HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-3027AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-30Q7 00 GFILrr?
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 the marriage, you may request marriage
counseling. A list of marriage counselors is available in the
Office of the Prothonotary at
CUMBERLAND COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1 COURTHOUSE SQUARE, CARLISLE,
PENNSYLVANIA 17013.
IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO 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.
YOUR 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, 4TH FLOOR
CUMBERLAND COUNTY COURTHOUSE
1 COURTHOUSE SQUARE
CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA 17013
TELEPHONE: 240-6200
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03 - 367 ?t? ?L?
CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN DIVORCE
COMPLAINT IN DIVORCE UNDER
SECTION 3301(c) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
AND NOW COMES the above-named Plaintiff, by Lori K.
Serratelli, Esquire and the law firm of SERRATELLI, SCHIFFMAN,
BROWN & CALHOON, P.C., and seeks to obtain a Decree in Divorce
from the above-named Defendant, upon the grounds hereinafter more
fully set forth:
COUNT I
DIVORCE
1. Plaintiff is Amy C. Keefer, who currently resides at 653
Diane Drive, Etters, York County, Pennsylvania 17319 since May
25, 2001.
2. Defendant is Michael P. Keefer, who currently resides at
189 Spanglers Mill Road, New Cumberland, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania 17070 since March 2, 2003.
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. The Plaintiff and Defendant were married on October 3,
1992, in York County, Pennsylvania
5. The Plaintiff has been advised of the availability of
counseling and that she may have the right to request that the
Court require the parties to participate in counseling.
6. There have been no prior actions of divorce or for
annulment between the parties.
7. The marriage is irretrievably broken.
8. The Defendant is not a member of the Armed Services of
the United States or any of its allies.
9. The Plaintiff and Defendant are both citizens of the
United States.
10. Plaintiff avers that there are two children of the
parties under the age of 18, namely Christopher A. Keefer, born
December 31, 1996; and Megan A. Keefer, born May 31, 2000.
WHEREFORE, the Plaintiff prays your Honorable Court to enter
a Decree in Divorce from the bonds of matrimony.
COUNT II
EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION
11. Paragraphs one through ten are hereby incorporated by
reference herein.
12. Plaintiff states that Plaintiff and Defendant possess
various items of both real and personal marital property which is
subject to equitable distribution by the court.
13. Plaintiff requests that this court grant equitable
distribution.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff prays that Your Honorable Court:
(a) Equitably distribute all property, personal and
real owned by the parties;
(b) Grant Plaintiff exclusive possession of the
marital residence;
(c) Grant such further relief as the Court may deem
equitable and just.
Respectfully submitted,
Lo K. gSerra?tell"1,Esquire
SERRATELLI, SCHIFFMAN,
BROWN & CALHOON, P.C.
2080 Linglestown Road
Suite 201
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 540-9170
ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statement made in the foregoing Complaint
in Divorce are true and correct. I understand that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of IS Pa.
C.S. Section 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to
authorities.
Date: ??
Amy Keefe
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AMY C. KEEFER
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 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 of other rights important to you, including the custody or visitation of your
children.
When the ground for the divorce is indignities or irretrievable breakdown of the
marriage, you may request marriage counseling. A list of marriage counselors is
available at the Office of the Prothonotary.
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.
Cumberland County Bar Association
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013
717-249-3166
AMY C. KEEFER IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
MICHAEL P. KEEFER CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant IN DIVORCE
ANSWER AND COUNTERCLAIM
TO COMPLAINT IN DIVORCE
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Michael P. Keefer, by and through his
attorney, Charles Rector, Esquire, and files the following Answer and Counterclaim to
Complaint in Divorce:
COUNT I - DIVORCE
1. Admitted.
2. Denied. Defendant resides at 186 Spanglers Mill Road, New
Cumberland, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, 17070.
3. Admitted.
4. Admitted.
5. Admitted.
6. Admitted.
7. Denied. Paragraph 7 constitutes a legal conclusion which requires no
answer and proof thereof is demanded and the same is deemed denied.
8. Admitted.
9. Admitted.
10. Admitted.
WHEREFORE, Defendant prays that your Honorable Court deny Plaintiffs
request for a Divorce Decree under Section 3301 (c) of the Divorce Code.
COUNT II - EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION
11. No answer required.
12. Admitted.
13. Admitted.
WHEREFORE, Defendant requests that the Court equitably distribute all
property, personal and real, owned by the parties and further deny Plaintiff's request for
exclusive possession of the marital home.
COUNTERCLAIM
COUNT/// -ADULTERY
14. The allegations of Paragraphs 1 through 13 are incorporated herein by
reference and made a part thereof.
15. Plaintiff has committed adultery.
16. This action is not collusive as defined by Section 3309 of the Divorce
Code.
WHEREFORE, Defendant requests your Honorable Court to enter a divorce
decree pursuant to Section 3301 (a)(2) of the Divorce Code.
COUNT IV - CUSTODY
17. The allegations of Paragraphs 1 through 16 are incorporated herein by
reference and made a part thereof.
18. Defendant is seeking primary physical custody of the minor children:
Christopher Allen Keefer (DOB 12/31/96) and Megan Andrea Keefer (DOB 5/31/00).
The children were not born out of wedlock.
The parties are currently enjoying a 50/50 shared custody arrangement.
During the past five years, the children have resided with the following persons
and at the following addresses:
a. 653 Diane Drive, Etters, PA with both parties.
b. 500 Mumper Lane, Dillsburg, PA with both parties.
19. The relationship of the Plaintiff to the children is that of Mother. To the
best of Defendants knowledge, the Plaintiff currently resides with no persons other than
the children.
20. The relationship of the Defendant to the children is that of Father. The
Defendant currently resides with his parents, John Keefer, Jr. and Shirley Keefer, and
the children.
21. Defendant has not participated as a party or witness, or in another
capacity, in other litigation concerning the custody of the children in this or another court.
Defendant has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the children
pending in a court of this Commonwealth.
Defendant does not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who has
physical custody of the children or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect
to the children.
22. The best interest and permanent welfare of the children will be served by
granting the Defendant primary physical custody.
WHEREFORE, Defendant requests the Court to grant him primary physical
custody of the minor children.
Date:
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1104 Fernwood Avenue, Ste. ZU3
Camp Hill, PA 17011
(717) 761-8101
Attorney for Plaintiff
I verify that the statements made herein 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.
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Michael P eefer
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AMY C. KEEFER IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. 03-3027 CIVIL ACTION LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Wednesday July 30, 2003 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Melissa P. Greevy Esq. the conciliator,
301 Market Street, Lemoyne, PA 17043 on Thursday, August 28, 2003 at 10:30 AM
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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
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 conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT.
By: /s/ Aaelissa P r evv Fsa
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites 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 ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY 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
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-31.66
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AND NOW,
attached Custody
follows:
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY. PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
this '4 day of September, 2003, upon consideration of the
Conciliation Summary Report, it is hereby ordered and directed as
1. Legal Custody. The parties, Amy C. Keefer and Michael P. Keefer, shall have
shared legal custody of the minor children, Christopher Allen Keefer, born December 31,
1996, and Megan Andrea Keefer, born May 31, 2000. Each parent shall have an equal
right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency
decisions affecting the children's general well-being including, but not limited to, all
decisions regarding their health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of Pa.C.S.
§5309, each parent shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to the children
including, but not limited to, medical, dental, religious or school records, the residence
address of the children and of the other parent. To the extent one parent has possession of
any such records or information, that parent shall be required to share the same, or copies
thereof, with the other parent within such reasonable time as to make the records and
information of reasonable use to the other parent. Both parents shall be entitled to full
participation in all educational and medical/treatment planning meetings and evaluations
with regard to the minor children. Each parent shall be entitled to full and complete
information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority and copies of any reports given
to them as parents including, but not limited to: medical records, birth certificates, school or
educational records, attendance records or report cards. Additionally, each parent shall be
entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with regard to school
pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical presentations, back-to-school
night, and the like.
2. Physical Custody. The parents will share physical custody of the children in
accordance with the following schedule:
A. The parties will alternate parenting weeks each Sunday to
commence August 31, 2003. Father will have the week commencing August
31, 2003. Mother will have the week commencing September 7, 2003.
Custodial exchanges will occur on Sundays at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise
agreed.
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B. In recognition of the children's ages, the parties will be flexible in
providing each other with periods of evening partial custody for the non-
custodial parent.
3. Transportation. The parent receiving custody will be responsible for providing
transportation incident to the custodial exchange.
4. Holidays.
A. Thanksgiving. Custody for Thanksgiving Day will alternate
between the parties with Mother having custody for Thanksgiving Day in odd-
numbered years and Father having custody for Thanksgiving Day in even-
numbered years.
B. Christmas. Custody for Christmas will be shared between the
parties on an alternating basis. Segment A shall be from December 24th at
8:00 p.m. until December 25th at 2:00 p.m. Segment B will be from December
25th at 2:00 p.m. until December 26th at 8:00 p.m. The parent with custody for
Segment B shall also be entitled to a period of partial custody on Christmas
Eve which shall end at 8:00 p.m. and begin after that parent is off work for
Christmas Eve. In odd-numbered years, Mother will have Segment A and
Father will have Segment B. In even-numbered years, Father will have
Segment A and Mother will have Segment B.
