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are divorced from the bonds of matrimony.
The court retllins jurisdiction at the following claims which have
been raised of record in this action for which a final order has not yet
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Plaintiff IN TilE COURT Of' COHHON PLEAS
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: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS. . CIVIL DIVISION
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MICHELLE R. REES, .
. NO. 97-6036 CIVIL TERH
Defendant .
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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 53]01(cl
J;OO(](f;Q:(m){ of the Divorce Code. (Strike out inapplicable $ectionl.
2. Date and manner of service of the complaint: Oct. 31, 1997, US
Certified Mail. Return Receipt Requested, Restricted Deliver. postage prepaid.
3. Complete either paragraph (al or (bl.
(dl Date of execution of the affidavit of consent required
by 53301(cl of the Divorce Code: by plaintiff March 23. 2000
by defendant March 23. 2000
(bl(ll Date of execution of the affidavit required by S]]Ol(dl
of the Divorce Code: : (21 Date of filing and
service of the plaintiff's affidavit upon the raspondent:
4. Related claims pending:
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5. Complete either (al or (bl.
(a) Date and manner of service of the notice of intention t~
file praecipe to transmit record, a copy of which is attached:
(b) Do!!te pla~ntiff' s Wo!!iver of Notice in 53301(cl Divcrce wo!!s
filed with the Prothonotary: '?:,. Z 1 >J '"
Date defendant's Waiver of Notice in 5]301(c) Divorce was
filed with the Prothonotary: 1-,'3.
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(~CT 3 1 1997
BRIAN P. REES,
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff
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MICHELLE R. REES,
Defendant
: IN LAW - DIVORCE and CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, \ \ I \ <>- \ '-1'\ ,upon consideration of the attached
complaint, it is hereby directed that the parties and their respective counsel appear
before HIt \1u~ \ L. &n{J':.., e~. the conciliator, at (")\ \5<fl,\~ (c,ofJ'tl\\. ~,
on the ~ day OOT'JI~, 19~C:.. ' at Ill'JO Q,m., for a Pre-Hearing Custody
Conference. At such confere ce, an effort will be made to resolve the Issues in
dispute; or if this cannot be accomplished, to define ana narrow the issues to be heard
by the court, and to enter into a temporary order. All children age five or older may
also be present at the conference. Failure to appear at the conferen~e may provide
grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
FOR THE COURT,
By:
Custody Conciliator (Th
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For information about accessible
facilities and reasonable accommodations available to disabled individuals having
business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements must be made at
least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the
scheduled conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF
YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFOR.D ONE, GO TO OR
TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YCV
CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Court Administrator's Office
FOurLi Floor
Cumberland County Court House
I Courthouse Square
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 240-6200
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
BRIAN p, REES,
v.
: NO.
MICHELLE R. REES,
Defendant
: IN LAW - 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 ma) 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 relief requested in these papers by the Plaintiff. You may
loose moaey or property or other rights important to you, including custody or
visitation of your children.
When the grounds for the divorce is indignities or irretrievable brear.down of
the mar~iage, )ou may request marriage counseling. A li.t of marriage cour.selors is
dvailable in tile Office of the Prothonotary, First Floor, Cumberland County
Courthouse, 1 Courthouse Square, Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
IF YOU DO NOT FILE A CLAIM FOR ALIMONY, DIVISION OF
PROPERTY, LAWYER'S FEES OR EXPENSES BEFORE A DIVORCE OR
ANNULMENT IS GRANTED. YOU MAY LOSE THE RIGHT TO CLAIM ANY OF
THEM.
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.
Court Administrator's Office
Fourth Floor
Cumberland County Court House
1 Courthouse Square
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 240-6200
Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT Of COMMON PLEAS Of
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
BRIAN P. REES,
v.
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MICHELI.E R. REES,
De fe ndant
: IN LAW - DIVORCE
AND NOW COMES the Plaintiff, Brian P. Rees, by his counsel, William L.
Grubb, Esquire, and complains of the Defendant, Michelle R. Rees, as follows:
COUNT I
COMPLAINT UNDER SECTION 3301 Cc) OR
3301 Cd) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. Plaintiff is Brian P. Rees, who currently resides at 445 Meadow Drive,
Camp Hill, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
2. Defendant is Michelle R. Rees, who currently resides at 445 Meadow
Dlive, Camp Hill, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
3. Plaintiff has been a bona fide resident in the Commonwealth for at least
six months immediately previous to the filing of this complaint.
