Special Master. Upon Final Approval, the Parties shall request that the Court appoint a Rule 53 Special Master, who shall have only the duties referenced in this Agreement when so designated by the Court. The Special Master shall only be involved in taking certain actions or making certain determinations in connection with the distribution of the Accounting/Trust Administration Fund and eligibility of individuals to participate as Class Members. The Special Master shall have no role regarding the distribution of the Trust Land Consolidation Fund. The Special Master shall also have no role in resolving any disputes between (i) the Parties or (ii) a Class Member and Defendants. The Special Master shall be paid out of funds in the Settlement Account, and shall submit invoices for fees and expenses to Class Counsel, at reasonable intervals, who shall file them with the Court, requesting an order to pay the Special Master. All disputes regarding the Special Master’s invoices or compensation shall be decided by the Court. The Parties agree to cooperate to minimize the costs of the Special Master.
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Sources: Class Action Settlement Agreement, Class Action Settlement Agreement, Class Action Settlement Agreement