5. If within sixty (60) days of the date of this Order either party believes that the
Custody Conciliation Conference would need to reconvene to revisit the arrangements of
the physical custody plan, that request may be made by letter to the Conciliator.
BY THE COURT:
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Dist: on K. Serratelli, Esquire, 2080 Ling lestown Road, Suite 201, Harrisburg, PA 17110
,.Charles Rector, 1104 Fernwood Avenue, Suite 203, Camp Hill, PA 17011
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AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE
1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the children who are the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN THE CUSTODY OF
Christopher Allen Keefer December 31, 1996 Mother and Father
Megan Andrea Keefer May 31, 2000 Mother and Father
2. A Custody Conciliation Conference was held on August 28, 2003 following
Father's filing of a Counterclaim for Custody in the Divorce Complaint. Present for the
conference were: the Mother, Amy C. Keefer, and her counsel, Lori K. Serratelli, Esquire;
the Father, Michael P. Keefer, and his counsel, Charles Rector, Esquire.
3. The parties reached an agreement in the form of an as attached.
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Date Melissa Peel Greevy, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
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AMY C. KEEFER, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS IN
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. : NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
: CIVIL ACTION -LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant IN DIVORCE (CUSTODY)
PETITION TO MODIFY CUSTODY
AND NOW comes Petitioner/Plaintiff, Amy C. Keefer, by and through her attorney, Lori
K. Serratelli, Esquire, and the law firm of Serratelli, Schiffman, Brown & Calhoon, P.C., who
files this Petition to Modify Custody and avers as follows:
Petitioner/Plaintiff is Amy C. Keefer, an adult individual currently residing at
1100 Pines Road, Etters, York County, Pennsylvania 17315.
2. Respondent/Defendant is Michael P. Keefer, an adult individual currently residing
at 189 Spanglers Mill Road, New Cumberland, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17070.
Two children were born unto the parties, namely Christopher Allen Keefer, born
December 31, 1996; and Megan Andrea Keefer, born May 31, 2000.
4. On June 25, 2003, Petitioner/Plaintiff filed a Complaint in Divorce.
5. On July 11, 2003, Respondent/Defendant filed an Answer and Counterclaim to
Complaint in Divorce. Said Counterclaim contained a Count for custody.
6. On August 28, 2003, Custody Conciliation Conference was held before Melissa
Peel Greevy, Esquire, Custody Conciliator.
On August 29, 2003, the Custody Conciliator issued a Custody Conciliation
Summary Report.
8. On September 4, 2003, an Order of Court relative to custody was issued by the
Honorable Kevin A. Hess whereby the parties were granted shared legal custody and shared
physical custody of the parties' minor children.
9. On March 29, 2004, Petitioner/Plaintiff filed a Protection from Abuse action
against Respondent/Defendant due to Respondent/Defendant's threats of physical harm to
Petitioner/Plaintiff.
10. Respondent/Defendant has on several occasions told Petitioner/Plaintiff, in front
of the subject minor children, that he wished her dead. Respondent/Defendant has also told the
subject minor children their mother does not love them. Recently, on March 28, 2004, at 7:05
p.m. when Respondent/Defendant came to pick up the children, he stated in front of the children
that Petitioner/Plaintiffs only way out, if she does not reconcile, is in a casket. Further, he stated
he had her in the sight of a scope of a gun.
11. Respondent/Defendant does not have the children's best interest in mind and is
causing the children undue emotional stress.
12. Petitioner/Plaintiff is seeking primary physical custody and shared legal custody
of the subject minor children and that Respondent/Defendant be ordered to take a parent
counseling course.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner/Plaintiff prays this Honorable Court award Petitioner/Plaintiff
primary physical custody and shared legal custody of the children, with periods of partial
custody/visitation to Respondent/Defendant, and order Respondent/Defendant to take a parent
counseling course.
Respectfully submitted,
Lo K. erratelli, Esquire
Attorney ID No. 27426
SERRATELLI, SCHIFFMAN,
BROWN & CALHOON, P.C.
2080 Linglestown Road
Suite 201
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 540-9170
Attorney for Petitioner/Plaintiff
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in the foregoing document 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
unworn falsification to authorities.
Date: - -Q 1
Amy C eefer
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Lori K. Serratelli, Esquire, do hereby certify that on this 12s' day of May 2004,1
served a copy of the foregoing document by United States Mail, First Class, postage pre-paid, to
the following person(s):
Charles Rector, Esquire
1104 Femwood Avenue
Suite 203
Camp Hill, PA 17011-6912
. Sen-atelli, squire
SERRATELLI, SCHIFFMAN,
BROWN & CALHOON, P.C.
2080 Linglestown Road
Suite 201
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 540-9170
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AMY C. KEEFER IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. 03-3027 CIVIL ACTION LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Thursday. May 27 2004 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Melissa P. Greew, Esq. the conciliator,
Thursday, July 01, 2004 at 10:30 AM
at 301 Market Street Lemoyne, PA 17043 on
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 conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: Melissa "'
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the
Americans with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities an contact our office.
accommodations available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please
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 ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY 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
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
HESS, J. --
TEMPORARY ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 25 day of June, 2004, upon consideration of the attached
Custody Conciliation Summary Report, it is hereby ordered and directed as follows:
1. Leaal Custody. The parties, Amy C. Keefer and Michael P. Keefer, shall have
shared legal custody of the minor children, Christopher Allen Keefer, born December 31,
1996, and Megan Andrea Keefer, born May 31, 2000. Each parent shall have an equal
right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency
decisions affecting the children's general well-being including, but not limited to, all
decisions regarding their health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of Pa.C.S.
§5309, each parent shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to the children
including, but not limited to, medical, dental, religious or school records, the residence
address of the children and of the other parent. To the extent one parent has possession of
any such records or information, that parent shall be required to share the same, or copies
thereof, with the other parent within such reasonable time as to make the records and
information of reasonable use to the other parent. Both parents shall be entitled to full
participation in all educational and medical/treatment planning meetings and evaluations
with regard to the minor children. Each parent shall be entitled to full and complete
information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority and copies of any reports given
to them as parents including, but not limited to: medical records, birth certificates, school or
educational records, attendance records or report cards. Additionally, each parent shall be
entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with regard to school
pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical presentations, back-to-school
night, and the like.
2. Physical Custody. The parents will share physical custody of the children in
accordance with the following schedule:
A. The parties will alternate parenting weeks each Sunday at 7:00
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B. In recognition of the children's ages, the parties will be flexible in
providing each other with periods of evening partial custody for the non-
custodial parent.
3. Transportation. The parent receiving custody will be responsible for providing
transportation incident to the custodial exchange.
4. Holidays. The following holiday schedule will supersede the regular schedule.
A. Thanksgiving. Custody for Thanksgiving Day will alternate
between the parties with Mother having custody for Thanksgiving Day in odd-
numbered years and Father having custody for Thanksgiving Day in even-
numbered years.
B. Christmas. Custody for Christmas will be shared between the
parties on an alternating basis. Segment A shall be from December 24th at
8:00 p.m. until December 25th at 2:00 p.m. Segment. B will be from December
25th at 2:00 p.m. until December 26th at 8:00 p.m. The parent with custody for
Segment B shall also be entitled to a period of partial custody on Christmas
Eve which shall end at 8:00 p.m. and begin after that parent is off work for
Christmas Eve. In odd-numbered years, Mother will have Segment A and
Father will have Segment B. In even-numbered years, Father will have
Segment A and Mother will have Segment B.
C. Independence Day and Labor Day. Father will have custody for
Independence Day 2004. Mother will have custody for Labor Day 2004.
D. Mother's Day / Father's Day. Mother will have custody for
Mother's Day. Father will have custody for Father's Day. The custodial
periods for these days are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
E. In the event that a Monday holiday follows a parent's custodial
weekend, that parent's custodial weekend will continue until 7:00 p.m. on
Monday.
5. Joyce A. Hechler, the maternal grandmother, shall be the contact person and
intermediary for the parties' communication regarding custody. All custodial exchanges
shall occur at the home of the maternal grandmother.
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6. Vacation. Father shall have custody for purposes of Summer vacation for the
period from August 21, 2004 through August 27, 2004. Mother shall have custody for a
seven (7) day period during the Summer 2004 not to include the period of August 21, 2004
through August 27, 2004. Mother will provide Father with fifteen (15) days notice of her
intended vacation plans. Additionally, the vacationing parent shall provide a telephone
number and location where they can be reached during the vacation.
7. The parties shall submit themselves and their minor children to an
independent custody evaluation to be performed by Dr. Arnold Shienvold. The parties shall
sign all necessary releases and authorizations for the evaluator to obtain medical and
psychological information pertaining to the parties. Additionally, the parties shall extend
their full cooperation in completing this evaluation in a timely fashion and in the scheduling
of appointments. Mother shall initially bear the cost of the evaluation. However, Mother
reserves the right to seek contribution from Father regarding the cost of the evaluation at
the time of the custody trial.
