Define: Authorized Signature

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

How is Authorized Signature defined in a legal contract?

  • Authorized Signature means the signature of a person given the authority to receive funds on behalf of an entity and who is responsible for carrying out the entity's project tasks. Seen in 38 SEC filings.
  • Authorized Signature means the signature of a person, who is authorised by the entity's legal policies or actions, to sign documents related to funding. If this signature is not from the primary authorised person, a copy of the authorising document must accompany the signature. Seen in 10 SEC filings.
  • Authorized Signature means a unique identifier, either manual, electronic or digital, linked to a person who has authorisation to sign submitted documents on behalf of a supplier. Seen in 9 SEC filings.
  • Authorized Signature means a unique identifier, either manual, electronic or digital, that is linked to a person. If acting on behalf of an entity, the person must have authorisation from the head of the entity to sign documents submitted to governing bodies. Seen in 8 SEC filings.

Please note that these definitions are based on multiple SEC filings and may vary based on individual agreements or contracts.

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 authorized signature' 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 2

  • Authorized Signature means the specific, recognized mark of a person authorized to transact or commit on behalf of a [entity].

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Official correspondence and documentation
  • Formation of partnerships and collaborations
  • Signing off on formal reports and audits

Relevant Sectors

Both definitions can be used interchangeably in most circumstances and sectors, but it is crucial to understand when and how to use them for utmost effectiveness and accuracy.

Genie Definition 1

  • Authorized Signature means a unique identifier of a person with authority to sign for a [entity], linked via a manual, electronic or digital method.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Contract negotiations and confirmations
  • Agreeing to terms and conditions of service
  • Legally binding transactions and agreements
  • Application and registration for various services

Relevant Sectors

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What is the most popular definition of 'Authorized Signature'?

Authorized Signature means a unique identifier of a person with authority to sign for a [entity], linked via a manual, electronic or digital method

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