David Ross (Partner-Washington, DC) and Daniel Coffman (Associate, Washington, DC) collaborated on an article titled “Class Action Settlement Considerations for Defense Counsel,” which appeared in the Practical Guidance section of the March 2024 posting of Bloomberg Law. The authors posit that “While a class settlement can be time-consuming to craft and see through to final approval, and often involves a material outlay of funds, it may be a better course than the alternative.” Some courts are applying a higher level of scrutiny in evaluating the fairness of a class settlement, and careful planning in the timing and structuring of a settlement can significantly increase the receptivity of a court. David and Dan provide a detailed walk-through of the elements involved in class actions and offer strategies for the defense.