4. Plaintiff and Defendant were married on August 17, 1991. at Erie,
Pennsylvania.
5. There have been no prior actions of divorce or for annulment between
the parties.
6, Neither party is in the Armed Services of the United States or its allies.
7. The mMriage b irretrievably broken.
8.
Plaintiff has been advised that counseling is available and that Pla,ntiff
right to request that the Court require the parties to participate in
may have the
counseling.
9.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the ('ourtto enter a Decree of
Divorce.
COUNT II
COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODY
10. Plaintiff incorporates the allegations of paragraphs 1 through 9 by
reference as if set forth at length herein.
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Hill, PA.
The Plaintiff is Brian P. Rees, residing at 445 Meadow Drive, Camp
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Camp Hill,
The Defendant is Michelle R. Rees, residing at 445 Meadow Drive,
PA.
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Plaintiff seeks custody of the following child:
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Melissa R. Rees
445 Meadow Drive. Camp Hill, PA 5
The child was not born out of wtdlock.
The child is presently in the custody of Michelle R. Rees, who resides at 445
Meadow Drive, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania.
During the past tive years, the child has resided with the following pf.fSOns and
at the following addresses:
Persons Address ~
Brian & Michelle Rees, 1017 Brown Ave" Erie, PA
birth - 1/95
Brian & Michelle Rees. 992 Juniper Dr. Girard. PA
2/95- 2/97
Hrian & Michelle Rees. 445 Meadow Drive, Camp ~1iI1. PA
3/97- present
The mother of the child is Michelle R. Rees, currently residing at 445 Meadow
Drive, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania.
She is married,
The father of the child is Brian p, Rees, currently residing at 445 Meadow
Drive. Camp Hill, Pennsylvania.
He is married.
14. The relationship of plaintiff to the child is that of Father. The plaintiff
currently resides with the following persons:
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Relationship
None
15, The relationship of defendant to the child is that of Mother. The
defendant currently resides with the following persons:
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Relationship
None
16. Plaintiff has not participlited as a party or witness. or in another
capacity, in other litigation concerning the custody of the child in this or another court.
The court, term and number. and its relationship to this action is: None
Plaintiff has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the child
pendir.g in a cou~t of this Commonwealth. The c.ourt, term and number. and its
relationship to this action is: None
Plainliff docs not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who 11as
physical custody of the child or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect
to the child. The name and address of such person is: None
17. The best inlerest and permanent welfare of the child will be served by
granl:ng the relief requested because Mr. Rees, a.) is able to provide for and care for
the child, b.) seeks a continuing active roll in the child's life, c.) and that the child
has formed a relationship with him. d.) it is in the child's best inlerestthat custody be
awarded to Mr. Rees.
18. Each parenl whose parental rights to the child has not been terminated
and the person who has physical custody of the child have been named as parties to this
action. All other persons, named below, who are known to have or claim a right to
custody or vi~i~tion of the child will be given notice of the pendency of this action and
the right to intervene:
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Basis of Claim
None
WHEREFORE, plaintiff requests the court to grant custody of the child,
Respectfully submitted,
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William L. Grubb, Esquire
J.D. # 72661
3105 Old Gettysburg Road
Camp Hill, PA 17011
(717) 763-5580
Attorney for Plaintiff
Date: 11.)1 '2 ~/Cf1
VERIFICATION
I. BRIAN P. REES. verify that the statements made in this document are true
and correct. I understand that false statements herein are made subject to penalties of
18 Pa. C.S. A 4904. relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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Brian P. Rees. Plaintiff
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, WILLIAM L. GRUBB. Esquire. certify that I have served a copy of Ulf~
foregoing document on the individual listed below by depositing the same in the United
States Mail. Certified. Restricted Delivery. First Class, postage prepaid. at Carlisle.
Pennsylvania:
Michelle R. Rees
445 Meadow Drive
Camp Hill. PA 17011
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William L. Grubb, Esquire
3105 Old Gettysburg Road
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
BR rAN P. REES.
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NO. 97-6036
MICHELLE R. RE~S,
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - IN DIVURCE
APrIDAVIT or CONSENT
1. A complaint in divorce under ~ 3301(c) of the Divorce Code
was filed on October 30, 1997.
