HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-4961PENNy E. DOUGHERTY,
Plaintiff
VS.
THOMAS A. DOUGHERTY,
Defendant
: 1N THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2002- ~/~/,, ~ CIVIL TERM
: CIVIL ACTION ~ LAW
: IN DIVORCE
NOTICE TO DEFEND AND CLAIM RIGHTS
YOU HAVE BEEN SUED IN COURT. If you wish to defend against the claims
set forth in the following pages, you must take prompt action. You are warned that if you
fail to do so, the case may proceed without you and a decree of divorce or annulment may
be entered against you by the court. A judgment may also be entered against you for any
other claim or relief requested in these papers by the plaintiff. You may lose money or
property or other rights important to you, including custody or visitation of your children.
When the ground for the divorce is indignities or irretrievable breakdown of
marriage, you must request marriage counseling. A list of marriage counselors is avail-
able in the Office of the Prothonotary at
CUMBERLAND COUNTY COURTHOUSE
CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA 17013
IF YOU DO NOT FILE A CLAIM FOR ALIMONY, DIVISION OF
PROPERTY, LAWYER'S FEES OR EXPENSES BEFORE A DIVORCE OR
TAHNNEEh~.LMENT IS GRANTED, YOU MAY LOSE THE RIGHT TO CLAIM ANY OF
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU
DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE
THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL
HELP.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
2 LIBERTY AVENUE
CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA 17013
MAX J~S~ s~qulre
JARAD W. HANDELMAN, Esquire
Attorney for Plaintiff
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
PENNY E. DOUGHERTY,
Plaintiff
VS.
THOMAS A. DOUGHERTY,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2002- ~&l CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN DIVORCE
COMPLAINT IN DIVORCE
AND NOW comes the Plaintiff, PENNY E. DOUGHERTY, by her attorney,
MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire, and seeks to obtain a Decree in Divorce upon the grounds
hereinafter more fully set forth:
1. The Plaintiff, PENNY E. DOUGHERTY, is an adult individual and citizen
of the United States of America, who resides at 708 Belmont Avenue, Mechanicsburg,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17055.
2. The Defendant, THOMAS A. DOUGHERTY, is an adult individual and
citizen of the United States of America, who resides at 708 Belmont Avenue,
Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17055.
3. Plaintiff and Defendant have been bona fide residents in the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for at least six (6) months immediately previous to the
filing of this Complaint.
4. Plaintiff and Defendant were married on or about August 20, 2000, in
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
5. Plaintiff avers that there is one (1) child of the parties under the age of 18,
namely: Chloe J. Dougherty, born February 6, 2000.
Services.
Neither Plaintiffnor Defendant is a member of the United States Armed
7. Plaintiff and Defendant have both been advised of the availability of
marital counseling and that each may have the right to request that the court require the
parties to participate in counseling.
8. Plaintiff avers that there has been no prior action for divorce or annulment of
the marriage filed by either party in this or any other jurisdiction.
9. Plaintiff avers that the marhage is irretrievably broken.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffprays your Honorable Court to enter a Decree of Divorce
from the bonds of matrimony.
Dated: October ]0 ,2002 MAXJ. S ~'
~MKfI~H, JR, qmre
I.D. No. 32114
JARAD W. HANDELMAN, Esquire
I.D. No. 82629
James, Smith, Durkin & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
I verify that the statements made in this Complaint are true and correct. I under-
stand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section
4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
PENNY E. DOUGHERTY,
Plaintiff
VS.
THOMAS A. DOUGHERTY,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: NO. 2002-04961 CIVIL TERM
:
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN DIVORCE
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 15th day of October, 2002, I, MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire, Attorney
for Plaintiff, hereby certify that I have this day sent a coPy of Complaint in Divorce by depositing
a certified copy of the same in the United States mail, postage prepaid, certified mail #7002 0510
0003 3931 0084 at Hershey, Pennsylvania, addressed to:
Thomas A. Dougherty
708 Belmont Avenue
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Mailing and return receipt cards attached hereto.
