---
title: "Prepare a first-pass loss-methodology issues list from sample files"
url: "https://ailawframework.com/practice/class-actions-representative-proceedings/prepare-a-first-pass-loss-methodology-issues-list-from-sample-files"
type: "task"
site: "AI Law Framework"
id: "A7-A20260923-2"
practice_area: "Class Actions / Representative Proceedings"
tier: "yellow"
lawyer_review: "required"
last_reviewed: "2026-10-22"
---

# Prepare a first-pass loss-methodology issues list from sample files

> From a sample of member files and the expert's outline, list data fields needed for loss, gaps and inconsistent recording.

Canonical page: https://ailawframework.com/practice/class-actions-representative-proceedings/prepare-a-first-pass-loss-methodology-issues-list-from-sample-files  
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 | Yellow: Lawyer and AI draft together |
| How AI is used | From a sample of member files and the expert's outline, list data fields needed for loss, gaps and inconsistent recording. |
| What the lawyer must review | Leave methodology to the expert and the court Treat the list as a data-readiness check only |
| Written for / versions | 1 jurisdiction versions below |

## Checking plan

Methodology is the expert's and the court's. The list is a data-readiness check.

- What the AI does: From a sample of member files and the expert's outline, list data fields needed for loss, gaps and inconsistent recording.
- What the lawyer does: Set the scope, verify the evidence, resolve exceptions and approve the final output for its intended use.
- Basis: Suggested checking approach based on the task guidance. Complete the assessment for the actual tool, information and jurisdiction.

## Checks the lawyer makes

1. Confirm the output against the client’s instructions and the complete relevant source material, including omissions or contradictions.
2. Verify every relied-on citation, figure and name against the source document.
3. The responsible lawyer approves the exact version before use.

## Sources

- [New Zealand Law Society: Generative AI guidance for lawyers](https://www.lawsociety.org.nz/professional-practice/rules-and-maintaining-professional-standards/generative-ai-guidance-for-lawyers/) (checked 2026-09-23)

## Jurisdiction versions

| Jurisdiction | Level |
| --- | --- |
| [United States](https://ailawframework.com/practice/class-actions-representative-proceedings/prepare-a-first-pass-loss-methodology-issues-list-from-sample-files/united-states.md) | Yellow |

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