2. The marriage of plaintiff and defendant is irretrievably
broken and ninety (90) days have elapsed from the date of filing the
complaint 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 understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony,
division of property, lawyer's fees or expenses if 1 do not claim them
before a divorce is granted.
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. ~ 4904 relating to unsworn falsifica-
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
BRIAN P. REES,
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NO. 97-6036
MICHELLE R. REES,
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN DIVORCE
WAIVIR OP NOTICI OP INTINTION TO RBQUBST INTRY
OP DIVORCB DBCRIB UNDBR I 3301(0) OP THE DIVORCB COOS
1. I consent to the entry cf a final decree of divorce without
notice.
2. I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony,
division of property, lawyer's fees or expenses if I 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 tl.at 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. ~ 4904 relating to unsworn ialsifica-
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BRIAN P. REBS, I IN THB COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff I CUMBBRLAND COUNTY, PBNNSYLVANIA
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Oefendant I
JUrS1fl:R lUfD COUNTER CLAIM
JUrD .ON, comea the Defendant, by and through her attorney.,
Stone LaFaver , Stone, and files the following Answer and Counter-
claim, averring as follows:
ANSHER
COUNT I -
COMPLAINT UNDER SECTION 3301 (C) OR
3301 (D) or THE DIVORCE CODE
1. Denied. Plaintiff moved out of the marital residence on
October 13, 1997, thereby abandoning both his wife and hi. child.
2. Admitted.
3. Admitted.
4. Admitted.
5. Admitted.
6. Admitted.
7. Admitted.
8. Admitted.
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WBBREPQRE, Defendant prays that a Decree be entered divorcing the
said Defendant, Michelle R. Rees, and the Plaintiff, Brian P. Rees,
from the bounds of matrimony heretofore contracted between them.
COUNT II -
COMPLAINT POR CUSTODY
10. Responses to Paragraph one (1) through nine (9) are incorpo-
rated by reference as if set forth at length herein.
11. Denied. Plaintiff moved out of the marital residence on
October 13, 1997, thereby abandoning both his wife and his child.
Plaintiff is now residing in Hanover with his new girlfriend, and
receiving mail at a Post Office Box in Hanover.
12. Admitted.
13. Neither admitted nor denied. Plaintiff is seeking custody
through his complaint; however, Defendant is counterclaiming that she
is the appropriate parent to which majority physical cus~ody should be
awarded. I~ is admitted that the child currently resides with the
Defendant at the marital residence, and that the listed past addresses
are accurate.
It is denied that the Plaintiff currently resides with the
Defendant. Plaintiff effectively abandoned the Defendant on October
13, 1997, when he left the marital residence to go live with his
girlfriend in Hanover.
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14. Denied. Plaintiff currently re.ide. in Hanover with hi. new
girlfriend. Plaintiff currently receive. mail at a po.t Office box in
Hanover, PA.
15. Admitted. Defendant and the child live at the marital
re.idence.
16. Admitted.
17. Denied. The best interests of the child would be to allow
the child to remain in the custody of the Defendant/Mother, and to
allow the Plaintiff liberal visitation rights.
lB. Admitted.
WHBREFORE, Defendant requests your Honorable COurt to grant
majority physi~al custody to the Defendant, subject to Plaintiff's
minority phy~ical custody rights of the minor child.
COUNTERCLAIM
COUNT III -
Reque.t for a Fault Divorce Under
5 3301(a)(2) of the Divorce Code
19. Paragraphs one (1) through eighteen (lB) of this complaint
are incorporated herein as if fully set forth therein.
20. The Plaintiff has committed adultery during this marriage
and has admitted the same to the Defendant.
WHBREFORE, Defendant respectfully requests that the Court enter a
Decree of Divorce, pursuant to S 3301(a)(2) of the Divorce Code.
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COURT IV -
Reque.t for a Fault Divorce UDder
. 3301(a)(6) of the Divorc. Code
21. Paragraphs one (1) through twenty (20) are incorporated
herein as if fully set forth therein.
22. While the parties were domiciled within the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania, and through no fault of Defendant, the innocent and
injured spouse, the Plaintiff, in violation of the marriage vows and
the laws of the Commonwealth, has offersd such indignities to the
person of the Plaintiff as to render her condition intolerable and
life burdensome.
23. This action is not collusive, as defined by S 303 of the
Divorce Code.
