https://lextree.ai/resources/topics/authority/Recent content in Authority on Lextree AIHugoenFri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0700https://lextree.ai/resources/signing-authority-matrix/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0700https://lextree.ai/resources/signing-authority-matrix/<h2 id="what-is-a-signing-authority-matrix">What is a signing authority matrix?</h2> <p>A signing authority matrix is a grid showing who may sign for each legal entity in a group. Each row names what the signer may sign, the limit and its basis, and when a second signer must countersign. It also cites the resolution or policy that grants the authority, with start and end dates.</p> <p>A signature authority matrix is the same document under another name, and a broader delegation of authority matrix often adds internal approval levels. A reviewer reads across one row to confirm the signer, entity, document type, amount and date, then finds the document that proves it. Auditors testing contract approvals, lenders at closing and counterparties reviewing a signature page ask for that proof.</p>