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: IN TI IE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
EVELYN KNULL, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
PLAINTIFF : DOCKET No. 99-3998
VS.
CIVIL. ACTION- LAW
NEVIN KECKLER, _
DEFENDANT :.JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE, TO DEFEND
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 tiling in writing with t he 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 judgement 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 OITICE SET FORTH
BELOW TO FIND OUT WI4ERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Lawyer Referral Service
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
717-249-3166
NOTICIA
USTED HA SIDO DEMANDADO/A EN CORTE. Si usted desea defenderse de las demandas
que se presentan mas adelante en las siguientes paginas, debe tomar action dentro de los proximos veinte
(20) dias despues de la notification de esta Demanda y Aviso radicando personalmente o per medic, de
un abogado una comparecencia escrita y radicando en la Corte por escrito sus defensas de, y objeccioncs
a, las demandas presentadas aqui en contra suya. Se le advierte de que si usted falla de tomar action
cotno se describe anteriormente, el case puede proceder sin usted y un fallo por cualquier suns de dinero
reclamada en la demanda o cualquier otra reclamation o remedio solicitado por el demandante puede ser
dictado en contra suya per la Corte sin mas aviso adicional. Usted puede perder dinero o propiedad u
otros derechos importantes para usted.
USTED DEBE LLEVAR ESTE DOCUMENTO A SU ABOGADO INMEDIATAMENTE. SI
USTED NO TIENE UN ABOGADO 0 NO PUEDE PAGARLE A UNO, LLAME O VAYA A LA
SIGUIENTE OFICINA PARA AVERIGUAR DONDE PUEDE ENCONTRAR ASISTENCIA LEGAL.
Cumberland County Lawyer Referral Service
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
717-249-3166
EVELYN KNULL, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 99-3998
V.
CIVIL ACTION-LAW
NEVIN KECKLER,
Defendant
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
COMPLAINT
1. Evelyn Knull is an adult individual who resides at 1301 North 6th Street,
Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania 17102.
2. Nevin Keckler is an adult individual who resides at 339 Pitt Street, Enola,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17025.
3. Evelyn Knull rented an apartment from Bunker Hill Apartments in Camp Hill,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania in 1998.
4. Nevin Keckler worked for Bunker Hill Apartments in Camp Hill, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania in 1998.
5. Evelyn Knull met Defendant Keckler at the Bunker Hill Apartments rental office.
6. Evelyn Knull and Defendant Keckler entered into an oral contract, whereby
Defendant Keckler would use his van and move Evelyn Knull's personal belongings into her
apartment at Bunker Hill Apartments in Camp Hill on September 12, 1998, and Evelyn Knull
would pay Defendant Keckler'l'wo Hundred and Fifty ($250) Dollars.
As part of the contract, Defendant Keckler was to pay Brian Coates to help him
move Evelyn Knoll's personal belongings.
On September 12, 1998, Defendant Keckler and Mr. Coates loaded Defendant
Keckler's van and a trailer with Evelyn Knull's personal belongings.
9. Defendant Keckler drove his van and trailer to Evelyn Knoll's apartment.
10. Defendant Keckler and Mr. Coates unloaded Evelyn Knoll's personal belongings
from the trailer.
11. Defendant Keckler then stated that he had to leave for a brief period.
12. Evelyn Knoll paid Defendant Keckler Two Hundred ($200) Dollars of the Two
Hundred and Fifty ($250) owed on the oral contract.
13. Defendant Keckler never returned with Evelyn Knoll's personal belongings that
were in his van.
14. It is believed and therefore averred that the following list of items were owned by
Evelyn Knoll and were in Defendant Keckler's van:
Item Value
a. Double antique brass candelabra - $500 10
b. Large box of clothes - $600.01
C. Box of household and kitchen goods - $30000
d. Large box of wall paper - $100.00
e. Box of extension cords & light bulbs - $100.00
f. Pots, pans, and other dishes - $ 75.'0
9. Large box, Christmas lights & Cords -
h. Antique books -
i. Documents and other important papers -
j. Family and other pictures $ 50!'0
k. Book Case $200.`0
*11NA1111 TO ASSESS VALUE
15. None of Evelyn Knoll's personal belongings that were in Defendant Keckler's van
were returned to Evelyn Knull.
16. The value of the personal belongings in the van was approximately Two
Thousand ($2,000) Dollars. See paragraph 14.
Count 1 - Conversion
17. Paragraphs 1-16 are incorporated herein by referenced hereto.
18. It is believed and therefore averred that Nevin Keckler has either sold Evelyn
Knoll's personal belongings and is no longer in possession or has converted her belongings to his
own use.
19. Defendant Keekler's retention of Evelyn Knull's personal property equals a
wrongful conversion of her property.