24. Defendant has been advised of the availability of coun-
seling and that plaintiff or Defendant has the right to request the
Court to require the parties to participate in such counseling.
WBBRBFORB, Defendant respectfully requests that the Court enter a
Decree of Divorce, pursuant to S 3301(a)(6) of the Divorce Code.
COUNT IV -
Request for Equitable Distribution
of Marital Property under
S 3502(a) of the Divorce Code
25. Responses to Paragraphs one (1) through twenty-four (24) are
incorporated herein by reference as though set forth in full thereto.
26. Through the duration of this marriage, Defendant contributed
considerable time, effort and financial resources to the acquisition
of ~rital property, which the parties now possess.
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27. The Plaintiff and Defendant have acquired property both real
and personal during their marriage until the date of their separation.
28. The Plaintiff and Defendant have been unable to agree as to
an equitable distribution of said property.
WHEREPORE, Defendant prays for the entry of an order distributing
all the aforementioned property real and personal as the Court may
deem equitable and just plus costs.
COUNT V - ALIMONY AND ALIMONY PENDENTE LITE, COUNSEL PEES,
COSTS AND EXPENSES
29. Responses to Paragraphs one (1) through twenty-eight (28)
are incorporated herein as if fully set forth therein.
30. The Defendant, Michelle R. Rees, requires reasonable support
and alimony to adequately maintain herself in accordance with the
standard of living established during the marriage.
31. The Defendant, Michelle R. Rees, requests the Court to allow
alimony and alimony pendente lite as it deems reasonable pursuant to S
3701 and S 3702 of the Pennsylvania Divorce Act.
WHEREFORE, the Defendant requests your Honorable Court to enter
and award of Alimony Pendente Lite, interim counsel fees, costs and
expenses, until final hearing and thereupon award such additional
counsel fees, costs and expenses as deemed appropriate.
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COUNT VI
COUNTIR COMPLAIRT FOR MAJORITY PHYSICAL CUSTODY
32. Responses to Paragraph one (1) through thirty-one (31) are
incorporated by reference as if fully set forth at length therein.
33. The Defendant seeks primary physical custody of MELISSA R.
REES, who is five (5) years old, having been born on January 6, 1992.
The child resides with her mother, the Defendant, Michelle R. Rees, at
445 Meadow Drive, Camp Hill, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, 17011.
The child was not born out of wedlock.
34. Defendant, Michelle R. Rees, is the biological mother of the
child, Melissa R. Rees.
35. The Defendant seeks shared legal custody of the child with
the Plaintiff.
36. The Defendant also seeks primary physical custody of the
child subject to the Plaintiff's minority visitation and physical
custody rights.
37. The child is presently in the custody of the Defendant,
since the Plaintiff abandoned them on October 13, 1997.
38. The best interest and permanent welfare of the child will be
served by granting the relief requested because;
(a) The child has resided with the Defendant/Mother since
birth who has provided a continuous living and loving relationship
with the child;
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(b) The mother is able to provide a stable home and family
type environm~nt for the child allowing the child opportunity to epend
time with the child'. fatherl
(c) The mother has always been a stay at home Mother and
seeks to ccntinue that relationship with the child.
WBBRlFOKl, the Defendant prays upon thie Court to award the her
with primary physical custody and shared legal custody of ths minor
child.
Respectfully s~bmitted,
STONE LaFAVER , STONE
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Supr Ct. No.~60251~
4 Bridge Stre~, 1".0. Box E
ew Cumberland, ~A 17070
(717) 774-7435
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BRIAN p, REES.
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NO. 97-6036 CIVIL ACTION
MICHELLE R, REES,
Defendant
IN LA W - DIVORCE AND CUSTODY
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day of "J~'''~' 1998. upon re~eipt of the
Con~iliator's Report, it appearing that the parties have agreed to the terms and provisions of this
Order whi~h was di~tated in their presen~e and approved by them and their ~ounsel, it is hereby
ordered and directed as follows:
\, The parties shall share legal custody of thcir minor child, Melissa R,
Rees. d.o,b, January 2, 1992.
2, Mother shall have primary physical custody of the minor child subject
to periods of partial custody and visitation with Father as follows:
A, Father shall have the child at least one weekend per month up
to a schedule that provides him with every other weekend. The times
and dates that he intends to exercise these periods of visitation shall be
agreed upon by the parties.
3, The parties shall evenly share the following holidays: Easter.