MAX J. SMITH, JR., ~quire
I.D. No. 32114
JARAD W. HANDELMAN, Esquire
I.D. No. 82629
JAMES, SMITH, DURKIN & CONNELLY LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
Postage
Certified Fee
Return Receipt Fee
Endorsement Required)
Restricted Delivery Fee
Endorserner~t Requital)
Total Postage & Fees
Sent To
Street, Apt. No.;
Ci~ State, ZIP+4
· Complete items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete
item 4 if Restricted Delivery is desired.
· Print your name and address on the reverse
so that we can return the card to you.
· Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece,
or on the front if space permits.
1. Article Addressed to:
II A. Signature
I" JZ~ L~/z..,L,~;::~' [] Addressee
J B. ~e~elv~ed by (~rinted Na~e) C. Date of Delivery
D. Is delive~addrees diff~t from itsm 17 [] Yes
If YES, enter delivery address below: [] No
3. Service Type ~1~ Certified Mail
[] Registered
[] Insured Mail
[] Express Mail
[] Return Receipt for Merchandise
[] C.O,D.
4. Restricted Delivery? (Extra Fee) ~ Yes
2, Article Number
(Transfer from service /abe/) 7002 0510 0003 3931 0084
PS Form 3811, August 2001 Domestic Return Receipt 102595-02-M-1035
PENNY E. DOUGHERTY,
Plaintiff
VS.
THOMAS A. DOUGHERTY,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: NO. 2002-04961 CIVIL TERM
:
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT AND
WAIVER OF COUNSELING
1. A Complaint in Divorce under Section 3301(c) of the Divorce Code was filed on
October 11, 2002.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken, and ninety days
have elapsed since the date of filing and service of the Complaint.
3. I consent to the entry of a Final Decree of Divorce after service of notice of
intention to request entry of the decree.
4. I have been advised of the availability of marriage counseling and understand that
I may request that the Court require that my spouse and I participate in counseling. I further
understand that the Court maintains a list of marriage counselors in the Prothonotary's Office,
which list is available to me upon request. Being so advised, I do not request that the Court
require that my spouse and I participate in counseling prior to a decree being handed down by the
Court.
I verify that the statements made in this Affidavit are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904, relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
PENNY E. DOUGHERTY,
Plaintiff
VS.
THOMAS A. DOUGHERTY,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: NO. 2002-04961 CIVIL TERM
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT AND
WAWER OF COUNSELING
1. A Complaint in Divorce under Section 3301(c) of the Divorce Code was filed on
October 11, 2002.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken, and ninety days
have elapsed since the date of filing and service of the Complaint.
3. I consent to the entry of a Final Decree of Divorce after service of notice of
intention to request entry of the decree.
4. I have been advised of the availability of marriage counseling and understand that
I may request that the Court require that my spouse and I participate in counseling. I further
understand that the Court maintains a list of marriage counselors in the Prothonotary's Office,
which list is available to me upon request. Being so advised, I do not request that the Court
require that my spouse and I participate in counseling prior to a decree being handed down by the
Court.
I verify that the statements made in this Affidavit are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904, relating to
unswom falsification to authorities.
Date: Jan. 15, 2003
THOMXg A~ I~OU(~HEI~TY
PENNY E. DOUGHERTY,
Plaintiff
VS.
THOMAS A. DOUGHERTY,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: NO. 2002-04961 CIVIL TERM
:
: CWIL ACTION - LAW
: IN DIVORCE
WAWER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST
ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE UNDER
§3301(c) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. I consent to the entry ora Final Decree of Divorce without further notice.
2. I understand that I may lose fights concerning alimony, division of property,
lawyer's fees or expenses ifI do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
3. I understand that I will not be divorced until a divorce decree is entered by the
Court and that a copy of the decree will be sent to me immediately after it is filed with the
Prothonotary.
I verify that the statements made in this Affidavit are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904, relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
PENNY E. DOUGHERTY,
Plaintiff
VS.
