Corporate Law Framework: Primary corporate law considerations including Delaware General Corporation Law (if applicable), state-specific corporation laws, and Model Business Corporation Act provisions that govern corporate actions and board authority

Securities Regulations: Federal securities laws including Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002, particularly relevant for publicly traded companies

Internal Governance Documents: Company-specific governance requirements including Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, corporate governance guidelines, and stock exchange listing requirements if applicable

Authority Limitations: State and federal regulations defining and limiting board powers, including industry-specific regulations that may affect board authorization scope

Documentation Requirements: State and federal recordkeeping requirements, corporate secretary documentation standards, and formal documentation procedures for board actions

Fiduciary Duties: Legal obligations including state laws regarding director duties, case law on business judgment rule, and fundamental duties of care and loyalty