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Directors' Resolution - Template, Sample Form

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What is a Directors' Resolution?

A Directors' Resolution is a ready-to-use legal template for Australia. You complete it by answering a few plain-English questions, then download the finished document in Word and PDF.

What does the Directors' Resolution cover?

The Directors' Resolution is organised into sections covering § 1. BACKGROUND, § 2. RESOLUTION, § 3. DECLARATION, so the important points are captured in a clear, consistent structure.

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Is a Directors' Resolution legally binding?

Once it is properly completed and signed by everyone involved, a Directors' Resolution is generally legally binding in Australia, provided it meets the legal requirements that apply to this type of document.

What laws apply to a Directors' Resolution in Australia?

A Directors' Resolution should comply with the laws in force in Australia. This template is built around the provisions such situations commonly require, but the rules can vary by region and change over time, so check the current requirements for your case.

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For most standard situations you can complete the Directors' Resolution yourself using the guided questionnaire. For high-value, unusual or high-risk matters, it is sensible to have a qualified lawyer review the finished document.

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________ (ACN ________)
(hereinafter referred to as "the Company")

WRITTEN RESOLUTION OF THE SOLE DIRECTOR
Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) — Section 248B(1)


This written resolution of the sole director of the Company (hereinafter referred to as the "Resolution") is made and dated this ________ day of ________.


§ 1. BACKGROUND

(a) The Company is a proprietary company duly incorporated and registered under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and has its registered office situated in the State of ________, Australia.

(b) The registered office of the Company is located at ________.

(c) As at the date of this Resolution, the Company has a single director, being:

________ of ________ (hereinafter referred to as the "Director").

(d) Pursuant to Section 248B(1) of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), a company that has only one director may pass a resolution without a directors' meeting by the director recording the resolution and signing the record.


§ 2. RESOLUTION

The Director, in accordance with Section 248B(1) of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and the constitution (if any) of the Company, hereby RESOLVES as follows:

(a) ________

(c) The Director instructs that this Resolution be entered into the minute book of the Company in accordance with Section 251A of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) within one month of the date hereof.

(d) This Resolution is effective from the date on which it is signed by the Director, being the date appearing below, or such other date as may be specified at clause (a) above.


§ 3. DECLARATION

The Director declares that, as at the date of signing, the Director is the sole director of the Company and that this Resolution is recorded and signed in accordance with Section 248B(1) of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).


EXECUTED AND SIGNED BY THE SOLE DIRECTOR:



................................................
Signature of Director


________
Name of Director


................................................
Date of Signature

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