Define: Duly Authorised

The meaning of “Duly Authorised” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is 'duly authorised' defined in a legal contract?

  • Duly authorised means permitted by [organization] or by some person given permission on behalf of [organization]. Seen in 4 SEC filings
  • Duly authorised means permitted by an individual or entity holding proper right or authority. Seen in 2 SEC filings
  • Duly authorised means permitted in writing by a ruling authority or by some person given permission on that behalf by the ruling authority. Seen in 1 SEC filing
  • Duly authorised means permitted by a written legal validation like a power of attorney, verified in accordance with certain laws or guidelines. Seen in 1 SEC filing

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

Search EDGAR for 'Definitions of duly authorised' yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Duly Authorised means sanctioned by relevant [organisation] or a person entitled on its behalf.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Establishing business partnerships
  • Licensing intellectual property
  • Hiring employees
  • Renting commercial property
  • Selling goods or services

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Duly Authorised means permitted under the specified [governing law] through documented verification.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Handling confidential information
  • Developing or distributing software
  • Establishing distributor relationships
  • Providing professional services

Relevant Sectors

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Duly Authorised means sanctioned by relevant [organisation] or a person entitled on its behalf.

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