Document background
A General Meeting Resolution is a crucial corporate document required under German law whenever shareholders make formal decisions at a general meeting (Hauptversammlung). This document type is mandated by the German Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz) and serves multiple purposes: it officially records shareholder decisions, provides legal proof of corporate actions, and serves as a reference document for implementing approved measures. The resolution must be prepared for all significant corporate decisions, including but not limited to annual financial statement approvals, profit distribution, board member appointments, corporate restructuring, and amendments to the articles of association. The document must meet strict formal requirements and often requires notarization for certain types of resolutions. It forms part of the company's essential corporate documentation and can be required for regulatory filings, bank dealings, and corporate governance records.