WHEREFORE, Evelyn Knull prays for a judgment by this Honorable Court in
her favor and against Defendant Keckler in the amount of Two Thousand ($2,000) Dollars. This
amount does not exceed the jurisdictional amount required for arbitration.
Count 2 - Breach of Contract
20. Paragraphs 1-19 are incorporated herein by reference hereto.
21. The oral agreement between Evelyn Knoll and Defendant Keckler constituted an
oral contract.
22. By not delivering and unloading all of Evelyn Knull's personal property,
Defendant Keckler breached the contract.
23. Evelyn Knull has lost TWO Thousand ($2,000) Dollars as a direct result of
Defendant Keckler's breach of contract and loss of her property.
WHEREFORE, Evelyn Knull prays f'or a judgment by this Honorable Court in
her favor and against Defendant Keckler in the amount of Two Thousand ($2,000) Dollars. This
amount does not exceed the jurisdictional amount required for arbitration.
Respectfully submitted,
Aaron D. Hollis
Certified Legal Intern
Supervising Attorney
Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esq.
Sup. Ct. I.D. 18040
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel. (717) 541-0320
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
unswom falsification to authorities.
Date:
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EVELYN KNULL, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff
NO. 99-3998
V.
NEVIN KECKLER, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant
NOTICE TO PLEAD
TO: Evelyn Knull
C/O Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esquire
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
You are hereby notified to plead to the enclosed New Matter
within twenty (20) days from service hereof, or a default
judgment may be entered against you.
Date: J.:Z_oi SAIDIS, SHUFF, FLOWER & LINDSAY
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SAIDIS o
L. Hitchings, Esqu e
, FLOV*TER
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IN Supreme Ct. I.D. # 65551
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36 W. High Street Carlisle, PA 17013
Carlisle, PA (717) 243-6222
Attorney for Defendant
EVELYN KNULL, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff
NO. 99-3998
V.
NEVIN KECKLER, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant
ANSWER TO COMPLAINT
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Nevin Keckler, by and
through his attorneys, Saidis, Shuff, Flower & Lindsay, and
answers Plaintiff's Complaint as follows:
1. Admitted.
2. Admitted.
3. Admitted.
4. Admitted.
5. Admitted.
6. Admitted in part; denied in part. It is admitted
that the Plaintiff and Defendant agreed that the Defendant
would move Plaintiff's belongings from her residence in
Harrisburg to her apartment at Bunker Hill Apartments in Camp
Hill on September 12, 1998. It is denied that there was an
SAIDIS
SHUFF,FLOWER agreement that the Plaintiff would pay the Defendant $250.00.
& LINDSAY
ArIORMYS-Ar•twW
26 W. High Street It was discussed between the parties that the Plaintiff would
Carlisle, PA
pay the Defendant $250.00 if he used his own men to move
Plaintiff's belongings, which he did not do as he used a
friend of the Plaintiff's, Brian Coates, to help him move the
belongings. The personal belongings which the Plaintiff asked
Defendant to move included the larger items in her residence
including various pieces of furniture.
7. Denied. Plaintiff advised Defendant that she was
going to pay Brian Coates' $50.00 for him to help Defendant
move the Plaintiff's belongings.
8. Admitted.
9. Admitted.
10. Admitted. By way of further answer, Defendant also
unloaded Plaintiff's personal belongings from the van.
11. Admitted.
12. Denied. Plaintiff paid the Defendant $150.00, and
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA
advised the Defendant that she would pay Brian Coates
directly.
13. Denied. All personal belongings of the Plaintiff
which the Defendant moved, were removed from both the trailer
and the van.
14. Denied. It is specifically denied that the items
identified in paragraph 14 of Plaintiff's Complaint were ever
in the Defendant's van. By way of further answer, Defendant
has hired by Plaintiff to move the larger items in Plaintiff's
residence, including various pieces of furniture.
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15. Denied. See answer to paragraphs 13 and 14 above.
16. Denied. See answer to paragraphs 13 and 14 above.
Count I - Conversion
17. Paragraphs 1 through 16 of Defendant's Answer are
incorporated by reference as if the same were more fully set
forth at length herein.
18. Denied. As stated herein, all of the items
belonging to the Plaintiff which Defendant moved, were removed
from the trailer and van and placed in the Plaintiff's
apartment. As such, it is denied that the Defendant retained
possession, that he sold or converted any of Plaintiff's use.
19. The averments in paragraph 19 constitute conclusions
of law to which no responsive pleading is required. To the
extent that the averments are deemed factual in nature, the
same are denied and strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Nevin Keckler, demands judgment in
SAIDIS
SHUFR FLOWER
& LINDSAY
ANXNEYS•AMAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA
his favor and against the Plaintiff upon her Complaint.
Count II - Breach of Contract
20. Paragraphs 1 through 19 of Defendant's Answer are
incorporated by reference as if the same were more fully set
forth at length herein.
