This guidance note explains the execution formalities under the Companies Act 2006 (CA 2006) that must be observed when a company enters into a deed governed by the laws of England and Wales.
The note does not consider the following related matters: • The general law relating to the execution of deeds and documents in England and Wales • The legal concepts involved in the formation of binding contracts. • The matters relating to capacity and authority to enter into a contract.
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Overview
Companies subject to execution provisions in CA 2006
Execution of deeds by a company: section 46 CA 2006
Execution of documents by a company: section 44 CA 2006
Execution under common seal: section 44(1)(a)
Execution by two authorised signatories: section 44(2)(a)
Execution by director in the presence of a witness: section 44(2)(b)
Corporate officers
Can the same person sign in two separate capacities?
Must both authorised signatories sign the same execution copy of the document?
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