All Answers must be filed in writing no later than the first pretrial conference, absent leave of Court. The Answer shall admit or deny each factual allegation or state that the Respondent after reasonable inquiry lacks knowledge sufficient to form a belief as to each factual allegation. Supreme Court Rule 137 applies to all pleadings, motions and papers in Juvenile Court proceedings.
Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Lake Cnty. 8-1.09