(a) A defendant shall file or state an answer within 20

days after service of the summons and complaint upon the defendant. A counterclaim shall be deemed denied by the plaintiff. (b) When an answer is plainly insufficient to state a defense, the court may on its own motion enter judgment on the pleadings without trial. A judgment on the pleadings shall state the reasons for its entry. prejudice any action filed or proceeded with in violation of this rule. (d) Representation of a party by a legal intern at any stage of an action shall be governed by Part IV of the Alaska Bar Rules. (SCO 225 effective May 1, 1976; amended by SCO 952 effective July 15, 1989; by SCO 1085 effective January 15, 1992; and by SCO 2022 effective October 15, 2024) (SCO 225 effective May 1, 1976; amended by SCO 1153 effective July 15, 1994)