8. The Custody Conciliation Conference may reconvene upon a letter request by
counsel for either party if the request is made within ten (10) days of the receipt of the
custody evaluation report.
g. The Cumberland County Court of Common Pleas shall retain jurisdiction of
this custody matter.
Dist: Lori K. Serratelli, Esquire, 2080 Linglestown Road, Suite 201, Harrisburg, PA 17110 „,,; ?yN y Q,NL
Charles A. Rector, Esquire, 1104 Femwood Avenue, Suite 203, Camp Hill, PA 17011
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BY THE COURT:
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE
1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the children who are the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN THE CUSTODY OF
Christopher Allen Keefer December 31, 1996 Mother and Father
Megan Andrea Keefer May 31, 2000 Mother and Father
2. The parties' second Custody Conciliation Conference was held June 15, 2004
following Mother's Petition to Modify Custody filed on May 7, 2004. Present for the
conference were: the Mother, Amy C. Keefer, and her counsel, Lori K. Serratelli, Esquire;
the Father, Michael P. Keefer, and his counsel, Charles A. [Rector, Esquire.
3. There is presently a PFA Order in York County docketed to No. 2004-FC-
000628-Y12.
4. The parties reached an agreement in t or )of an Order as attached.
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Custody Conciliator
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Petitioner
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
V. IN CUSTODY
'MICHAEL P. KEEFER, NO. 03-3027
Respondent
NOTICE
r have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the following
es, you must take action within twenty (20) days after this complaint and notice are served, by
;ring a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with the court your
crises or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned that if you fail to do so
case may proceed without you and a j udgment may be entered against you by the court without
her notice for any money claimed in the complaint or for any other claim or relief requested by
plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you.
OU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE
LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH
FLOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-3166
NOTICIA
Le ban demandado a usted en la corte. Si usted quiere defenderse de estas demandas
expuestas en las paginas siguientes, usted tiene viente (20) dias de plazo al partir de la fecha de la
demanda y la notification. Usted debe presentar una apariencia escrita o en persona o per abogado
y archivar en la corte en forma escrita sus defensas o sus objeciones a las demandas en contra de su
persona. Sea avisado que si usted no se defiende, la corte tomara medidas y puede entrar una Orden
contra usted sin previo aviso o notification ypor cualguier queja o alivio que es pedido en lapeticion
de demanda. Usted puede perder dinero o sus propiendades o otros derechos importantes para usted.
LEVE ESTA DEMANDAA UN ABOGADO IMMEDIATAMENTE. SI NO TIENE ABOGADO
S I NO TIENE EL DINERO SOFICIENTE DE PAGAR TAL SERVICO, V AYA EN PERS ONAL
LLAME POR TELEFONO A LA OFICINA CUYA DIRECCION SE ENCUENTRA ESCRITA
BAJO PARA AVERIGUAR DONDE SE PUEDE CONSEGUIR ASISTENCIA LEGAL.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-3166
KNIGHT & ASSOCIATES, P.
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M. Shultz, squire
Attorney ID No. 90946
11 Roadway Drive, Suite B
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-5373
Attorneys for Petitioner
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Respondent
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
V. IN CUSTODY
MICHAEL P. KEEFER, NO. 03-3027
Petitioner
PETITION TO MODIFY CUSTODY
AND NOW, this V day of , 2005, comes the Petitioner, Amy C. Keefer, by
land through her attorneys, Knight & Associates, P.C., and files the following Petition to Modify
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(Custody and in support thereof avers as follows:
1. The Petitioner is Amy C. Keefer, an adult individual residing at 355 Hemlock Lane,
Etters, Pennsylvania 17319.
2. The Respondent is Michael P. Keefer, an adult individual residing at 186 Spanglers
Mill Road, New Cumberland, Pennsylvania 17070.
3. Petitioner seeks a modification of the Order of Court dated June 25, 2004, a copy of
which is attached hereto and made a part hereof and is marked as Exhibit "A."
4. The Parties are the natural parents of the following minor children:
ame Present Residence Age
Christopher Allen Keefer 355 Hemlock Lane, Etters, PA 17319 8
186 Spanglers Mill Road
New Cumberland, PA 17070
Megan Andrea Keefer 355 Hemlock Lane, Etters, PA 17319 4
186 Spanglers Mill Road
New Cumberland, PA 17070
Said children were not born out of wedlock.
The children are presently in the shared physical custody of the Petitioner and the
Respondent.
In addition to Petitioner's and Respondent's present addresses, during the past five years, the
:, children have resided with the following persons at the following addresses:
a. From May 25, 2001 to July, 2003 with the parties at 653 Diane Drive, Etters,
Pennsylvania;
b. From July 2003 to February 2004 with the Petitioner at 1447 Hillcrest Court,
306, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania; and
C. From February 2004 to end of July, 2004 with Petitioner at 1100 Pines Road,
Pennsylvania.
The mother of the children is the Petitioner, Amy C. Keefer, who resides at 355 Hemlock
Etters, Pennsylvania 17319.
The father ofthe children is the Respondent, Michael P. Keefer, who resides at 186 Spanglers
Road, New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.
5. The relationship of Petitioner to the children is that of mother. She is married to the
The Petitioner currently resides with the children and her boyfriend, Scott Whitebread.
6. The relationship of the Respondent to the children is that of father. He is married to
The Respondent currently resides with the children and his parents, John H. Keefer, Jr,
Shirley L. Keefer.
7. The Petitioner has previously participated in litigation concerning custody of the
children in this Court at the above-referenced docket. An Order of Court was entered
une 25, 2004. Said Order is cited in Paragraph 3 above and is attached hereto as Exhibit "A"
is incorporated by reference herein.
The Petitioner has no knowledge of any custody proceedings concerning the custody of the
children pending before this or any other Court.
The Petitioner does not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who has physical
i custody of the children or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to the children.
8. Petitioner requests the following changes be made to the June 25, 2004 Custody
Order:
a) Petitioner requests that the Order state that Respondent cannot remove the
ldren from Red Mill Elementary School for as long as at least one of the parties lives in the West
school district;
b) Petitioner requests that Respondent be ordered to ensure that the minor child,
, completes his homework when he is in the custody of the Respondent; and
C) Petitioner requests that Respondent pay for Christopher's school lunches or
him lunch when he is in the custody of the Respondent.
9. Each parent whose parental rights to the children have not been terminated and the
who has physical custody of the children have been named as parties to this action. There
no other persons who are known to have or claim a right to custody or visitation of the children.
10. The best interests and permanent welfare of the children will be met if the custody
is modified as requested because:
a) The Petitioner is a fit parent who can best take care of the children;
b) The Petitioner can provide the children with a home with adequate moral,
and physical surroundings as required to meet the childrens' needs;
c) The Petitioner is, and has always been, willing to accept custody of the
and
d) The Petitioner continues to exercise parental duties and responsibilities and
enjoys the love and affection of the children.
WHEREFORE, the Petitioner respectfully requests Your Honorable Court modify the
Custody Order dated June 25, 2004 as requested.
Respectfully submitted,
KNIGHT & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Attorney ID No. 90946
11 Roadway Drive, Suite B
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-5373
Attorneys for Petitioner
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VERIFICATION
I VERIFY that the statements set forth in the attached document are true and correct to
the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I understand that false statements herein are
made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. § 4904 relating to unsworn falsification to
authorities.
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AMY C, KEEFER,
Plaintiff
v.
MICHAEL P, KEEFER,
Defendant
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 08-3027 CIVIL. TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
HESS, J. --
T,MPORARY ORDER 2E COLIFff
AND NOW.,thz? day of June, 2004, upon consideration of the attached
Custody Concilis n Summary Report, It is hereby ordered and directed as follows:
t. LWI Custtodv. The parties, Amy C, Keefer and Michael P. Keefer, shall have
shared legal custridy of the minor children, Christopher Allen Keefer, born December 31,
1986, and Megan Andrea Keefer, bom May 31, 2000. Each parent shall have an equal
right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency
(decisions affectin; the children's general wellbeing Including, but not limited to, all
decisions regarding their health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terns of Pa.C.S,
15309, each parer it shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to the children
Including, but not limited to, medical, dental, religious or school records, the residence
9ddress of the ch8dren and of the other parent. To the extent one parent has possession of
ny such records or Information, that parent shall be required to share the same, or copies
eraof, with the other parent within such reasonable time as to make the records and
rmation of reasonable use to the other parent Both parents shall be entitled to full
articipation in all educational and madicei/treatment planning meetings and evaluations
Ith regard to thu minor children. Each parent shall be entitled to full and complete
rmation from a iy physician, dentist, teacher or authority and copies of any reports given
r them as parents including, but not limited to: medics( records, birth carMcates, school or
Fcht,)ani1 tional records, attendance records or report cards, Additionally, each parent shall be
td. to .receive copies of..any. notices which come from. school with regard to school
1s, exte nioular aWyMes, children's parties, musical presentations, back to-school
n the like_
2. ptA cal Custodv. The parents will share physical custody of the childmn in
uc}cordance with th a following schedule:
A. The parties will alternate parenting weeks each Sunday at 7:00
P.M.
