose entries except (i) at the direction of an authorized officer of the Principal Entity, (ii) as required by law with notice where permissible, or (iii) to third parties that have a demonstrated legitimate need to rely on a certification therein and who agree to confidentiality obligations substantially similar to those herein.

Reliance and Certification

Any third party acting in reliance upon a Registry entry is entitled to rely on the written record and the certifications made by the Registry Custodian. The Principal Entity indemnifies the Registry Custodian for reliance actions taken in good faith based on the registry entries and the Registry Custodian's certifications.

I certify that the foregoing signatory entries were verified against corporate records and that I will maintain the registry in accordance with the terms of this document.

Governing Law

This Registry and any dispute arising from it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state or jurisdiction identified by the Principal Entity below, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles.

Entire Agreement

This Registry, together with any schedules or appendices executed contemporaneously, constitutes the entire agreement between the Principal Entity and the Registry Custodian with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings and communications, whether written or oral, relating to the registry of authorized signatories.

Amendment

Amendments to this Registry shall be in writing and signed by an authorized officer of the Principal Entity and acknowledged in writing by the Registry Custodian. Routine administrative updates to signatory entries may be made by the Registry Custodian upon receipt of authenticated authorizations in accordance with the Principal Entity's internal policies.

Acknowledgment

By signing below, the undersigned parties certify that they are authorized to bind their respective organizations and that the information provided in this Registry is accurate and complete to the best of their knowledge.

Principal Entity — Print Name

Printed Name:

By:

Date:

Title:

Registry Custodian — Print Name

Printed Name:

By:

Date:

Title:

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What the Signatory Authorization Registry Is and Why It Exists

A Signatory Authorization Registry is an organized record that identifies individuals authorized to sign on behalf of an organization, the scope of their authority, effective dates, and any signing limits. It functions as an internal control document used by legal, finance, procurement, and third parties to verify signature authority and reduce fraud. The registry can be maintained as a secure internal document and shared with counterparties, banks, and agencies as needed; it supports audit trails and can be combined with notarization or electronic signature evidence for stronger verifiability.

Why a Formal Registry Matters for Governance and Risk Control

A formal Signatory Authorization Registry centralizes authority records, reduces transaction delays, and creates an auditable trail showing who could lawfully bind the organization. It helps prevent unauthorized commitments, supports due diligence for counterparties, and simplifies updates when officers change or delegations expire. Properly maintained, the registry complements contract controls and regulatory compliance programs.

Why a Formal Registry Matters for Governance and Risk Control

Who Maintains and Relies on a Signatory Authorization Registry

Organizations of all sizes use registries to document signature authority for contracts, banking, and regulatory filings.

  • Corporate legal and compliance teams responsible for delegation rules and auditability.
  • Finance and treasury teams verifying who can open accounts or sign payments.
  • Procurement and contract managers confirming who can execute vendor agreements.

The registry also serves external parties—banks, vendors, and auditors—who require proof of authority before completing transactions.

Typical Roles Responsible for the Registry

General Counsel

Manages legal delegation policies, approves authority language, and ensures registry entries align with board resolutions and bylaws. Works with corporate secretary to maintain signatures and effective dates for compliance and dispute defense.

Corporate Secretary

Maintains the authoritative record, records board-approved signatories, prepares notarizations when required, and distributes validated registry extracts to banks, insurers, and internal stakeholders for operational use.

Essential Registry Fields to Record

Full Legal Name: As on government ID
Job Title: Official corporate role
Authority Scope: Types of documents authorized
Signing Limits: Monetary or categorical limits
Effective Dates: Start and end dates
Identification Method: ID type or verification method

Stepwise Procedure to Create or Update the Registry

Follow these steps to ensure each registry entry is validated, authorized, and distributed correctly.

  • 01
    Prepare Documentation: Gather board resolutions and IDs
  • 02
    Verify Identity: Use government ID or KBA verification
  • 03
    Record Entry: Enter fields and attach supporting evidence
  • 04
    Authorize and Distribute: Obtain required approvals and share copies

Where to File or Send Registry Extracts

A registry may be kept internally and shared in controlled ways depending on the recipient and legal need.