Christmas, and Thanksgiving, The parties will agree upon the times at which the
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BRIAN P. REES.
Plaintiff
NO, 97-6036 CIVIL ACTION
MICHELLE R, REES,
Defendant
IN LAW. DIVORCE AND CUSTODY
JUDGE PREVIOUSLY ASSIGNED: None
CIJSTODY CONCILIATION CONFERENCE SIJMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERl.AND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915,3-8(b). the undcrsigncd Custody Conciliator submits the following r<:port:
1. The pertinent information conccming the child(ren) who is(arel the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME
BIRTHDATE
CURRENTLY\N
CUSTODY OF
Melissa R, Rees
January 6, 1992
Defendant
2. A Conciliation Confercnce was held on January 8, \998. and the following individuals
were present: the Plaintiff and his attorney, William L. Grubb, Esquire; the Defendant appeared
with hcr attorney, Elizabeth B. Stone. Esquire.
3. Items resolved by agreement: Scc attachcd Ordcr,
4. Issues yet to be resolvcd: Sce attachcd Ordcr,
5, The PlaintilTs position on custody is as follows: See attached Order,
6, The Defendant's position on custody is as follows: See attached Order,
7. Need for separate counsel to rl'present child(ren): Ncither party requested,
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
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MICHELLE R. SCHUYLER
CUSTODYNISIT A TION
ORDER
AND NOW, , upon consideration oflhe attached petition. it is
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conference. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary
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FOR THE COURT,
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The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with
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reasonable accommodations available to disabled individuals having business before the court,
please contact our office. All arrangements must be made at least 72 hours prior to any
hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled conference or hearing,
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF
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Hanover, Pennsylvania.
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Since the entry of the order, Melissa R. Rees and her mother, Michelle Schuyler
(formerly Michelle Rees), have relocated to 1055 West 24'" St" Erie, Pennsylvania.
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a. Melissa is having significant conflicts with her mother; and,
b. Melissa's mother has voluntarily quit her job and is un.::mployed; and,
c. Melissa's mother ha.~ taken to excessive drinking of alcoholic beverages; and.
d. Melissa has a strongly held desire to return to the Hanover, Pennsylvania, area
to be closer to her father and friends.
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CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICIIELLE R. SCHUYLER
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CUSTODY
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BRIAN P. REES
No. 97-6036
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CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHELLE R. SCHUYLER
CUSTODYNISIT ATION
PETITION FOR MODIFICATION OF CUSTODY
1. The petition of Brian P. Rees respectfully represents that on January 22, 1998, an
Order of Court was entered for custody of Melissa R. Rees, date of birth January 6,
1992, a true and correct copy of which is attached.
2. Since the entry of the order, Petitioner has relocated to 119 Little John Court,
Hanover, Pennsylvania.
3. Since the entry of the order, Melissa R. Rees and her mother, Michelle Schuyler
(formerly Michelle Rees), have relocated to 1055 West 24th St., Erie, Pennsylvania.
4. This Order should be modified because:
a. Melissa is having significant conflicts with her mother; and,
b. Melissa's mother has voluntarily quit her job and is unemployed; and,
c. Melissa's mother has taken to excessive drinking of alcoholic beverages; and,
d. Melissa has a strongly held desire to return to the Hanover, Pennsylvania, area
to be closer to her father and friends.
5. Melissa R Rees is currently in the physical custody ofthe Petitioner.
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of circumstances warranting a modification of the existing order.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that the Court moduy the existing Order for
Custody because it will be in the best interest of the child.
Date:
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MICHELLE R, SCHUYLER
DEFENDANT
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW,
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it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Dllwn S. Sunday, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 39 West Main Street, Mechllnicsburll, PA 17055 on Wednesday, Aueus! 31,2005 at 11:30 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference, At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference, Failure to appear at the eonference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or pennanent order,
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing I~rotectlon from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearine,
FOR THE COURT,
By: /s/
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Custody Coneiliator
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with Disabilites Aet of 1990. For infonnation about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office, All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conferenee or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR A TTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
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MICHELLE R, SCHUYLER
DEFENDANT
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
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for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
ifthis eannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by tlle court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference, Failure to appear at the conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or pennanent order.
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32 South Bedford Street
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C1USTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
The undersigned hereby certifies that on this date a true and correet copy ofthe
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Michelle Schuyler
1055 W, 24th Street
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