(a) Pleadings. Except as provided in section (b) of this Rule or otherwise expressly permitted by these Rules or ordered by the Supreme Court, the only pleadings permitted in an action for Disciplinary or Remedial Action are the petition and an answer.

(b) Amendments. Bar Counsel may amend a petition and the attorney may amend an answer in accordance with the applicable provisions of Rule 2-341.

(c) Motions. Motions dealing with discovery, pre-hearing procedural matters, or matters arising at the hearing conducted pursuant to Rule 19-727 are permissible and shall comply with applicable provisions of Rule 2-311. Motions to dismiss the proceeding and motions for summary judgment are not permitted.