THOMAS A. DOUGHERTY,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: NO. 2002-04961 CIVIL TERM
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN DIVORCE
WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST
ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE UNDER
§3301(c) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. I consent to the entry of a Final Decree of Divorce without further notice.
2. I understand that I may lose fights concerning alimony, division of property,
lawyer's fees or expenses ifI do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
3. I understand that I will not be divorced until a divorce decree is entered by the
Court and that a copy of the decree will be sent to me immediately after it is filed with the
Prothonotary.
I verify that the statements made in this Affidavit are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904, relating to
unswom falsification to authorities.
Dme: Jan. 15, 2003
;rHOMA~ A. DOUGHERTY/' y
PENNY E. DOUGHERTY,
Plaintiff
VS.
THOMAS A. DOUGHERTY,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
:
: NO. 2002-04961 CIVIL TERM
:
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN DIVORCE
PRAECIPE TO TRANSMIT RECORD
To the Prothonotary:
Transmit the record, together with the following information, to the Court for entry of a
divorce decree:
1. Ground for divorce: irretrievable breakdown under Section (X) 3301 (c)
( . ) 3301 (d) of the Divorce Code. (Check applicable section).
2. Date and manner of service of the complaint: By certified mail on October 16,
2002.
3.
(Complete either paragraph (a) or (b).
(a) Date of execution of the affidavit of consent required by Section 330'1 (c) of the
Divorce Code: by Plaintiff January 15, 2002 ; by Defendant January 15, 2002
(b)(1) Date of execution of the Plaintiffs affidavit required by Section 3301 (d) of the
; (2) date of service of the Plaintiffs affidavit upon the
Divorce Code:
Defendant:
4.
Related claims pending:
None
( ) Defendant
MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEUENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this ~'f]" day of /Jrbo~ ~,,/~bt_ ,2002, by and
between PENNY E. DOUGHERTY (hereinafter called "Wife") and THOMAS A.
DOUGHERTY (hereinafter called "Husband").
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Husband and Wife were married on August 20, 2000; and
WHEREAS, There has been one (1) child bom of this marriage, to wit: CHLOE JANE
DOUGHERTY, bom February 6, 2000; and
WHEREAS, the parties hereto desire to fix and determine by this Marital Settlement
Agreement the rights and claims that have accrued to each of them in the estate and real and
personal property of the other by reason of the man/age, and all economic fights of every kind
and description arising from the marital relationship, including but not limited to present and
future rights of inheritance, support, maintenance, alimony, payment of counsel fees and
equitable distribution and to accept the provisions of this Agreement in lieu of and in full
discharge, settlement and satisfaction of all such fights and claims.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and of the marriage, and in further
consideration of the mutual promises and undertakings hereinafter set forth, each intending to be
legally bound hereby, the parties agree as follows:
1. SEPARATION. It shall be lawful for each party at all times hereafter to live
separate and apart from the other party at such place as he or she may from time to time choose
or deem fit. The foregoing provisions shall not be taken as an admission on the part of either
party of the lawfulness or unlawfulness of the causes leading to their living apart.
2. INTERFERENCE. Each party shall be free from interference, authority and
contact by the other, as fully as if he or she were single and unmarried except as may be
necessary to carry out the provisions of this Agreement.
3. WIFE'S DEBTS. Wife represents and warrants to Husband that as of the date of
separation she has not incurred, and in the future she will not contract or incur, any debts or
liability for which Husband or his estate might be responsible and shall indemnify and save
harmless Husband from any and all claims or demands made against him by reason of debts or
obligations incurred by her. Any and all loans, and/or debts and charge accounts presently in
Wife's name alone shall be Wife's sole and separate responsibility for payment thereof, and
Wife agrees to indemnify and save harmless Husband from any loss he may sustain, including
attorney fees, as a result of any default in payment by Wife.
4. HUSBAND'S DEBTS. Husband represents and warrants to Wife that as of the
date of the separation he has not incurred, and in the future he will not contract or incur, any debt
or liability for which Wife or her estate might be responsible and shall indemnify and save
harmless Wife from any and all claims or demands made against her by reason of debts or
obligations incurred by him. Any and all loans, and/or debts and charge accotmts, presently in
Husband's name alone shall be Husband's sole and separate responsibility for payment thereof,
and Husband agrees to indemnify and save harmless Wife from any loss she may sustain,
including attorney fees, as a result of any default in payment by Husband.
5. EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION. Husband and Wife acknowledge and agree that
the provisions of this Agreement with respect to the distribution and division of marital and
separate property are fair, equitable and satisfactory to them based on the length of their marriage
and other relevant factors which have been taken into consideration by the parties. Both parties
hereby accept the provisions of this Agreement with respect to division of property in lieu of and
in full and final settlement and satisfaction of all claims and demands that they may now have or
hereafter have against the other for the equitable distribution of their property by any court of
competent jurisdiction pursuant to Section 3502 of The Divorce Code or any other laws.
Husband and Wife voluntarily and intelligently waive and relinquish any fight to seek a court
ordered determination and distribution of marital property, but nothing herein contained shall
constitute a waiver by either party of any fights to seek the relief of any court for the purpose of
enforcing the provisions of this Agreement.
6. REAL ESTATE. The parties confirm that the jointly owned real estate situate at
708 Belmont Avenue, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania has been sold, with
settlement scheduled for November 2002. At settlement, after deducting all normal settlement
charges pertaining to the sale of said real estate, Wife shall receive the entire net proceeds of
sale. The parties shall cooperate by signing all documents which are required to effectuate the
sale and settlement of the aforesaid premises.
7. DIVISION OF PERSONAL PROPERTY, ACCOUNTS AND VEHICLES. The
parties have divided between them, to their mutual satisfaction, the personal effects, bank
accounts, household furniture and furnishings and all other articles of personal property which
have heretofore been used by them in common. Further, Husband shall receive the two (2)
Pomeranians and Wife shall receive the parrot.
The parties expressly agree that Wife shall be entitled to exclusive ownership of the 2002
Pontiac Montana and 1981 Yamaha Maxim currently in her possession, and that Husband shall
relinquish any and all interest he may have in same. Wife agrees to be solely responsible for
payment of any and all encumbrances, and all other expenses affecting such vehicles. Wife
agrees to indemnify and save harmless Husband from any loss he may sustain, including attomey
fees, as a result of any default in payment by Wife. Husband shall be entitled to exclusive
ownership of the 1995 Chevy S-10 currently in his possession, and that Wife shall relinquish any
and all interest she may have in same. Husband agrees to be solely responsible for payment of
any and all encumbrances, and all other expenses affecting such vehicle. Husband agrees to
indemnify and save harmless Wife from any loss she may sustain, including attorney fees, as a
result of any default in payment by Husband.
The parties further agree to execute any vehicle titles, Powers of Attorney or other
documents necessary to give this Paragraph full force and effect, upon request.
8. PENSIONS AND EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS. Husband and Wife are the
owners of certain pension plans and/or retirement plans and/or employee stock or savings plans,
which they have accumulated during the course of their past and/or present employment. It is
hereby specifically agreed that Husband and Wife each shall forever relinquish to the other his or
her right, title and interest in said pension plans and/or retirement plans and/or employee stock or
savings plans, as well as all other employment benefits, of the other. Specifically included
herein are all benefits to which Husband is entitled through his employment with Roadway
Express and all benefits to which Wife is entitled through her employment with Hershey Foods
Corporation. The parties agree to execute any and all documentation necessary to effectuate the
terms herein contained.
9. INVESTMENTS. The parties confirm that Wife alone shall retain the American
Funds accounts, K-Mart stock and Hershey Foods stock. Further, Wife shall serve as custodian
of Chloe's American Funds stock.
10. CASH SETTLEMENT TO HUSBAND. In furtherance of the equitable division
of marital property, Wife shall pay to Husband a cash sum of $10,958.00 which shall be paid
contemporaneously with execution of this Agreement.
