Directors' Resolution for Signing Authority (Circulating Resolution)
This Directors' Resolution grants authority to an individual to enter agreements and sign documents on behalf of a company.
Last updated October 23, 2025
Suitable for Australia
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What is a directors' resolution for signing authority (circulating resolution)?
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What should be in a directors' resolution for signing authority (circulating resolution)?
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The Legal Risk Score of a Directors' Resolution for Signing Authority (Circulating Resolution) Template is Low
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- Even if this document is not signed effectively, the authorisation of the representative can be corrected or revoked through the implicit conduct of the directors or through passing another resolution.
- It allows the directors to restrict the authority of the representative.
- The company is able to appoint further representatives.
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