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21. The averments in paragraph 21 constitute conclusions
of law to which no responsive pleading is required. To the
extent that the averments are deemed actual in nature, the
same are denied and strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
22. The averments in paragraph 22 constitute conclusions
of law to which no responsive pleading is required. To the
extent that the averments are deemed actual in nature, the
same are denied and strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
23. Denied. It is denied that Defendant Keckler
breached any contract with the Plaintiff, or that he is
responsible or in any way liable as a result of her alleged
loss of property.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Nevin Keckler, demands judgment in
his favor and against the Plaintiff upon her Complaint.
NEW MATTER
1. Plaintiff has failed to set forth a cause of action
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
AT17ORNEYS•AP AW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA
upon which a relief may be granted against the Defendant.
2. As this claim seeks liquidated damages in the amount
of $2,000.00, which amount is less than the jurisdictional
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amount required for arbitration, Plaintiff's demand for jury
trial is inappropriate and must be stricken.
3. Plaintiff, in the past, has made unfounded
allegations of theft against the Defendant on numerous
occasions, all of which have proven to be untrue.
4. It is believed and therefore averred that as a result
of her advanced age, the Plaintiff may suffer from dementia,
which causes her to be confused and forget where she has
placed items of her property.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Nevin Keckler, demands judgment in
his favor and against Plaintiff, Evelyn Knull.
Respectfully submitted,
SAIDIS, SHUFF, FLOWER 6, LINDSAY
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ttorney I.D. # 65551
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Attorney for Defendant
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
A7TOMYS-AT•uW
26 W. High street
Carlisle, PA
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VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in the foregoing Answer
to Complaint 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.
DATED : -LAL?i _ 4-x /
Nevin Keckler, Defendant
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
ArroBN6rs•APLAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle. PA
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
On this k- 9A-4-
day of C ?ten c , 2042-, I ,
hereby certify that I served a true and correct copy of the
foregoing Answer with New Matter upon all parties of record via
United States Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esquire
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
Armar?rsunuw
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA
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EVELYN KNULL, : INTHE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
PLAINTIFF
NO. 99-3998
VS.
NEVIN KECKLER,
DEFENDANT CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ANSWER TO NEW MATTER
AND NOW, comes the Plaintiff, Evelyn Knull, by and through her Certified Legal
Intern, Kevin Dugan, and answers Defendant's Answer with New Matter as follows:
I. Denied. Plaintiff pled sufficient facts in her complaint to support her
causes of action in conversion and breach of contract.
2. Denied. Plaintiff properly pled her claim as within the amount requiring
arbitration, but retained her right to jury trial should that be necessary on
appeal.
3. Admitted in part; denied in part. Plaintiff admits to making
allegations of theft against the defendant in the past, however, denies that
these allegations were unfounded or proven untrue and proof thereof is
demanded at trial.
4. Denied. Plaintiff does not suffer from dementia or any other illness or
disease that would affect her memory.
Wherefore, Plaintiff, Evelyn Knull, demands that Defendant's New Matter be
dismissed and judgment entered forPlaintiff as stated in the Complaint.
Respectfully submitted,
1. 4m
Kevin M. Dugan
Certified Legal Intern
By:
Supervising Attorney
Geoffrey M. Biringer
Sup. Ct. I.D. 18040
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Vartan Way, 2nd Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel. (717) 541-0320
VERIFICATION
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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EVELYN KNOLL, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
PLAINTIFF,
DOCKET NO. 99.3998
VS.
NEVIN KECKLER,
DEFENDANT : CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ORDER
upon Motion of the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic, a Rule Absolute is granted and the Harrisburg
AND NOW, this *1 & day of
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, 2003,
Civil Law Clinic is permitted to withdraw as counsel Ch the ab_ova-ca p?ioned proceeding.
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EVELYN KNULL,
PLAINTIFF,
VS.
NEVIN KECKLER,
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DOCKET NO. 99.3998
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MOTION FOR RULE ABSOLUTE
Movants, Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic, hereby set forth as follows:
1. On January 29, 2003, a Rule was issued giving both parties in the above-
captioned proceeding twenty (20) days to show cause why the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
should not be permitted to withdraw as counsel for the Plaintiff in the above-captioned
proceeding.
2. Said Rule was served upon Evelyn Knull and Joseph L. Hitchings Esquire, for the
Defendant via first class mail on January 28, 2003.
3. No one has responded to the Rule to date.
WHEREFORE, the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic requests that this Court enter a Rule
Absolute in the above-captioned proceeding permitting the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic to
withdraw as counsel for the Plaintiff.
