Companies can now sign documents electronically
For a quick guide to execution and witnessing of documents by companies registered under the CA 2001, including the effect of amendments introduced by the Corporations Amendment (Meetings and Documents) Act 2022 (Cth), see Checklist, Quick guide to execution and witnessing of documents by companies registered under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
For a series of reference guides on the applicable legislation for execution and witnessing in each State and Territory, see Toolkit, Execution of deeds, agreements and documents: Quick guides to execution and witnessing in Australian States and Territories.
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