Michigan Legal Help has tools to fill many kinds of forms but we do not cover all areas. You may have a blank form that you need to fill out on your own.A motion raising a defense or an objection to a pleading must be filed and served within 21 days of service or the time for filing a responsive pleading. Otherwise, a specific amount may not be stated, and the pleading must include allegations that show that the claim is within the jurisdiction of the court. The forms linked to this page can be used for civil and criminal applications, common motions, a notice of filing, and proof of service. Civil cases are private disputes between one or more people, businesses, or organizations. This article will address only civil cases, and not criminal cases. Pleadings. Self-represented litigants must file their pleadings electronically. As a self-represented litigant, you must add yourself as a service contact. Ways to file documents with Circuit Court Records: 1.