DATE: -3 - 20 - 03 LAt ),
ROBERT HF KA
CERTIFIED LEGAL INTERN
GEOFFREY M. BIRINGER V
ID NO. 18040
WIDENER UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW
HARRISBURG CIVIL LAW CLINIC
2300 VARTAN WAY, 2ND FLOOR
HARRISBURG, PA 17110
In The Court of Common Pleas
Evelyn Knull, : Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Plaintiff
No. 99-3998
VS.
Nevin Keekler,
Defendant : Civil Action - Law
CERTIFICATF OF SERVICE
1, Robert Shayka, Certified Legal Intern for the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic, and counsel
for the above Plaintiff, do hereby certify that on the ;k* day of Ma^ci. 2003,1
served a Motion For Rule Absolute on the following people at the following addresses:
1) Evelyn Knoll, Plaintiff, at P.O. Box 265, Harrisburg PA 17108-
0265,
2) Joseph L. Hitchings, Esquire, counsel f'or Defendant, at 26 West
High St., Carlisle, PA 17013
by depositing same in the U. S. Mail, first class postage prepaid.
Date: 3-do-09
Robert Shayka
Certified Legal Intern
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Supervising Attorney s
Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esq.
Sup. Ct. I.D. 18040
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
Widener University School of Law
2300 Varian Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel. (717) 541-0320
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: IN Tim COURT OF COMMON P LEAS
EVELVN KNULL, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
PLAINTIFF
No. 99-3998
Vs.
NEVIN KECKLER, ,
DEFENDANT : CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ORDER
And now, this the 4 day of 2003, a Rule is
issued upon the Plaintiff above to show cause, il'any she has why the Harrisburg Civil Law
Clinic should not be permitted to withdraw as her counsel in the above-captioned proceeding.
Said Rule returnable to this Court within 0 days.Fh
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In The Court of Common Pleas
Evelyn Knull, : Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Plaintiff
No. 99-3998
VS.
Nevin Keekler,
Defendant : Civil Action - Law
Petition for Leave of Court to Withdraw as Counsel
The Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic, pursuant to Pa. R.C.P. No. 1012, seeks to withdraw as
counsel for the Plaintiff in the above-captioned civil matter for the following reasons:
On April 18, 2002, Evelyn Knoll retained the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic as
counsel in the above-captioned matter.
2. Ms. Knull was advised by the Clinic through the retainer agreement that a
certified legal intern would be representing her under the supervision of an attorney and that at
the end of the academic semester another intern would be assigned Ms. Knull's case.
3. Ms. Knull sought representation in order to pursue a claim against the Defendant.
4. Certified legal interns and a supervising attorney attempted to investigate the facts
alleged in order to prepare a complaint.
5. Fact investigations were made practically impossible due to Client's inability to
produce a key witness, maintain contact with such witness, and insistence on discussing matters
unrelated to her claim.
Throughout the I larrisburg Civil Law Clinic's relationship with Plaintiff, she has
expressed her displeasure in being represented by multiple student interns despite being informed
in writing of the Clinic's operation on more than one occasion and verbally by the Clinic's
supervising attorneys.
7. Due to Plaintifrs unwillingness to confine client meeting discussion to the issues
included in the complaint and her obvious dissatisfaction with the attorney-client relationship,
continued representation is not possible.
8. Specifically, her conduct has made it impossible for counsel to adequately prepare
and proceed with her claim.
9. Plaintiff has also exhibited a level of disrespect for clinic attorney-supervisors and
for the clinic interns that is unnecessary and unacceptable.
Wherefore, the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic seeks permission from this Court to
withdraw as counsel for Plaintiff in the above.
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
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Geoffrey M. Biri ger. Esq.
Sup. Ct. 18040
Widener University School of Law
2300 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 171 10
Tel. (717) 541-0320
: In The Court of Common Pleas
Evelyn Knull, : Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Plaintiff
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No. 99-3998
VS.
Nevin Keekler, t
Defendant ?..
Civil Action - Law
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
1, Robert Shayka, Certified Legal Intern for tile Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic, and counsel
for the above Plaintiff, do hereby certify that on the Y4' day of _ 2003, I
served a Petition For Leave of Court to Withdraw As Counsel and Order on the following people
at the following addresses:
1) Evelyn Knull, Plaintiff, at P.O. Box 265. Harrisburg PA 17108-
0265,
2) Joseph L. Hitchings, Esquire, counsel for Defendant, at 26 West
High St., Carlisle, PA 17013
by depositing same in the U. S. Mail, first class postage prepaid.
Date: % k
Robert Shayka
Certified Legal Intern
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Supervising Attorney /
Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esq.