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B. in recognition of the children's ages, the parties will be flexible in
providing each other With periods of evening partial custody for the non.
custodial parent.
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3. I=avo ati n, The parent receiving custody will be responsible for providing
transportation Inc; lent to the custodial exchange.
4. if„Qf)N§Wr The-following holiday schedule will supersede the regular schedule.
A. Thank@avving, Custody for Thanksgiving Day will aitemate
between th a parties with Mother having custody for Thanksgiving Day In odd-
numbered years and Father having custody for Thanksgiving Day in even-
numbered gears.
s. rhdstmas Custody for Christmas will be shared between the
parties on an alternating basis, Segment A shall be from December 240, at
9:00 p.m, until December 2501 at 2:00 p.m. Segment Swill be from December
250, at 2:OC p.m, until December 260, at 9:00 p.m, The parent with custody for
Segment 8 shall also be entitled to a period of partial custody on Christmas
Eve which shall end at 8:00 p.m. and begin after that parent is off work for
Christmas Eve, In odd-numbered years, Mother will have Segment A and
Father will have Segment 8, In even-numbered years, Father will have
Segment A and Mother will have Segment S.
C. independence Day and La or Qav. Father will have custody for
Independer ice Day 2004, Mother will have custody for labor Day 2004.
- " " - - " °D - ktath -Day ! -Father's Day. Mother will have custody for
Mother's Coy. Father will have custody for Father's Day. The custodial
periods for these days are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
E. In the event that a Monday holiday follows a parent's custodial
weekend, that parents custodial weekend will continue until 7:00 p.m. on
Monday.
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5. Joyco A. Hechler, the maternal grandmother, shall be the contact person and
intermediary for tie parties' communication regarding custody. All custodial exchanges
sh U occur at the home of the maternal grandmother.
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6. VM ion. Father shall have custody for purposes of Summer vacation for the
period from August 21, 2004 through August 27, 2004. Mother shall have custody for a
seven (7) day petod during the Summer 2004 not to include the period of August 21, 2004
through August 27, 2004. Mother will provide Father with fifteen (15) days notice of her
intended vacatior plans. Additionally, the vacationing parent shall provide a telephone
numberand location where they can be reached during the vacation,
7. The parties shall submit themselves and their minor children to an
Independent custody evaluation to be performed by Dr. Arnold Shienvold. The parties shall
sign all necessary releases and authorizations for the evaluator to obtain medical and
psychological Infc irrnation pertaining to the parties. Additionally, the parties shall extend
their full cooperat on In completing this evaluation In a timely fashion and In the scheduling
of appointments. Mother shall initially bear the cost of the evaluation, However, Mother
reserves the right to seek contribution from Father regarding the cost of the evaluation at
the time of the cut Itooy trial,
S. The Custody Conciliation Conference may reconvene upon a letter request by
counsel for elthel party If the request Is made within ten (10) days of the receipt of the
custody evaluation report.
9. The Cumberland County Court of Common Pleas shall retain jurisdiction of
this custody matte r.
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PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. 03-3027 CIVIL ACTION LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER
IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Friday May 06, 2005 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Melissa P. Greevy, Esq. the conciliator,
at DJ Manlove's, 1901 State St., Camp Hill, PA 17011 on _ Friday, June 10, 2005 at 9:00 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 conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: /s/ Melissa R Greevy, Esy.
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act 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 schedules
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORT] I BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717)249-3166
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Petitioner
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Respondent
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
INCUSTODY
NO. 03-3027
ACCEPTANCE OF SERVICE
P. 014
PAGE 14/14
1, Charles A. Rector, Esquire, accept service of the Petition to Modify Custody in the above-
captioned matter on behalf of the Respondent, Michael P. Keefer, and I certify that I am authorized
to do so.
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Attorney ID No, J I e6;j
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Defendant
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this z 1;' day of July, 2005, upon consideration of the Custody
Conciliation Summary Report, it is hereby ordered and directed as follows:
1. This court's order of June 25, 2004 shall remain in full force and effect.
2. Neither parent may withdraw the children from the West Shore School District
without the consent of the other parent or leave of court.
BY THE COURT:
A. Hess, J.
Dist: Sean M. Shultz, Esquire, 11 Roadway Drive, Suite B, Carlisle, PA 17013
Charles A. Rector, Esquire, 1104 Fernwood Avenue, Suite 203, Camp Hill, PA 17011
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AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE
1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the children who are the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN THE CUSTODY OF
Christopher Allen Keefer December 31, 1996 Mother
Megan Andrea Keefer May 31, 2000 Mother
2. Mother filed a Petition for Modification of Custody on May 2, 2005. A Custody
Conciliation Conference was held on July 7, 2005. Attending the Conference were: the
Mother, Amy C. Keefer, and her counsel, Sean M. Shultz, Esquire; the Father, Michael P.
Keefer, and his counsel, Charles A. Rector, Esquire. The p reached an agreement in
the form of an Order as attached.
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D e Melissa Peel Greevy, Esqui
Custody Conciliator
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
NO. 03-3027
IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA )
SS.
COUNTY OF )
A Complaint in divorce under Section 3301(c) ofthe Divorce Code was filed on June
25, 2003.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken and ninety days have
elapsed from the date of filing and service of the Complaint.
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 prior to a Divorce
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.
Date- ??'jR..,, 2008
Sworn to and subscribed before me this
day of , 2008.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff CIVIL ACTION - LAW
V. NO. 03-3027
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant IN DIVORCE
WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST ENTRY
OF A DIVORCE DECREE UNDER P301(C) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
I. I consent to the entry of 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 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
falsification to authorities.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 03-3027
IN DIVORCE
NOTICE TO DEFENDANT
If you wish to deny any of the statements set forth in this Affidavit, you must file
a counter-affidavit within twenty (20) days after this affidavit has been served on you or
the statements will be admitted.
PLAINTIFF'S AFFIDAVIT UNDER SECTION 3301(d)
OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. The parties to this action separated in March of 2003 and have continued
to live separate and apart from each other for a period of at least two years.
2. The marriage is irretrievably broken.
3. 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.
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.A.
Section 4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: f , 2008 (1, `
Amy C eefer
PlaintifTJ
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER, No. 03-3027
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
NOTICE
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take action within twenty (20) days after this complaint and notice are
served, by entering a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with the court
your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned that if you fail to do
so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you by the court without
further notice for any money claimed in the complaint or for any other claim or relief requested by
the plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you.
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
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-3166
NOTICIA
Le han demandado a usted en la corte. Si usted quiere defenderse de estas demandas
expuestas en las paginas siguientes, usted tiene viente (20) dias de plazo al partir de la fecha de la
demanda y la notificacion. Usted debe presentar una apariencia escrita o en persona o por abogado
y archivar en la corte en forma escrita sus defensas o sus objeciones a las demandas en contra de su
persona. Sea avisado que si usted no se defiende, la corte tomara medidas y puede entrar una orden
contra usted sin previo aviso o notificacion y por cualguier quej a o alivio que es pedido en la peticion
de demanda. Usted puede perder dinero o sus propiendades o otros derechos importantes para usted.
LLEV E ESTA DEMANDAA UN ABOGADO IMMEDIATAMENTE. SI NO TIENE ABOGADO
O SI NO TIENE EL DINERO SOFICIENTE DE PAGAR TAL SERVICO, VAYA EN PERSONAL
O LLAME POR TELEFONO A LA OFICINA CUYA DIRECCION SE ENCUENTRA ESCRITA
ABAJO PARA AVERIGUAR DONDE SE PUEDE CONSEGUIR ASISTENCIA LEGAL.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-3166
& ASSOCIA
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Attorney ID No. 90946
11 Roadway Drive, Suite B
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17015
(717) 249-5373
Attorneys for Petitioner
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER, No. 03-3027
Plaintiff
V. IN CUSTODY
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
PETITION TO MODIFY CUSTODY
AND NOW, this Zq rf'? day of June, 2008, comes the Petitioner, Amy C. Keefer, by and
through her attorneys, Knight & Associates, P.C., and files the following Petition to Modify Custody
and in support thereof avers as follows:
1. The Petitioner is Amy C. Keefer, an adult individual residing at 398 Big Spring Road,
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania 17070.
2. The Respondent is Michael P. Keefer, an adult individual residing at401 Lopax Road,
Apt. G2, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17112.
3. Petitioner seeks a modification of the Orders of Court dated June 25, 2004 and July
25, 2005, copies of which are attached hereto and made a part hereof and marked as Exhibit "A."
4. The parties are the natural parents of the following minor children:
Name
Present Residence Age
Christopher Allen Keefer (Christopher)
Megan Andrea Keefer (Megan)
398 Big Spring Road
New Cumberland, PA 17070 11
401 Lopax Rd., Apt. G2
Harrisburg, PA 17112
398 Big Spring Road
New Cumberland, PA 17070 8
401 Lopax Rd., Apt. G2
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Christopher and Megan were not born out of wedlock.