  • Internal Corporate Records: Retain master copy with corporate secretary
  • Banks and Financial Institutions: Provide certified extract for account changes
  • Vendors and Counterparties: Share limited excerpts when required
  • Regulatory Agencies: Submit when statutory filings demand verified signatory lists

Customizing an Online Registry Workflow

Configure fields, authentication, and routing in your e-signature or document management platform to automate validations and approvals.

Field Configuration
Template Name Use a consistent naming convention
Conditional Fields Show fields only for specific roles
Authentication Level Set email, SMS, or KBA as required
Reminder Schedule Automate review reminders and expirations

How to Share the Registry Securely

Choose distribution methods that match the recipient's verification needs and privacy requirements.

  • Secure Email Links: Password-protected or expiring links
  • Secure Portal: Access-controlled document repository
  • Certified Copies: Notarized or digitally certified extracts

Keep distribution logs and audit trails to demonstrate whom the registry was shared with and when, supporting later compliance or dispute resolution.

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

  • Recording informal or incomplete titles that do not match company charter, causing bank or counterparty rejection and extra verification steps.
  • Failing to capture effective and expiration dates, which can create ambiguity about whether a signature was authorized at execution time.
  • Omitting supporting evidence such as board minutes or resolutions, leaving the registry unsupported during audits or legal disputes.
  • Distributing unredacted master registries to third parties instead of limited extracts, exposing unnecessary personal or sensitive information.

Consequences of an Inaccurate Registry

Contract Invalidity: Counterparty may refuse enforcement
Financial Loss: Unauthorized commitments cause exposure
Tax Penalties: Backup withholding or reporting issues
Regulatory Breach: Noncompliance with industry rules
Operational Delays: Transactions stalled pending verification
Reputational Harm: Loss of stakeholder trust

Real-World Examples of Registries in Use

These short examples show how organizations apply signatory registries to reduce friction and support remote signing workflows.

Martin Properties

A regional real estate firm centralized signatory lists for leasing and closings to speed transactions.

  • Reduced in-person signings across multiple offices.
  • Tim Martin, Founder, said: "I can process and execute all of these documents online with 100% compliance and built-in security. Whether on mobile or working offline, I can get forms back to their necessary parties efficiently."

Fertility Centers

A healthcare provider recorded delegated authorities for clinical consent and billing approvals.

  • Integrated registry with patient consent workflows.
  • John Butler, Founder, noted the platform's API and compliance features helped the team maintain HIPAA-aligned records while streamlining administrative tasks across locations.

Core Elements of a Professional Signatory Authorization Registry

A robust registry combines identity proofing, explicit scope, audit evidence, and lifecycle controls so entries remain reliable and defensible.

Centralized Roster

A single authoritative record reduces conflicting copies and ensures all departments and external parties reference the same verified list, improving operational consistency across business units.

Defined Authority Scope

Clear, itemized descriptions of document types and transaction limits help prevent misinterpretation and force approvers to verify whether a signature falls within authorized categories.

Audit Trail

Attach evidence of authorization, including board resolutions, notarized acknowledgements, or electronic signature certificates, to create a time-stamped history for disputes or audits.

Identity Verification

Record the verification method used (ID scan, knowledge-based verification, RON) and store proof to support attribution and reduce fraud risk during third-party checks.

Lifecycle Management

Include effective and expiration dates, automated reminders for renewal or revocation, and a clear revocation workflow to limit stale authorities from being relied upon.

Integrations

Link the registry to contract management, banking, and HR systems to automate lookups during signature events and reduce manual verification steps.

Key Timelines for Maintaining and Updating the Registry

Establish schedules for review, renewal, and notification to ensure entries remain current and defensible.

Annual Review:

Confirm or revoke entries at least once per year

Change Notice:

Update registry immediately upon officer changes

Bank Notification:

Provide certified extracts prior to account signatory changes

Notary Actions:

Schedule notarizations or RON sessions when required

Record Disposal:

Do not destroy records during active litigation or hold periods

Pricing and Feature Comparison for eSignature Tools (signNow First)

Common cost and capability criteria for electronic signing platforms to consider when integrating a registry workflow.

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 Yes, 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
Envelope Cap No cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies Varies Varies

Frequently Asked Questions About the Signatory Authorization Registry

Answers to common legal, operational, and technical questions when creating, sharing, or updating a registry.


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