Class Actions
Class actions under both California and Federal substantive and procedural law are unique and complex. The mine fields of discovery, class certification, preliminary and final approval are technical aspects that a qualified mediator must thoroughly comprehend in order to assist in arriving at a mutual resolution.
Mr. Coviello has personally litigated numerous class actions in both the state and federal courts on behalf of class representatives and corporate defendants. He has further been a lecturer at many CEB sponsored courses on class action litigation. Most importantly, Mr. Coviello has successfully mediated a significant number of class actions filed in various California state courts and in Federal system. His vast knowledge of the substantive law in employment matters and his understanding of the procedural aspects of representative actions have enhanced the prospects of a successful resolution.