Christopher and Megan are presently in the shared physical custody of the Petitioner and the
Respondent with a week on/ week off rotation.
In addition to Petitioner's and Respondent's present addresses, during the past five years
Christopher and Megan have resided with the following persons and at the following addresses:
a. From June of 2003 to July of 2003 with the parties at 653 Diane Drive, Etters,
Pennsylvania;
b. From July 2003 to February 2004 with the Petitioner at 1447 Hillcrest Court,
Apt. 306, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania;
C. From July 2003 to August 2006 with Respondent and his parents, John H.
Keefer, Jr. and Shirley L. Keefer, at 186 Spanglers Mill Road, New Cumberland, Pennsylvania;
d. From February 2004 to the end of July 2004 with Petitioner at 1100 Pines
Road, Etters, Pennsylvania; and
e. From July 2004 to September 2006 with Petitioner, Petitioner's boyfriend,
Scott Whitebread, and his brother, Timmy, at 355 Hemlock Lane, Etters, Pennsylvania.
The mother of Christopher and Megan is the Petitioner, Amy C. Keefer, who resides at 398
Big Spring Road, New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.
The father of Christopher and Megan is the Respondent, Michael P. Keefer, who resides at
401 Lopax Rd., Apt. G2, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
5. The relationship of Petitioner to Christopher and Megan is that of mother. She is
married to the Respondent. Petitioner currently resides with Christopher, Megan and Scott
Whitebread.
6. The relationship of the Respondent to Christopher and Megan is that of father. He
is married to the Petitioner. Respondent currently resides with Christopher and Megan.
7. The Petitioner has previously participated in litigation concerning custody of the
above-named children in this Court at the above-referenced docket. An Order of Court was entered
on June25, 2004 and on July 25, 2005. Said Orders are cited in Paragraph 3 above and are attached
hereto as Exhibit "A" and by reference incorporated herein.
The Petitioner has no knowledge of any custody proceedings concerning the custody of
Christopher and Megan pending before this or any other Court.
The Petitioner does not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who has physical
custody of Christopher and Megan or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to them.
8. Respondent has told Christopher and Megan that Petitioner is a "whore" and that she
does not love them.
9. Respondent has threatened to harm Petitioner in the presence of Christopher and
Megan.
10. Respondent has told Christopher and Megan that he wants to slit Petitioner's throat
and watch her bleed and also to drive up into her front yard and shoot her.
11. Respondent has been charged with making terroristic threats in the presence of the
children.
12. Respondent does not ensure that Christopher and Megan complete their homework
when they are in Respondent's custody.
13. Respondent has not paid for Christopher and Megan's school lunches for three years.
14. Respondent does not show loving emotion toward Christopher and Megan or give
them moral support.
15. Christopher has expressed to Petitioner that he wishes he would die because of how
he is treated by Respondent.
16. Christopher and Megan do not discuss any problems or school functions with
Respondent because of his lack of involvement and dependability.
17. On February 12, 2008, Christopher testified against Respondent in Court regarding
criminal charges filed against Respondent for terroristic threats against Petitioner. Respondent then
punished Christopher for testifying against him.
18. Petitioner requests the following changes be made to the July 7, 2003 and October
23, 2003 Custody Order:
a) Petitioner requests sole legal custody of Christopher and Megan be awarded
to her;
b) Petitioner requests primary physical custody of Christopher and Megan; and
C) Petitioner requests that Respondent have periods of supervised visitation with
Christopher and Megan as follows:
1) Every other Saturday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.;
2) Father's Day from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.;
3) Christmas Day at 5:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on December 26; and
4) Such other times as the parties can mutually agree upon.
d) Respondent shall complete an anger management program and shall complete
a parenting program that addresses his volatile behavior regarding Petitioner;
e) Neither party shall make derogatory statements about the other.
19. Each parent whose parental rights to Christopher and Megan have not been terminated
and the person who has physical custody of Christopher and Megan have been named as parties to
this action. There are no other persons who are known to have or claim a right to custody or
visitation of Christopher and Megan.
20. The best interests and permanent welfare of Christopher and Megan will be met if the
custody order is modified as requested because:
a) The Petitioner is a fit parent who can take care of Christopher and Megan;
b) The Petitioner can provide Christopher and Megan with a home with adequate
moral, emotional and physical surroundings as required to meet their needs;
C) The Petitioner is, and has always been, willing to accept custody of
Christopher and Megan;
d) The Petitioner continues to exercise parental duties and responsibilities and
enjoys the love and affection of Christopher and Megan.
21. Respondent is represented by Charles Rector, Esquire in this matter. A copy of this
Petition was sent to Attorney Rector at 1104 Fernwood Avenue, Suite 203, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
17011.
WHEREFORE, the Petitioner respectfully requests Your Honorable Court modify the
Custody Orders dated June 25, 2004 and July 25, 2005 as requested.
Respectfully submitted,
HT & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Attorney ID No. 90946
11 Roadway Drive, Suite B
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17015
(717) 249-5373
Attorneys for Petitioner
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER, No. 03-3027
Plaintiff
V.
IN CUSTODY
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
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I verify that the statements made in the foregoing Petition to Modify are true and correct
to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I understand that false statements herein
are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C. S. Section 4904, relating to unworn falsification to
authorities.
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO, 03-3027 CIVIL. TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
HESS, J. --
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AND NOW this.. day of June, 2004, upon consideration of the attached
Custody ConcillaWn SummaryReport, it Is hereby ordered and directed as follows:
1. uaai Cud ¢y. The parties, Amy C, Keefer and Michael P. Keefer, ehail have
shared legal custc?dy of the minor children, Christopher Allen Keefer, bom December 31,
1996, and Megan Andrea Keefer, born May 31, 2000. Each parent shall have an equal
right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency
decisions aftectin; the children's general well-being Including, but not limited to, all
decisions regarding their health, education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of Ps.C.S,
18309, each parer it shall be entitled to all records and information pertaining to the children
Including, but not limited to, medical, dental, religious or school records, the residence
address of the children and of the other parent To the extent one parent has possession of
any such records or information, that parent shall be required to share the name, or copies
;hereof, with the ether parent within such reasonable tlmd as to make the recorft and
iWormation of reasonable use to the other parent. Both parents shall be entitled to full
participation in all educational and medical/treatment planning meetings and evaluations
1NM regard to tho minor children. Each parent shall be entitled to full and complete
Information from xiy physician, dentist, teacher or authority and copies of any reports given
In them as parents including, but not limited to: medical records, birth certificates, school or
educational records, attendance records or report cards, Additionally, each parent shall be
4nMed. to 4ecebm coplea of-any- notlow which come from, school with regard to school
pictures, extracurricular actlvldes, children's parties, musical presentations, back-to-school
alight, and the like.
2. EWcel CuAWy. The parents will share physical custody of the children in
rcccordance with the following schedule:
A. The parties will alternate parenting weeks each Sunday at 7:00
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B. In reoognition of the ohildren's ages, the parties will be flexible in
providing each other with periods of evening partial custody for the non•
custodial parent.
3. lWeaort tlQ0, The parent receiving custody will be responsible for providing
transportation Inc Ftentto the custodial exchange.
4.; Tha•following holiday schedule will supersede the regular schedule.
A. ThpnNggiving. Custody for Thanksgiving Day will alternate
between th s parties with Mother having custody for Thanksgiving bey in odd-
numbered years and Father having custody for Thanksgiving Day In even-
numbered gears.
S. dp . Custody for Christmas will be shared between the
parties on an afkemating basis, Segment A shall be from December 24th at
8:00 p.m. until December 25°1 at 2:00 p.m. Segment B will be from December
231' at 2:OC p.m. unt i December 261' at 8:00 p.m. The parent with custody for
Segment 8 shall also be entitled to a period of partial custody on Christmas
Eve which shall end at 8:00 p.m. and begin after that parent is off work for
Christmas Eve, In odd-numbered years, Mother will have Segment A and
Father will have Segment B, In even-numbered years, f=ather will have
Segment A and Mother will have Segment s.
C. Independence Day a La or tav. Father will have custody for
Independer ice Day 2004, Mother will have custody for Labor Day 2004.
-D:`"-~ h!91 -flay !-Fathers Dsv. Mather will have custody for
Mother's Day. Father will have custody for Father's Day. The custodial
periods for these days are from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 P.M.
E. In the event that a Monday holiday follows a parent's custodial
weekend, chat parent's custodial weekend will continue until 7:00 p.m. on
Monday.
6. Joyc s A. Hechler, the maternal grandmother, shall be the contact person and
intermediary for tie parties' communication regarding custody. All custodial exchanges
shall occur at the I tome of the matemel grandmother.
