Federal civil courts aren't a small claims court. The rules aren't easily understood and are full of pitfalls that trip up even experienced litigators. Your answer to a complaint needs to address every single allegation AND raise all affirmative defenses--or they could be waived.

You are pretty likely to foot fault and end up just putting yourself in a worse negotiating position.

Trolls already have pre-made complaints, discovery requests, etc. already lined up. You'll have to work a long time to do what they can in a couple hours.