Sup. Cf. I.D. 18040
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
Widener University School of Law
2300 Varian Way
Harrisburg, PA 171 10
Tel. (717) 541-0320
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EVELYN KNULL, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Plaintiff PENNSYLVANIA
VS. No. 99-3998
NEVIN KECKLER,
Defendant CIVIL ACTION-LAW
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
Kindly enter my appearance on behalf of Ms. Evelyn Knull, Plaintiff, in the above-captioned
matter.
l chael T. Edwards, Certified Legal intern
Elder Law Clinic
150 South College Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
717-240-5152
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COMMONWEALTH Of PENNSYLVANIA
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
JUDICIAL DISTRICT
NOTICE OF APPEAL
FROM
DISTRICT JUSTICE JUDGMENT
COMMON PLEAS No L"
NOTICE OF APPEAL
Notice is given that the appellant has filed in the above Court of Common Pleas an appeal from the judgment rendered by the District Justice on the
dote and in the case mentioned below.
Name or appelke(sl appellee(s), to file a complaint in this appeal
within twenty (20) days after service of rule or suffer entry of judgment of non pros
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IIm3 block will be signed ONLY when this notation is required under Pa R.CPJP. No
10081.
This Notice of Appeal, when received by the District Justice, will operate as a
SUPERSEDEAS to the judgment for possession in this case
Signature of Pmthonotary or Deputy
If appellant was CLAIMANT (see Pa. R.C.P.J.P. No.
1001(6) in action before District Justice, he MUST
FILE A COMPLAINT within twenty (20) days after
filing his NOTICE of APPEAL.
PRAECIPE TO ENTER RULE TO FILE COMPLAINT AND RULE TO FILE
(This section of lam to be used ONLY when appellant was DEFENDANT (see Pa. R.C.P.J.P. No. 1001(7) in action before District Justice.
IF NOT USED, detach from copy of notice of appeal to be served upon appellee).
PRAECIPE: To Prothonotary
Enter rule upon
(Common Pleas No
RULE: To
Name of
Signature of appMlant a nor attorney a agent
appellee(s).
(1) You are notified that a rule is hereby entered upon you to file a complaint in this appeal within twenty (20) days after the date of
service of this rule upon you by personal service or by certified or registered mail.
(2) If you do not file a complaint within this time, a JUDGMENT OF NON PROS WILL BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU.
(3) The date of service of this rule if service was by mail is the date of mailing.
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CAMP HILL, PA
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NOTICE OF JUDIEM NT/TRANSCRIPT
PLAINTIFF: CIVIL CASE
NAME aW ADDRESS
fKNULL, EVELYN -I
1103-YVRRD0N-DE -APT --3A
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DEFENDANT: NAME An ADDRESS
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339 PITT ST
ENOLA,'PA 17025
EVELYN KNDLL L J
1103 YVERDON DR APT.# 3A DocketNo.: CV-0000139.99
CAMP HILL, PA 17011 Date Filed: 4/14/99
THIS IS TO NOTIFY YOU THAT:
Judgment: FOR nsPENDANT
® Judgment was entered for: (Name) xRCirr.RR NInrim
Q Judgment was entered against: (Name) xNm,L= K rmT, M
in the amount of $
Defendants are jointly and severally liable.
Damages will be assessed on:
This case dismissed without prejudice.
? Amount of Judgment Subject to
Attachment/Act 5 of 1996 $
on: (Date of Judgment) F/ni /qq
? Levy is stayed for days or ? generally stayed.
El Objection to levy has been filed and hearing will be held:
(Date & Time)
Amount of Judgment
Judgment Costs
Interest on Judgment
Attorney Fees
Total
Post Judgment Credits
Post Judgment Costs
Judgment Total
$ I
Date: Place:
Time:
ANY PARTY HAS THE RIGHT TO APPEAL WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF JUDGMENT BY FILING AN OTICE
MUST IINC UDE A COPY OF THIIS?4 TTI • LEr D NT/TRANSCRIPTOM RMNWPLEAS, ITH YOUR INOTICE IOF APPEAL.
Date
this is a tr
Date
My commission expires first Monday of January,
District Justice
of the proceedings containing the judgment.
District Justice
2000
SEAL
AOPC 315-99
COMJAONWEALTN OF PINNSYLVANIA
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
JUDICIAL DISTRICT
NOTICE OF APPEAL
FROM
DISTRICT JUSTICE JUDGMENT
COMMON PLEAS No. Cyf'.1-
NOTICE OF APPEAL
Notice is given that the appellant has filed in the above Court of Common Pleas an appeal from the judgment rendered by the District Justice an the
date ad in the case mentioned below.
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1008184 nder Pa. R.CP.JP. No. If appellant was CLAIMANT (see Pa. R.C.P.J.P. No. This Notice of Appeal, when received by the District Justice, will operate as a 1001(6) in action be/ore District Justice, he MUST
SUPERSEDEAS to the judgment for possession in this case FILE A COMPLAINT within twenty (20) days after
Signature of Prothonotary or Deputy tiling his NOTICE of APPEAL.