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6. Vw ion. Father shall have custody for purposes of Summer vacation for the
period from August 21, 2004 through August 27, 2004. Mother shall have custody for a
seven (7) day period during the Summer 2004 not to include the period of August 21, 2004
through August 27, 2004. Mother will provide Father with fifteen (15) days notice of her
intended vacator plans. Additionally, the vacationing parent shall provide a telephone
number and location where they can be reached during the vacation,
7. The parties shall submit themselves and their minor children to an
Independent custody evaluation to be performed by Dr. Arnold Shienvold. The parties shall
sign all necessary releases and authorizations for the evaluator to obtaln medical and
psychological Infc-rmation pertaining to the parties. Additionally, the parties shall extend
their full cooperat on In completing this evaluation In a timely fashion and In the scheduling
of appointments. Mother shall initially bear the cost of the evaluation, However, Mother
reserves the righi to seek contribution from Father regarding the cost of the evaluation at
the time of the cu: itody trial,
8, The Custody Conciliation Conference may reconvene upon a letter request by
counsel for elthei party if the request Is made within ten (10) days of the receipt of the
custody evaluation report.
9. The Cumberland County Court of Common Pleas shall retain jurisdiction of
this custody matte r.
BY THE COURT:
Kevin A, Hess, J.
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Chades A. Rac tor, Esquire, 1104 Femwood Avenue, Suite 203, Camp Hip, PA 17011
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
IN CUSTODY
Defendant
HESS, J.
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this -.2S d-' day of July, 2005, upon consideration of the Custody
Conciliation Summary Report, it is hereby ordered and directed as follows:
1. This court's order of June 25, 2004 shall remain in full force and effect.
2. Neither parent may withdraw the children from the West Shore School District
without the consent of the other parent or leave of court.
BY THE COURT:
Kevin A. Hess, J.
Dist: Sean M. Shultz, Esquire, 11 Roadway Drive, Suite B, Carlisle, PA 17013
Charles A. Rector, Esquire, 1104 Femwood Avenue, Suite 203, Camp Hill, PA 17011
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Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE
1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the children who are the subject of this
litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN THE CUSTODY OF
Christopher Allen Keefer December 31, 1996 Mother
Megan Andrea Keefer May 31, 2000 Mother
2. Mother filed a Petition for Modification of Custody on May 2, 2005. A Custody
Conciliation Conference was held on July 7, 2005. Attending the Conference were: the
Mother, Amy C. Keefer, and her counsel, Sean M. Shultz, Esquire; the Father, Michael P.
Keefer, and his counsel, Charles A. Rector, Esquire. The reached an agreement in
the form of an Order as ttached.
D e Melissa Peel Greevy, Esqui
Custody Conciliator
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER, No. 03-3027
Plaintiff
V. IN CUSTODY
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this Zqt'?` day of June, 2008, I, Sean M. Shultz, Esquire, hereby certify that I
have this day served the following with a copy of the foregoing Petition to Modify Custody by first
class, United States Mail, postage pre-paid, addressed as follows:
Charles Rector, Esquire
Law Offices of Charles Rector, Esquire, P.C.
1104 Femwood Avenue, Suite 203
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania 17011
Attorney for Respondent
Respectfully submitted,
KNIGHT & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Attorney I.D. No. 90946
11 Roadway Drive, Suite B
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17015
(717) 249-5373
Attorney for Petitioner
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PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
2003-3027 CIVIL ACTION LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER
IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Monday, June 30, 2008 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Jacqueline M. Verney, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at 8:30 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. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: Is/ ae ueline M. Verne Es q.
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites 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 ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY 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
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2003-3027 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
2008, upon
AND NOW, this %514f" day of Qjj
consideration of the attached Custody Concili ion port, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. A Hearing is scheduled in Court Room No. 7 , of the Cumberland
County Court House, on the .?41'4 day of , 2008, at 936
o'clock, A . M., at which time testimony will be taken. For purposes of this Hearing,
the Mother shall be deemed to be the moving party and shall proceed initially with
testimony. Counsel for each party shall file with the Court and opposing counsel a
Memorandum setting forth each party's position on custody, a list of witnesses who will
be expected to testify at the Hearing and a summary of the anticipated testimony of each
witness. These Memoranda shall be filed at least five days prior to the Hearing date.
2. Pending further Order of Court or agreement of the parties, the prior
Orders of Court dated June 25, 2004 and July 25, 2005 shall remain in full force and
effect with the following additions.
3. The parties shall cooperate with therapeutic family counseling with
Christopher. The parents shall participate as directed by the counselor. The counselor
shall be selected by the attorneys for the parties. Father is not responsible for any costs
associated with counseling.
4. During his weeks of physical custody, Father shall be responsible for
transporting Christopher to school on time and Megan to her latchkey program before
school. Father shall be financially responsible for the cost of the latchkey program.
Maternal grandmother shall pick up the children after school and Father will pick up the
children from Grandmother's after work.
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the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
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Diane Radcliff, Esquire, counsel for Father
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AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
PRIOR JUDGE: Kevin A. Hess, J.
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2003-3027 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Children who are the subject of
this litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Christopher Allen Keefer December 31, 1996 shared
Megan Andrea Keefer May 31, 2000 shared
2. A Conciliation Conference was held July 29, 2008 with the following
individuals in attendance: The Mother, Amy C. Keefer, with her counsel, Sean M. Shultz,
Esquire, and the Father, Michael P. Keefer, with his counsel, Diane Radcliff, Esquire.
3. The Honorable Kevin A. Hess previously entered Orders of Court dated
June 25, 2004 and July 25, 2005 providing for shared legal custody and shared physical
custody and that the children attend West Shore Schools.
4. Mother's position on custody is as follows: Mother seeks sole legal and
primary physical custody with Father having supervised visitation of the children.
Mother asserts that charges are pending against Father in Dauphin County for terrorist
threats based on Christopher telling his Mother that Father has told both children that
Father wants to slit Mother's throat and watch her bleed and to drive up to the front yard
and shoot Mother. Mother also alleges that Father does not assist in homework and does
not show affection toward the children.
5. Father's position on custody is as follows: Father seeks to maintain the
status quo. He denies the allegations of the criminal charges. Trial is set for August,
2008.
6. The Conciliator recommends an Order in the form as attached scheduling
a Hearing and maintaining the status quo with modifications that the parents agreed to. It
is expected that the Hearing will require one day.
2 -z?-0S ?A v Date Jac eline M. Verney, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
VS.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN DIVORCE
ACCEPTANCE OF SERVICE
I, Charles Rector, Esquire, attorney for the Defendant in
the above-captioned matter, hereby certify that on July 10, 2003 I
accepted service of the Complaint in Divorce filed June 25, 2003.
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Charles Rector, Esquire
1104 Fernwood Avenue
Suite 203
Camp Hill, PA 17011
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AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff CIVIL ACTION - LAW
V. NO. 03-3027
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant 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.
Code.
Ground for divorce: irretrievable breakdown under Section 3301 (d)(1) of the Divorce
2. Date and manner of service of the complaint: Service on Defendant's attorney of record,
Charles Rector, Esquire, on 01 03 . A copy of the Acceptance of Service is attached
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hereto.
3. Date of execution of the Plaintiff's affidavit required by §3301(d) of the Divorce code:
December 24, 2007.
4. Date of filing and service of the Plaintiff's affidavit upon the Respondent: Plaintiff's
Affidavit was filed June 4, 2008 and mailed to Defendant's attorney, Charles Rector, Esquire, by U.S.
certified, return receipt requested mail on June 9, 2008 and received on June 11, 2008. See copy of
Domestic Return Receipt attached hereto.
5. Related claims pending: None.
6. Date and manner of service of the Notice of Intention to File Praecipe to Transmit
Record, a copy of which is attached: Mailed to Defendant's attorney, Charles Rector, Esquire, by U.S.
certified, return receipt requested mail on July 2, 2008 and received on July 7, 2008. See copy of
Domestic Return Receipt attached hereto.
Date: 22, 2008
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Attorney I.D. No. 90946
11 Roadway Drive, Suite B
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17015
(717) 249-5373
Attorneys for Plaintiff
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Plaintiff
VS.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
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Charles Rector, Esquire
1104 Fernwood Avenue
Suite 203
Camp Hill, PA 17011
(717) 761-8101
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 03-3027
IN DIVORCE
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST ENTRY OF
DIVORCE DECREE
TO: MICHAEL P. KEEFER, Defendant
c/o Charles Rector, Esquire
Law Offices of Charles Rector, Esquire, P.C.
1104 Fernwood Avenue, Suite 203
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania 17011-6912
Amy C. Keefer, Plaintiff, intends to file with the court the attached Praecipe to Transmit
Record on or after July 25, 2008, requesting that a final decree in divorce be entered.
Respectfully submitted,
& ASSOCIATES. P.C.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 03-3027
IN DIVORCE
PRAECIPE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please withdraw the Equitable Distribution Count (Count II) in the Divorce Complaint filed
in the above-captioned matter on June 25, 2003.
