Chalmers and Partners

Corporate

Corporate document drafting in London

Board minutes, resolutions and share documents drafted accurately and ready to sign.

EXAMPLE LTD

Minutes of a meeting of the board of directors

Held at: 1 Sample Street, London on 15 July 2026 at 10:00

Present: J Example (chair), K Sample

1. Quorum. The chair noted that a quorum was present.

2. Accounts. The accounts for the year ended 31 March 2026 were approved and J Example was authorised to sign the balance sheet.

3. Interim dividend. After reviewing the latest management accounts, the board resolved to pay an interim dividend of £100 per ordinary share on 31 July 2026.

4. Close. There being no further business, the meeting closed.

Chair:
J Example
J Example, Chair
Board minutesExample only – fictional details. Not for filing.

EXAMPLE LTD

Written resolution of the members

Circulation date: 1 August 2026

Under Chapter 2 of Part 13 of the Companies Act 2006, the directors propose that the following resolution is passed as a special resolution:

Special resolution: that the name of the company be changed to Example Holdings Ltd.

The undersigned, being a person entitled to vote on the resolution, agrees to it.

MemberSharesSignatureDate
J Example80J Example02/08/2026
K Sample20K Sample03/08/2026
Written resolutionExample only – fictional details. Not for filing.

EXAMPLE LTD

Dividend voucher

ShareholderAddressPayment date
J Example3 Sample Close, London31/07/2026

Dividend details

£
Shares held: 80 ordinary shares of £1
Dividend per share100.00
Dividend paid8,000.00
Interim dividend for the year ending 31 March 2027, declared by the board on 15 July 2026.
Signed for the company:
J Example
J Example, Director
Dividend voucherExample only – fictional details. Not for filing.
What is it

What is corporate document drafting?

Many company decisions must be recorded in a particular form to be valid, such as approving a dividend, issuing shares or changing directors. We prepare these documents so that each decision is properly authorised, recorded and, where needed, filed with Companies House.

Documents we commonly prepare

  • Board minutes and written resolutions
  • Dividend vouchers and minutes approving dividends
  • Share allotments, transfers and share certificates
  • Companies House forms for changes of officers, shares and addresses

For complex commercial agreements, we work alongside your solicitors.

Who we help

Who we help

The documents company law requires, for owner-managed companies and their directors.

Founders & start-ups

First board minutes, share certificates and registers.

Growing companies

Paperwork for new shareholders, directors and share issues.

Directors & shareholders

Dividend paperwork and resolutions prepared correctly.

Established companies

Ongoing corporate documents for compliance and operations.

What’s included

What our drafting service includes

Tailored drafting

Documents prepared for your company’s articles and circumstances.

Compliance check

We check each document against the Companies Act and your articles.

Ready to sign

You receive final versions ready for electronic or wet signature.

Filing

We file any related forms with Companies House on time.

Expert advice

We provide guidance on best practices and legal implications.

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Pricing & transparency

The cost of drafting corporate documents depends on the type and number of documents and how much tailoring they need. We confirm the fee in writing before we start.

Price list

Pricing & transparency

The cost of drafting corporate documents depends on the type and number of documents and how much tailoring they need. We confirm the fee in writing before we start.

Services

Related services

Company formations

Assistance with registering and setting up new companies.

Registered office

Provision of a legal registered office address.

Corporate documents

Management and filing of essential corporate records.

Statutory accounts

Preparation of legally required financial statements, ensuring compliance.

FAQ

Document drafting: frequently asked questions

Do I need paperwork to pay a dividend?

Yes. A dividend should be supported by up-to-date accounts showing enough distributable profits, board minutes and a dividend voucher for each shareholder.

When must a new share issue be filed?

A return of allotment (form SH01) must be filed with Companies House within one month of the shares being allotted.

Can documents be signed electronically?

In most cases, yes. Board minutes and written resolutions can usually be signed electronically.

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