Rule 7 - Pleadings Allowed; Form of Motions and Other Papers(a)Pleadings. Only these pleadings are allowed: (2) an answer to a complaint;(3) an answer to a counterclaim designated as a counterclaim;(4) an answer to a crossclaim;(5) a third-party complaint;(6) an answer to a third-party complaint; and(7) if the court orders one, a reply to an answer.(b)Motions and Other Papers.(1)In General. A request for a court order must be made by motion. The motion must: (A) be in writing unless made during a hearing or trial;(B) state with particularity the grounds for seeking the order; and(C) state the relief sought.(2)Form. The rules governing captions, signing, and other matters of form in pleadings apply to motions and other papers.Amended effective 3/1/2019.Advisory Committee Note 2019 Amendment
As used in these rules, "complaint" includes a petition or other document that initiates a civil action.