Respectfully submitted,
KNIGHT & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Attorney ID No. 90946
11 Roadway Drive, Suite B
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17015
(717) 249-5373
Attorney for Plaintiff
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 03-3027
IN DIVORCE
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, thisZ(O?ay of August, 2008, I, Sean M. Shultz, Esquire, hereby certify that
I have this day served the following with a copy of the foregoing Praecipe by first class, United
States Mail, addressed as follows:
Charles Rector, Esquire
Law Offices of Charles Rector, Esquire, P.C.
1104 Fernwood Avenue, Suite 203
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania 17011-6912
Attorney for Defendant
Respectfully submitted,
KNIGHT & ASSOCIATES, P.C.
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Attorney I.D. No. 90946
11 Roadway Drive, Suite B
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-5373
Attorneys for Plaintiff
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
STATE OF PENNA.
AMY C. KEEFER.
Plaintiff
VERSUS
MICHAEL P. )E'ER,
N 0. 03-3027
Defendant
DECREE IN
DIVORCE
AND NOW, ?yokaL ?
DECREED THAT AMY C. KEEFER
2008, IT IS ORDERED AND
AND
MICHAEL P. E'ER
ARE DIVORCED FROM THE BONDS OF MATRIMONY.
, PLAINTIFF,
,DEFENDANT,
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;
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Petition to Withdraw as Legal Counsel
Prepared By:
Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire
3448 Trindte Road, Camp Hit[, PA 17011
Supreme Court ID # 32112
Phone: 717-737-0100 • Fax: 717-975-0697 • Email: dianeradcliff @comcast.net
Attorney for Defendant, Michael P. Keefer
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER, IN CUSTODY
Defendant
PETITION TO WITHDRAW AS LEGAL COUNSEL
AND NOW, this day of , 2008, comes the Petitioner, Diane G. Radcliff,
Esquire and files the above referenced Petition and represents that:
1. Your Petitioner is Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire an attorney duly authorized to practice law
in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and having a principal place of business located
at 3448 Trindle Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011. Petitioner is hereafter referred to as
"Attorney Radcliff".
2. Plaintiff is Amy C. Keefer and is currently represented by Sean M. Shultz, Esquire. Amy
C. Keefer is hereafter referred to as "Plaintiff"
3. Defendant is Michael P. Keefer and is currently represented by Attorney Radcliff.
Michael P. Keefer is hereafter referred to as "Defendant".
4. This is a Domestic Relations action including divorce and custody, the divorce portion
having been resolved by the entry of a decree in divorce on 9/3/08.
5. Since 7/10/03 Defendant has been represented by Charles Rector, Esquire, in these
proceedings including but not limited to representation in the 2004 and 2005 custody
proceedings and in finalizing the divorce in September, 2008.
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6. Attorney Rector has never withdrawn his appearance on behalf of Defendant in this case.
7. On or about 7/24/08, Attorney Radcliff was retained by Defendant for the sole purpose
of assisting him at the 7/29/08 Custody Conciliation Conference.
8. It was agreed by Attorney Radcliff and Defendant that after the Conciliation Defendant
would decide if he wanted Attorney Radcliff to represent him in any further custody
proceedings, and if so, a retainer fee was required to be paid by Defendant to Attorney
Radcliff.
9. Attorney Radcliff attended the 7/28/08 Custody Conciliation Conference with Defendant
and at that conference advised the Custody Conciliator and Plaintiff's counsel, Attorney
Shultz, that by attending the conference she was not officially entering her appearance
on behalf of the Defendant, just assisting him, and all notices and orders resulting from
the conference were to be sent directly to Defendant.
10. As the result of the 7/28/08 conciliation conference an Order dated 7/31/08 was entered
by the Honorable Kevin A. Hess, scheduling the case for hearing on 10/30/08.
11. The 7/31/08 Order references Attorney Radcliff as Defendant's attorney even though no
official entry of appearance was ever filed and Attorney Radcliff specifically advised the
Conciliator that she was not entering her appearance in this case.
12. Attorney Radcliff did not put that hearing date in her calendar since she had not been
retained by Defendant but rather sent a letter to him on 8/4/08 providing Defendant
with a copy of the 7/31/08 Order and advising him that if he wanted Attorney Radcliff
to represent him at the 10/30/08 hearing he would have to sign and return the enclosed
fee agreement and pay Attorney Radcliff the retainer fee referenced therein.
13. Attorney Radcliff has not heard from Defendant since she sent her 8/4/08 letter to him.
14. Defendant has not signed the fee agreement nor paid the required retainer.
15. Attorney Radcliff cannot attend the 10/30/08 hearing since she is scheduled to be out
of the country from 10/23/08 through 10/30/08.
16. Attorney Radcliff provided Plaintiff's Attorney with a copy of this Petition prior to filing
and Plaintiff's attorney has not responded to her.
17. Attorney Radcliff provided Defendant with a copy of this petition prior to filing and
Defendant has not responded.
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18. The only judge involved in this case is the Honorable Kevin A. Hess, who entered all of
the custody orders and entered the divorce decree in this case.
WHEREFORE, the Petitioner respectfully requests this Honorable Court to enter an Order
granting her leave to withdraw as legal counsel for Defendant, Michael P. Keefer.
Respectfully submitted,
,01 NE G. RA LIFF, ESQUIRE
e Road
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Phone: (717) 737-0100
Fax: (717) 975-0697
Supreme Court ID # 32112
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VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in the foregoing document are true and correct. I
understands that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S.
Section 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
FF, ESQUIRE
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this ,?day of JQ?
, 2008, I, DIANE G. RADCLIFF, ESQUIRE,
hereby certify that I have this day served a copy of the foregoing document upon the following
named person(s), by mailing same by first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
Michael P. Keefer
401 Lopax Road, Apt. G2
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(Defendant)
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Knight £t Associates
11 Roadway Drive • Suite B
Carlisle, PA 17013
(Attorney for Plaintiff)
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IANE DCLIFF, ESQUIRE
3448-Trrle Road
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Phone: (717) 737-0100
Fax: (717) 975-0697
Supreme Court ID # 32112
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
RULE TO SHOW CAUSE
AND NOW this ` daY of -r, 2008, upon consideration of the within Petition
a Rule is issued upon the Plaintiff, Amy C. Keefer, and the Defendant, Michael P. Keefer, to
show cause why Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire should not be granted leave to withdraw as legal
counsel for the Defendant, Michael P. Keefer.
Rule Returnable .d days after service.
JUDGE
D! tribution to:
torney for Plaintiff: Sean M. Shultz, Esquire, Knight 8 Associates, 11 Roadway Drive • Suite B, Carlisle, PA 17013
torney for Defendanane G. Radcliff, Esquire, 3448 Trindle Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011
efendant: Michael P. Keefer, 401 Lopax Road, Apt. G2, Harrisburg, PA 17112
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
V.
Plaintiff NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER, IN CUSTODY
Defendant
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, DIANE G. RADCLIFF, ESQUIRE, hereby certify that on October 2. 20089 I served a true and
correct copy ofthe Petition to Withdraw as legal Counsel, filed on October 1, 2008, upon Defendant
and upon Plaintiff's attorney, by mailing same by first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as
follows:
Michael P. Keefer
401 Lopax Road, Apt. G2
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(Defendant)
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Knight & Associates
11 Roadway Drive • Suite B
Carlisle, PA 17013
(Attorney for Plaintiff)
I further certify that on October 7.2008,1 served a true and correct copy of the Rule dated October
6, 2008 entered regarding the aforesaid Petition to Withdraw as legal Counsel upon Defendant and
upon Plaintiff's attorney, by mailing same by first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
Michael P. Keefer
401 Lopax Road, Apt. G2
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(Defendant)
s Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Knight & Associates
11 Roadway Drive • Suite B
Carlisle, PA 17013
(Attorney for Plaintiff)
True and correct copies of the cover letters for the aforesaid service are attached hereto and made
a part hereof.
G. RADCLIFF, E UIRE
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3448 Trindle Road, Camp'Hill, PA 1701
Phone: 717-737-0100
Fax: 717-975-0697
E-mail: dianeradcliffCcomcast.net
October 2, 2008
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Knight Ft Associates
11 Roadway Drive • Suite B
Carlisle, PA 17013
Michael P. Keefer
401 Lopax Road, Apt. G2
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Re: Amy C. Keefer vs. Michael P. Keefer
Cumberland County Custody No. 03-3027
Gentlemen
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Enclosed is a time stamped copy of the Petition to Withdraw filed with the Court on
October 1, 2008. A copy of the Order will be sent to you upon entry. Should Mr. Keefer
hire replacement counsel please advise me immediately. Please also note that I will be
out of the country on the scheduled hearing date.
Very truly yours,
DIANE G. RADCLIFF, ESQUIRE
DGR/dr
Enclosure(s):
Transmitted to Addressee by mail
cc: File 73-08-C s
Duplicate Duplicate Duplicate
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3448 Trindle Road, Camp Hill, PA 1701
Phone: 717-737-0100
Fax: 717-975-0697
E-mail: dianeradcliff@comcast.net
October 7, 2008
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Knight Et Associates
11 Roadway Drive • Suite B
Carlisle, PA 17013
Michael P. Keefer
401 Lopax Road, Apt. G2
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Re: Amy C. Keefer vs. Michael P. Keefer
Cumberland County Custody No. 03-3027
Gentlemen:
Enclosed is a time stamped copy of the Rule entered on October 6, 2008 on my Petition
to Withdraw as Legal Counsel. Should either of you not oppose this request I would
appreciate it if you would sign the enclosed "Consent" form and return it to my office
in the envelope provided. If both of you sign this Consent form, then I will ask the court
to enter an immediate order permitting my withdrawal.
