Electronic deed signing is increasingly common in the UK, but it is not without its pitfalls.
In this short update, our Corporate Solicitor Callum Ritchie explains:
When deeds can be signed electronically
When wet ink signatures are still required
What makes a witness valid (and what doesn’t)
How platforms like DocuSign handle real-time witnessing and audit trails
A key takeaway is always confirming document-specific requirements before starting the signing process.
If you are using e-signatures for deeds, getting the detail right is essential to avoid delay or invalid execution.
Watch the full video to ensure your next deed is signed correctly.
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