A. In allowing a claim, the personal representative may deduct any counterclaim which the estate has against the claimant.

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 45-3-811

  • Counterclaim: A claim that a defendant makes against a plaintiff.

B. In determining a claim against an estate the district court shall reduce the amount allowed by the amount of any counterclaims and, if the counterclaims exceed the claim, render a judgment against the claimant in the amount of the excess.