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N.J. Ct. R. 4:7-4

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Rule 4:7-4 Omitted Counterclaim

Rule 4:7 — Counterclaim And Cross-Claim

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When a pleader fails to set up a counterclaim through oversight, inadvertence, or excusable neglect, or when justice requires, the counterclaim may be set up by leave of court by amendment.

Amendment history: Source-R.R. 4:13-5; amended July 13, 1994 to be effective September 1, 1994.

Rule 4:7-4 Omitted Counterclaim

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