Rule 13 – Counterclaim and Cross-claim

(a) Compulsory counterclaims.(a)(1) must state as a counterclaim any claim that-at the time of its service-the pleader has against an opposing party if the claim: (a)(1)(A) arises out of the transaction or occurrence that is the subject matter of the opposing...

Rule 12 – Defenses and Objections

(a) When presented. Unless otherwise provided by statute or order of the court, a defendant shall serve an answer within 21 days after the service of the summons and complaint is complete within the state and within 30 days after service of the summons and complaint...

Rule 10 – Form of Pleadings and Other Papers

(a) Caption; names of parties; other necessary information.(a)(1) All pleadings and other papers filed with the court must contain a caption setting forth the name of the court, the title of the action, the file number, if known, the name of the pleading or other...

Rule 9 – Pleading Special Matters

(a)Capacity or Authority to Sue; Legal Existence.(a)(1) In General. Except when required to show that the court has jurisdiction, a pleading need not allege: (a)(1)(A) a party’s capacity to sue or be sued;((a)(1)B) a party’s authority to sue or be sued in...