PRAECIPE TO ENTER RULE TO FILE COMPLAINT AND RULE TO FILE
(This section of form to be used ONLY when appellant was DEFENDANT (see Pa. R.C.P.JP. No. 1001(7) in action before District Justice.
IF NOT USED, detach from copy of notice of appeal to be served upon appellee).
PRAECIPE: To Prothonotary
Enter rule upon , Nang of apxlMe(sl appelee(s), to file a complaint in this appeal
(Common Pleas Na )within twenty (20) days after service of rule or suffer entry of judgment of non pens.
Somfure of Amellant or ns attorney a epee
RULE: To oppellee(s).
` Nave a a{pelkas)
(1) You are notified that a rule is hereby entered upon you to file a complaint in this appeal within twenty (20) days after the date of
service of this rule upon you by personal service or by certified or registered mail
(2) If you do not file a complaint within this time, a JUDGMENT OF NON PROS WILL BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU..
(3) The date of service of this rule if service was by mail is the date of mailing.
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SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR
CASE NO: 1999-03998 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
KNULL EVELYN
VS
KECKLER NEVIN
SHAWN HARRISON , Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE was served upon
KECKLER NEVIN the
DEFENDANT at 1740:00 HOURS, on the 6th day of December , 2001
at 339 PITT STREEET
ENOLA, PA 17025 by handing to
NEVIN KECKLER
a true and attested copy of COMPLAINT & NOTICE together with
and at the same time directing His attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs:
Docketing 18.00
Service 9.75
Affidavit .00
Surcharge 10.00
.00
37.75
Sworn and Subscribed to before
me this 13 - day of
l0A4z,,J - 1&0!1&0! A.D.
So Answers:
R. Thomas Kline
12/10/2001
GEOFFREY BIRIr
By:
eputy/S
othonotary
Evelyn Knull,
V.
Plaintiff
Nevin Keekler,
Defendant
: In the Court of Common Pleas
: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
: Dkt. 99-3998
: Civil Action - Law
PRAECIPE TO PROCEED IN FORMA PAUPERIS
To the Prothonotary:
Kindly allow Evelyn Knull, Plaintiff, to proceed in forma pauperis.
I, Aaron Hollis, Certified Legal Intern for the party proceeding in forma pauperis, certify
that I believe the party is unable to pay the costs and that I am providing free legal service to the
party. The party's affidavit showing inability to pay the costs of litigation is attached hereto.
Date: 111adol 41?. L)A
Aaron Hollis
Certified Legal Intern
Supervising Attdrney
Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esquire
I.D. No. 18040
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Varian Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tcl.(717)541-0320
Evelyn Knoll,
Plaintiff
V.
Nevin Keekler,
Defendant
: In the Court of Common Pleas
: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Dkt. 99-3998
Civil Action - Law
PETITION FOR LEAVE TO PROCEED IN FORMA PAUPERIS
TO THE HONORABLE JUDGES OF SAID COURT:
The Petitioner, Evelyn Knull residing at1301 North 6th St., Harrisburg, Dauphin
County, Pennsylvania, upon her oath deposes and says:
1. I am the Plaintiff in the above matter and because of my financial condition am
unable to pay the fees and costs of prosecuting or defending the action or proceeding.
2. I am unable to obtain funds from anyone, including my family and associates, to
pay the costs of litigation.
3. 1 represent that the information below relating to my ability to pay the fees and
costs is true and correct:
(a) Name: Evelyn Knull
Address: 1301 North 6" St.
Harrisburg, PA 17102
Social Security Number: 158-09-3741
(b) Employment
If you are presently employed, state
Employer: none
Address:
Salary or wages per month:
Type of work: none
Ifyou are presently unemployed, state
Date of last employment: none
Salary or wages per month: none
Type of work: none
(c) Other income within the past twelve months
Business or profession: none
Other self-employment: none
Interest: none
Dividends: none
Pension and annuities: none
Social security benefits: $365.00 per month
Support payments: none
Disability payments: $220.00 per month
Unemployment compensation and supplemental benefits: none
Worker's compensation: none
Public assistance: none
Other: none
(d) Other contributions to household support -
Spouse Name: none
If your spouse is employed, state
Employer: none
Salary or wages per month: none
Type of work: none
Contributions from children: none
Contributions from parents: none
Other contributions: none
(e) Property owned
Cash: none
Checking Account: $120.00
Savings Account: none
Certificates of Deposit: none
Real Estate (including home): none
Motor vehicle: none
Make Year , Cost
Cost Amount Owed $ none
Stocks; bonds: none
Other: none
(f) Debts and obligations -
Mortgage: none
Rent: $366.00 per month
Loans: none
Other: none
(g) Persons dependent upon you for support -
Name: none
Children, if any: none
Name: Age:
Other persons: none
Name:
Relationship:
4. 1 understand that 1 have a continuing obligation to inform the court of
improvement in my financial circumstances which would permit me to pay the costs incurred
herein.