11. WIFE'S BUSINESS. Husband hereby forever relinquishes any and all claims or
interest he may have in Wife's business, known as Home and Garden Party. This specifically
includes any and all real estate, equipment and inventory, accounts or miscellaneous property of
whatsoever nature in connection with said business. Wife hereby assumes sole responsibility for
any and all loans and obligations in connection with the aforesaid business, and shall indemnify,
and save harmless Husband from any loss he may sustain, including attorney fees, as a result of
any default in payment by Wife.
12. CUSTODY. The parties shall share physical custody of the minor child, Chloe
Jane Dougherty on as equal a basis as possible, and shall decide between themselves the exact
times that Chloe shall reside with each parent. Holidays shall also be equally shared by the
parties as they mutually agree.
The parties shall enjoy joint legal custody regarding all major decisions affecting the
child, including but not limited to health, education and religious matters. Each party shall have
full access to the child's medical, dental and school records as well.
13. CHILD SUPPORT. Husband and Wife agree to share equally in the cost of day
care expenses for Chloe. Otherwise, there shall be no child support payable by either parent to
the other so long as the parties' incomes are equal and the equal sharing of custody of their
daughter continues.
The parties herein acknowledge that support is modifiable pursuant to the Pennsylvania
Family Support Guidelines, and that either party may petition the Court of Common Pleas
Cumberland County, or any other court having appropriate jurisdiction, to establish a court order
of support pursuant to such guidelines.
14. INCOME TAX/DEPENDENCY EXEMPTION. The parties agree to file a joint
income tax return for tax year 2002. Commencing tax year 2003, the parties shall file separate
income tax returns, with Husband claiming Chloe as a dependent for tax purposes in 2003 and all
odd-numbered years, and Wife claiming Chloe as a dependent, in all even-numbered years in
which she may be claimed as a dependent. The parties agree to sign any documents which
maybe required by the Internal Revenue Service to effectuate the terms herein.
In the event custody of Chloe would change such that one parent shall have primary
physical custody of her, that parent shall be entitled to claim her as a dependent in any such years
in which he or she has primary physical custody.
15. ALIMONY. Both parties agree to make no claim for alimony or alimony
pendente lite now or at any future time, or in connection with the pending divome action
between the parties.
16. COUNSEL FEES. Husband and Wife agree to be equally responsible for
payment of Wife's attorney fees in connection with this Agreement and the pending divorce
action between the parties.
17. HEALTH INSURANCE. Husband shall maintain health insurance coverage on
behalf of the minor child, comparable to that which is provided through his current employment.
Husband and Wife shall be equally responsible for all uninsured health care expenses for the
child, including medical, dental, medical, optical and orthodontic costs.
18. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE. The parties have disclosed to each other and they
are aware of the extent of each other's income, assets, liabilities, holdings and estates. Husband
and Wife confirm that by executing this Agreement each forever waives any future right to set
aside said Agreement, or to defend against its enforcement or any portion thereof based upon the
absence of such a disclosure by the other party, or based upon any claim that it is inequitable,
unconscionable or does not make a reasonable provision for one or the other of them.
19. SUBSEQUENT DIVORCE. Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to
prevent either of the parties from maintaining a suit for absolute divorce against the other in any
jurisdiction, nor to bar the other from demanding any such suit.
20. NO-FAULT DIVORCE. Both parties agree to execute an Affidavit of Consent
and Waiver of Notice of Intention to Request Entry of a Divorce Decree to facilitate entry of a
divorce decree pursuant to Section 3301(c) of the Divorce Code at the expiration of ninety (90)
days from the date of service of the divorce Complaint instituted by Wife docketed to No. 2002-
4961 Civil Term, Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
21. BREACH. If either party breaches any provisions of this Agreement, the other
party shall have the fight, at his or her election, to sue for damages, including attorney fees, for
such breach, or seek such remedies or relief as may be available to him or her respectively.
22. ADDITIONAL INSTRUMENTS. Each of the parties shall from time to time, at
the request of the other, execute, acknowledge, and deliver to the other party any and all further
instruments, including Deeds and other real estate-related documents, titles, pension documents,
or other documents that may be reasonably required to give full force and effect to the provisions
of this Agreement.