Very truly yours,
DIANE G. RADCLIFF, ESQUIRE
DGR/dr
Enclosure(s):
10/6108 Rule
Consent Farm
Return Envelope
Transmitted to Addressees by mail
cc: File 73-08-C
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Motion to Make 10.6.08 Rule Absolute re Petition to Withdraw as Defendant's Legal Counsel
Prepared By:
Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire
3448 Trindle Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011
Supreme Court ID # 32112
Phone: 717-737-0100 • Fax: 717-975-0697 • Email: dianeradcliff @comcast.net
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER, IN CUSTODY
Defendant
MOTION FOR RULE ABSOLUTE RE PETITION TO WITHDRAW AS LEGAL COUNSEL
Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire, Attorney for Defendant, Michael P. Keefer, hereby moves this
Honorable Court to make the Rule entered on October 6, 2008 absolute and to grant Diane G.
Radcliff, Esquire leave to withdraw as legal counsel and attorney of record for Defendant, and
assigns the following reasons therefor:
1. On October 1, 2008, your Petitioner, Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire filed a Petition seeking
to withdraw as legal counsel for Defendant, Michael P. Keefer.
2. On October 2, 2008 Plaintiff served a true and correct copy of the Petition upon
Defendant, Michael P. Keefer, and upon Plaintiff's Attorney, Sean, M. Sultz, Esquire.
3. On October 6, 2008, this Honorable Court entered a Rule against the Respondents,
Defendant, Michael P. Keefer and Plaintiff, Amy C. Keefer, to show cause why the
requested relief should not be granted, which Rule was returnable twenty (20) days after
service.
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4. On October 7, 2008, The Petitioner, Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire, served a true and correct
copy of the Petition and Rule upon the Respondents.
5. The 20 day time period provided in the October 6, 2008 Rule expired on October 27,
2008.
6. More than twenty (20) days have elapsed since the Petition and Rule were served on the
Respondents.
7. No Answer to the Rule has been filed by the Respondent, Michael P. Keefer.
8. Plaintiff by her attorney has consented to the withdraw as evidenced by the consent
form attached hereto, marked Exhibit "A" and made a part hereof.
9. Since Respondent, Michael P. Keefer failed to file a timely answer to the Rule and
Plaintiff has consented to the withdrawal, this Court should make the Rule absolute and
grant Petitioner leave to withdraw as legal counsel for Defendant.
10. The only judge assigned to this case is the Honorable Kevin A. Hess.
11. Petitioner notified the parties of the intended filing of this motion on 10/27/08
Wherefore, Petitioner, Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire respectfully requests this Honorable Court
to make the Rule entered on October 6, 2008, absolute and grant her leave to withdraw as legal
counsel and attorney of record for Defendant, Michael P. Keefer.
Respectfully submitted,
;DIANE. G. RAD LIFF, ESQUIRE
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Fax: (717) 975-0697
Supreme Court ID # 32112
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this ern day of October, 2008, I, DIANE G. RADCLIFF, ESQUIRE, hereby certify that
I have this day served a copy of the foregoing document upon the following named person(s),
by mailing same by first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
Michael P. Keefer
401 Lopax Road, Apt. G2
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(Defendant)
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Knight Ft Associates
11 Roadway Drive • Suite B
Carlisle, PA 17013
(Attorney for Plaintiff)
)CLIFF, ESQUIR
Road
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Phone: (717) 737-0100
Fax: (717) 975-0697
Supreme Court ID # 32112
EXHIBIT "A"
Consent to Withdraw as Legal Counsel
Prepared By:
Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire
3448 Trindle Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011
Supreme Court ID # 32112
Phone: 717-737-0100 • Fax: 717-975-0697 • Email: dianeradcliff @comcast.net
Attorney for Defendant, Michael P. Keefer
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER, IN CUSTODY
Defendant
CONSENT TO THE WITHDRAWAL OF DIANE G. RADCLIFF, ESQUIRE
AS DEFENDANT'S LEGAL COUNSEL
1, Sean M. Shultz, Esquire, attorney for Plaintiff in the above captioned matter having been
served with a copy of the Petition to Withdraw as Legal Counsel and the Rule entered on that
Petition on October, 6, 2008, hereby consent to the withdrawal of Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire
as Defendant's legal counsel and authorize the Court to enter an Order granting Diane G.
Radcliff, Esquire leave to withdraw as Defendant's legal counsel.
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Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Knight Et Associates
11 Roadway Drive • Suite B
Carlisle, PA 17013
(Attorney for Plaintiff)
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
AMY C. KEEFER,
Plaintiff NO. 03-3027 CIVIL TERM
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHAEL P. KEEFER, IN CUSTODY
Defendant
ORDER
AND NOW this Z 5' day of O041 b v , 2008, there being no Answer filed to the Rule
entered on October 6, 2008, of Diane G. Radcliff Esquire to withdraw as legal counsel, upon
Motion of Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED AND DECREED that:
1. The Rule entered on October 6, 2008 on Diane G. Radcliff Esquire's Petition to Withdraw
as Legal Counsel is made absolute.
2. Diane G. Radcliff Esquire is hereby granted leave to withdrawal as legal counsel and
attorney of record for Defendant, Michael P. Keefer.
Distribution to:
? P itioner: Diane G. Radcliff, Esquire, 3448 Trindle Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011
Defendant: Michael P. Keefer, 401 Lopax Road, Apt. G2, Harrisburg, PA 17112
?torney for Plaintiff: Sean M. Shultz, Esquire, Knight Ft Associates, 11 Roadway Drive * Suite B, Carlisle, PA 17013 'eCL
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AMY C. KEEFER, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 03-3027 CIVIL
MICHAEL P. KEEFER,
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER
AND NOW, this day of November, 2008, after hearing, on agreement of the
parties as announced in open court and in their presence, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. Legal Custody. The parties, Amy C. Keefer and Michael P. Keefer, shall have shared
legal custody of the minor children, Christopher Allen Keefer, born December 31, 1996, and
Megan Andrea Keefer, born May 31, 2000. Each parent shall have an equal right, to be
exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency decisions affecting the
children's general well being including, but not limited to, all decisions regarding their health,
education and religion. Pursuant to the terms of Pa.C.S.A. 5309, each parent shall be entitled to
all records and information pertaining to the children including, but not limited to, medical,
dental, religious or school records, the residence address of the children and of the other parent.
To the extent one parent has possession of any such records or information, that parent shall be
required to share the same, or copies thereof, with the other parent within such reasonable time
as to make the records and information of reasonable use to the other parent. Both parents shall
be entitled to full participation in all educational and medical/treatment planning meetings and
evaluations with regard to the minor children. Each parent shall be entitled to full and complete
information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority and copies of any reports given to
them as parents including, but not limited to: medical records, birth certificates, school or
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educational records, attendance records or report cards. Additionally, each parent shall be
entitled to receive copies of any notices which come from school with regard to school pictures,
extracurricular activities, children's parties, musical presentations, back-to-school night, and the
like.
2. Physical Custody. The mother, Amy C. Keefer, shall have primary physical custody
of the children, Christopher and Megan, with periods of partial custody in the father, Michael P.
Keefer, as follows:
a. Beginning on November 7, 2008, the father shall have periods of partial physical
custody on alternating weekends from Friday at 5:00 p.m. until Sunday at 7:00 p.m. The
father's weekend shall extend to Monday at 5:00 p.m. if the children have a Monday
holiday from school.
b. The father shall have physical custody of the children for one week during the
summer vacation. The father shall give the mother written notice of same by May 30th of
each year.
c. The father shall have a period of partial physical custody on Father's Day from
9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Mother shall have physical custody on Mother's Day from 9:00
a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
d. The parties will alternate Thanksgiving Day with the mother having custody
for Thanksgiving Day in even-numbered years and the father having custody for
Thanksgiving Day in odd-numbered years.
e. Custody for Christmas will be shared between the parties on an alternating
basis. Segment A shall be from December 24th at 8:00 p.m. until December 25 th
at 2:00 p.m. Segment B shall be from December 25th at 2:00 p.m. until
December 26th at 8:00 p.m. The parent with custody during Segment B shall
also be entitled to a period of partial custody on Christmas Eve which shall
end at 8:00 p.m. and begin after that parent ends work for Christmas Eve. In
odd-numbered years mother shall have Segment A and father shall have
Segment B. In even-numbered years, father shall have Segment A and mother
shall have Segment B.
3. Neither party shall make derogatory statements regarding the other party while in the
presence of the children.
BY THE COURT,
Sean Shultz, Esquire
For the Plaintiff
'Michael P. Keefer, Pro Se
Defendant
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