What is a a nominal plaintiff?

A nominal plaintiff is a party in a legal case who is named in the lawsuit but does not have a significant interest in the outcome of the case. Typically, this role is filled to meet legal requirements or to facilitate the legal process, often representing a larger group or interest. The nominal plaintiff may not actively participate in the proceedings or may do so only as a formality. Their involvement is primarily to allow the case to proceed, often while the real interests are represented by another party.