16Representation order

### 16 Representation order > > (1)  If 3 or more persons have a cause of action or defence arising out of similar circumstances, the Court, by consent of the persons, may make an order appointing one or more of those persons to sue or defend on behalf of, or for the benefit of, any other person who consents to the order. > > > (2)  [*\[Rule 16 Subrule (2) amended by S.R. 2013, No. 69, Applied:04 Sep 2013\]*](/view/html/inforce/2013-09-04/sr-2013-069#GS15@EN) Unless the Court orders otherwise, a representation order confers on a person the authority and power to conduct, settle or otherwise dispose of the whole or any part of a proceeding. > > > (3)  A representation order may be made irrespective of whether the remedies or relief sought by the persons are identical. > > > (4)  Any person represented under this rule may be entitled to,or liable for, costs in any proportion or amount the Court determines.