noun a signature added to a document after it has been signed by someone else, to confirm its authenticity or to approve its contents
In the military, a countersignature may be required for certain orders or documents to be executed.
In business, a countersignature may be needed for contracts or agreements to be legally binding.
In government, a countersignature may be necessary for official documents or orders to be valid.
In legal documents, a countersignature is required by a second party to verify the authenticity of the signature of the first party.
In banking, a countersignature may be required for certain transactions or documents to ensure validity.
In the publishing industry, a countersign may be required from the author to confirm the authenticity of a document or contract.
Psychologists may countersign legal documents related to mental health assessments or evaluations to validate their professional opinion.
Medical doctors may countersign medical records or prescriptions to validate the information provided by another healthcare professional.
Lawyers may countersign legal documents or contracts to confirm their review and approval of the terms and conditions.
Accountants may countersign financial statements or reports to validate the accuracy of the information presented.