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In a [[class action]], the lead plaintiff is the named individual who files the suit on behalf of all the claimants<ref name=":0">https://www.classaction.org/blog/what-does-it-mean-to-be-the-lead-plaintiff-in-a-class-action-lawsuit</ref>. | In a [[class action]], the lead plaintiff is the named individual who files the suit on behalf of all the claimants<ref name=":0">https://www.classaction.org/blog/what-does-it-mean-to-be-the-lead-plaintiff-in-a-class-action-lawsuit</ref>. | ||
== Selection == | |||
The lead plaintiff must be typical of the group they are representing, so they must also be personally affected by the issue the lawsuit is adressing. They will also be expected to be capable of handling the legal work involved. | |||
== Responsibilities == | == Responsibilities == | ||