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. Every party who has filed a pleading, an appearance, or a motion must be served with a copy of every document later filed in the action.Pleadings. Self-represented litigants must file their pleadings electronically. As a self-represented litigant, you must add yourself as a service contact. This multiple-volume set thoroughly guides you through the pleading, practice and procedure in Michigan civil proceedings. All pleading forms must be filled out completely and in compliance with Michigan Court Rules. All pleading forms must be filled out completely and in compliance with Michigan Court Rules.