Dissolution & liquidation: register perspective
High-level overview of dissolution/liquidation markers and how they show up in register records.
What dissolution/liquidation indicates
Dissolution and liquidation indicate that the entity is in a process of winding up rather than continuing normal operations. The terminology and legal steps depend on the entity type. In register context, liquidation is often a registered state with appointed liquidators and relevant notices.
What you may see in the register
Register entries can record the beginning of liquidation, the appointment of liquidators, and later termination of the entity. The register extract is useful for confirming whether a company is marked as in liquidation and who has authority during that phase.
Practical checks
If a counterpart is in liquidation, representation authority and signing rules may differ. Always rely on a current extract and ensure the signer’s authority matches the liquidation context.
Typical verification points
- Is the entity marked as in liquidation in the extract?
- Who is listed as liquidator (if applicable)?
- What representation rule applies during liquidation?
- Is the extract current for the transaction date?
Related pages
- Insolvency registers — Insolvency and liquidation are distinct but often checked together.
- Representation rules — Authority must match the recorded status.