5. I verify that the statements maar; ik. 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 unswom falsification to authorities.
Date: 11 $ JO-/
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RULE 1312-1. The Petition for Appointment of Arbitrators shall he substantially in the following form:
PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF ARBITRATORS
TO THE HONORABLE, THE JUDGES OF SAID COURT:
ffl t_"eA "1' EA,-,u Aj , counsel for the plaintiff/defendant in the above action (or actions),
respectfully represents that:
1. The above-captioned action (or actions) is (are) at issue.
2. The claim of the plaintiff in the action is $ a 000
The counterclaim of the defendant in the action is
The following attorneys are interested in the case(s) as counsel or are otherwise disqualified to sit as arbitrators:
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WHEREFORE, your petitioner prays your Honorable Court to appoint three (3) arbitrators to whom the case shall be
submitted.
Respectfully sub it?Locu"r
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AND NOW, F9'? in co stderation of the
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foregoing petition, oKGA? Esq.,
Esq., and Esq., are appointed arbitrators in the above captioned action (or
actions) as prayed for.
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NO. ?9=9Q TERM
OATH
We do solemnly swear (or affirm) that we will support, obey and defend the Constitution of the
United States and the Constitution of this Commonwealth and that we will discharge the duties of
our office with fidelity.
AWARD
We, the undersigned arbitrators, having been duly appointed and sworn (or affirmed), make
the following award:
(Note: If damages for delay are awarded, they shall be separately stated.)
. Arbitrator, dissents.
Date of Hearing: Z0Jlt±
Date of Award: "7?l moo'
(insert name if applicable.)
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NOTICE OF ENTRY OF AWARD
Now, the ? day of G66 , 20A2, at 2 :31 , P.M., the above award
was entered upon the docket and notice thereof given by mail to th parties or their attorneys.
Artibitrators'compensation to be ?t ,
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COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
FROM
JUDICIAL DISTRICT
DISTRICT JUSTICE JUDGMENT
COMMON PLEAS NO (n.- 'X) p I .I f
NOTICE OF APPEAL
Notice is given that the appellant has filed in the above Court of Common Pleas an appeal from the judgment rendered by the District Justice on the
date and in the case mentioned below
NAME OF AMUAW
MAG DIST NO OR NAME OF W.
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DATE OF AX6WNT iM4TE CASE OF (R'ainfiff) "
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This block will be signed ONLY when this natation is required under Pa. R.C.RJA No, If appellant was C AIMANT (see Pa. R.C.P.J.P. No.
10088.
This Notice of Appeal, when received by the District Justice, will operate as a 1001(6) in action before District Justice, he MUST
SUPERSEDERS to the judgment for possession in this case FILE A COMPLAINT within twenty (20) days after
Signature of Prothonotary or Deputy
filing his NOTICE of APPEAL.
PRAECIPE TO ENTER RULE TO FILE COMPLAINT AND RULE TO FILE
(This section of form to be used ONLY when appellant was DEFENDANT (see Pa. R.C.P.J.P. No. 1001(7) in action before District Justice.
IF NOT USED, detach from copy of notice of appeal to be served upon appellee).
PRAECIPE: To Prothonotary
Enter rule upon , oppellee(s), to file a complaint in this appeal
fJarre of appellees)
(Common Pleas No ) within twenty (20) days after service of rule or suffer entry of judgment of non pros
Signature of appeJand or his atror y or agent
RULE: To oppellee(s).
IJa,Ie of apperfearal
(1) You are notified that a rule is hereby entered upon you to file a complaint in this appeal within twenty (20) days after the date of
service of this rule upon you by personal service or by certified or registered mail.
(2) If you do not file a complaint within this time, a JUDGMENT OF NON PROS WILL BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU.
(3) The date of service of this rule if service was by mail is the date of mailing.
Date:
19_ .
Sgrwft- of P oth notary or Deputy
AOPC 312-M COURT FILE TO BE FILED WITH PROTHONOTARY
PROOF OF SERVICE OF NOTICE OF APPEAL AND RULE TO FILE COMPLAINT
(This proof of service MUST BE FILED WITHIN TEN 00) DAYS AFTER filing the notice of appeal. Check applicable boxes)
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF. ; ss
AFFIDAVIT; I hereby swear or affirm that I served
1 a copy of the Notice of Appeal, Common Pleas No, upon the District Justice designated therein on
(date of service) , D by personal service ? by (certified) (registered} mail, senders
receipt attached hereto, and upon the appellee. (name) on
19 __ D by personal service ? by (certified) (registered) mail, sender's receipt attached hereto.
? and furtherthat i served the Ruleto Filea Complaint accompanying theabove Noticeof Appeal upon theappellee(s)towhom
th,g Rules was addressed on by personal service E' by (cerotieo) (remstered7
mail, sender's receipt attached hereto.
