37 CFR § 226.3 - Effect of counterclaims on a smaller claims proceeding.

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# 226.3 Effect of counterclaims on a smaller claims proceeding.

Where a claimant has chosen to proceed via a smaller claims proceeding, a respondent only may assert a counterclaim that seeks total monetary relief of $5,000 or less (exclusive of attorneys' fees or costs). Any permissible counterclaims asserted by a respondent shall be adjudicated under the procedures set forth in this part.