---
title: "Model a settlement distribution scheme from the class data"
url: "https://ailawframework.com/practice/class-actions-representative-proceedings/model-a-settlement-distribution-scheme-from-the-class-data"
type: "task"
site: "AI Law Framework"
id: "A7-T1-R5"
practice_area: "Class Actions / Representative Proceedings"
tier: "red"
lawyer_review: "required"
last_reviewed: "2026-10-22"
---

# Model a settlement distribution scheme from the class data

> From lawyer-supplied class data and the settlement heads, draft a distribution-scheme outline (eligibility, proof, tranches) and an issues list of data gaps.

Canonical page: https://ailawframework.com/practice/class-actions-representative-proceedings/model-a-settlement-distribution-scheme-from-the-class-data  
Last reviewed: 2026-10-22

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## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Practice area | [Class Actions / Representative Proceedings](https://ailawframework.com/practice/class-actions-representative-proceedings.md) |
| Human involvement | Red: Lawyer writes; AI may check, clarify or collect data |
| How AI is used | From lawyer-supplied class data and the settlement heads, draft a distribution-scheme outline (eligibility, proof, tranches) and an issues list of data gaps. |
| What the lawyer must review | Decide quantum and fairness yourself and, where required, with the court Do not invent class-member losses |
| Written for / versions | 1 jurisdiction versions below |

## Checking plan

**Source-by-source verification**

Trace relied-on content to independent sources and check for relevant material the output has missed.

- What the AI does: Potential support includes preparing preliminary structure or wording. Confirm the tool’s capability and permitted scope.
- What the lawyer does: Set the scope, verify the evidence, resolve exceptions and approve the final output for its intended use.
- Who reviews: Responsible lawyer with competence in the matter
- Basis: Suggested checking approach based on the task guidance. Complete the assessment for the actual tool, information and jurisdiction.
- Why: The plan reflects the described work and review requirements. Policy colours are not used to determine permission or checking.

## Checks the lawyer makes

1. Trace every relied-on figure to its source, confirm dates and assumptions, and independently recalculate totals or derived amounts.
2. Confirm that the wording reflects the client’s instructions and contains no unintended admission, concession or commitment. Check the recipient and tone.
3. Check the specialist’s assumptions, qualifications and limits. Obtain the relevant expert or specialist review before relying on a technical conclusion.
4. Verify the applicable jurisdiction and the version of each relevant law, rule or instrument in force at the material time.
5. Confirm the output against the client’s instructions and the complete relevant source material, including omissions or contradictions.
6. Resolve exceptions and record the responsible lawyer’s approval of the exact output and intended use.

## Notes

- Confirm the required checking with the responsible lawyer before work starts. The checking approach does not establish permission to use AI.

## Forms and precedents for this task

| Form or precedent | Kind | AI level | Summary |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Settlement approval application checklist (Federal Court class action, s 33V and GPN-CA)](https://ailawframework.com/precedents/class-actions-representative-proceedings/settlement-approval-application-checklist.md) | Checklist | Yellow | Step-by-step checklist for seeking Federal Court approval of a class action settlement: settlement terms, the two-stage interlocutory application, the notice to class members, the evidence the Court… |

Signed-in accounts can read the full text of each one.

## Jurisdiction versions

| Jurisdiction | Level |
| --- | --- |
| [United States](https://ailawframework.com/practice/class-actions-representative-proceedings/model-a-settlement-distribution-scheme-from-the-class-data/united-states.md) | Red |

*Practice guidance for planning and review. Confirm current primary sources and the requirements of the actual matter. This is general information, not legal advice.*