23. VOLUNTARY EXECUTION. The provisions of this Agreement and their legal
effect have been fully explained to Wife by Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire, attorney for Wife, and
each party acknowledges that the Agreement is fair and equitable, that full disclosure has been
made by each respective party to the other, that it is being entered into voluntarily, and that it is
not the result of any duress or undue influence. Wife and Husband acknowledge that they have
been furnished with all information relating to the financial affairs of the other, which has been
requested by them respectively. Husband has been advised of his right to retain independent
legal counsel to advise him concerning this Agreement and the pending divorce action between
the parties, and acknowledges that he has waived such right.
24. WAIVER OF CLAIMS AGAINST ESTATE. Except as herein otherwise
provided, each party may dispose of his or her property in any way, and each party hereby
waives and relinquishes any and all fights he or she may now or hereafter acquire, under the
present or future laws of any jurisdiction, to share in the property or the estate of the other as a
result of the marital relationship, including, without limitation, dower, curtesy, statutory
allowance, widow's allowance, right to take property against the Will of the other, and the right
to act as administrator or executor of the other's estate, and each will, at the request of the other,
execute, acknowledge and deliver any and all instruments which may be necessary or advisable
to carry into effect this mutual waiver and relinquishment of all such interest, fights and claims.
25. INCORPORATION OF AGREEMENT FOR ENFORCEMENT. This
Agreement shall bind the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, administrators,
legal representatives and assigns. This Agreement shall survive a decree of divorce between the
parties in any jurisdiction and any other order which may be entered in accordance with this
Agreement. In the event that a Decree of Divorce is entered in the Court of Common Pleas of
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania or in the event that a Decree in Divorce is entered in any
other jurisdiction, the parties agree to incorporate this Agreement in the Divorce Decree for
purposes of enforcement. It is the specific intent of the parties to be bound by the provisions
hereof in lieu of any other claim or order of support, maintenance, alimony, equitable
distribution, counsel fees, costs, maintenance of insurance, equitable relief or property settlement
or with regard to any other provision hereof. In the event that any final order of court is entered
in any jurisdiction with respect to the parties hereto which is contrary to the provisions hereof,
then the rights and responsibilities of each of the parties hereto shall be relieved or adjusted to
the extent necessary to conform to this Agreement.
26. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement contains the entire understanding of
the parties, and there are no representations, warranties, covenants or undertakings other than
those expressly set forth herein.
27. MODIFICATION AND WAIVER. A modification or waiver of any of the
provisions of this Agreement shall be effective only if made in writing and executed with the
same formality as this Agreement. The failure of either party to insist upon strict performance of
any of the provisions of this Agreement, shall not be construed as a waiver or any subsequent
default of the same or similar nature.
28. DESCRIPTIVE HEADINGS. The descriptive headings used herein are for
convenience only. They shall have no effect whatsoever in determining the rights or obligations
of the parties.
29. IRREVOCABILITY. It is understood and agreed to by and between the
respective parties hereto that the property division-distribution effected by the herein Agreement
is IRREVOCABLE and that such division-distribution shall not be affected by any future change
in circumstances of the respective parties OR by other statutory or judicial alternatives which
may be available to the respective parties under prior, current or future laws of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or any other jurisdiction. Except as provided herein, the parties
hereby waive any respective rights to financial support and/or alimony and/or pension or future
expectancies each may respectively have under prior, current or future laws or case decisions.
WITNESS
WITNESS
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereunto set their hands and seals the day
and year first above written.
THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
STATE OF
~ PENNA.
PENNY E. DOUGHERTY,
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DECREE IN
DIVORCE
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decreed that ........... ~.~.Y..~. :. P. qg. 9.~.~.R.T¥., ................. plaintiff,
and THOMAS A. DOOGHBRTY
.......................................................... defendant,
are divorced from the bonds of matrimony.
The court retains jurisdiction of the following claims which have
been raised of record in this action for which a final order has not yet
been entered;
incorporated into the Final Divorce Decree.