SWORN (AFFiRNIED; AND SUBSCRIBED BEFORE ME
THIS ._._.?.?...?._. DAY OF Signature of afhant
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF: CUMBERLAND
Mag. Dist. No.:
09-1-02
DJ Name: Hon,
ROBERT V. MANLOVE
Address. 1901 STATE STREET
CAMP HILL, PA
Telephone:(717) 761-0583 17011-0000
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NOTICE OF JUDGMENT/TRANSCRIPT
CIVIL CASE
PLAINTIFF: NAME and ADDRESS
rKNULL, EVELYN
1-103 YVERDON DR APT.# 3A
CAMP HILL, PA 17011
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VS.
DEFENDANT:, NAME and ADDRESS
rKECKLER NEVIN
339 PITT ST
ENOLA,'PA 17025
EVELYN INQLL L
1103 YVERDON DR APT.# 3A Docket No'.: CV-0000139-99
CAMP HILL, PA 17011 Date Filed: 4/14/99
THIS IS TO NOTIFY YOU THAT:
Judgment: FOR DEFRNDA'NT
® Judgment was entered for: (Name) 1rRr'KT.RR, NWTN
® Judgment was entered against: (Name) KNUT.T., RVRT.YN
in the amount of $ _ DD on: (Date of Judgment)
? Defendants are jointly and severally liable.
? Damages will be assessed on:
? This case dismissed without prejudice.
? Amount of Judgment Subject to
Attachment/Act 5 of 1996 $
? Levy is stayed for days or ? generally stayed.
? Objection to levy has been filed and hearing will be held:
Date:
Time:
Place:
(Date & Time)
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Amount of Judgment $ .00
Judgment Costs $ .00
Interest on Judgment $ .00
Attorney Fees $ .00
Total $ .00
Post Judgment Credits $
Post Judgment Costs $
Certified Judgment Total $
ANY PARTY HAS THE RIGHT TO APPEAL WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF JUDGMENT BY FILING NA OTICE
OE APPt=AL WITH THE PROTHONOTARVf LERK F T E COURT OF COMMON PLEAS, CIVIL DIVISION. YOU
MUST INCLUDE A COPY Ogndf D NT/TRANSCRIPT FORM WITH YOUR NOTICE OF APPEAL.
c.0'119 ! Date District Justice
I cify hat his is a rue t cord of the proceedings containing the judgment.
tD/ s!)99 Date l? District Justice
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My commission expires first Monday of January, 2000 SEAL
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA NOTICE OF APPEAL
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
FROM
JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT JUSTICE JUDGMENT
COMMON PLEAS No?
NOTICE OF APPEAL
Notice is given that the appellant has filed in the above Court of Common Pleas an appeal from the judgment rendered by the District Justice on the
date and in the case mentioned below.
NAME OF APPELLANT MAG. DISL NQ OR NAME OF D.J.
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DATE OF JUDGMENT E CASE OF lPlaMitlNl 1 (oeta der)
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This block will be signed ONLY when this notation is required under Pa. R.CP.1P. Na1 If appellant was C AIMANT (see Pa. R.C.P.J.P. No.
10088.
This Notice of Appeal, when received by the District Justice, will operate as a 1001(6) in action before District Justice, he MUST
SUPERSEDEAS to the judgment for possession in this case FILE A COMPLAINT within twenty (20) days after
Signature of Prothonotary or Deputy
filing his NOTICE of APPEAL.
PRAECIPE TO ENTER RULE TO FILE COMPLAINT AND RULE TO FILE
(This section of form to be used ONLY when appellant was DEFENDANT (see N. R.C.P.JP. No. 1001(7) in action before District Justice.
IF NOT USED, detach from copy of notice of appeal to be served upon appellee).
PRAECIPE: To Prothonotary
Enter rule upon , appeNee(s), to file a complaint in this appeal
Name of appe/lee(s)
(Common Pleas No. ) within twenty (20) days after service of ruk: or suffer entry of judgment of non pros
signature of appellant a his attorney or agent
RULE:. To , appellee(s).
.. Hanna of appeltee(sl
(1) You are notified thate°rule islwebj entered upon. you to file a complaint in this appeal within twenty (20) days after the date of
Service of this rule upon you by personal service or by certified or registered mail
(2) If you do not file a complaint within this time, a JUDGMENT OF NON PROS WILL BE ENTERED AGAINST'YOU.,
(3) The date of service of this rule if service was by mail is the date of mailing. -
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PROOF OF SERVICE OF NOTICE OF APPEAL AND RULE TO FILE COMPLAINT
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CIMIIIINWEALT F ENNSYLVANIA
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the FSuIe was addressed on ta_.._, by per sonic( service ; oy {certified} :rep'stereaf
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SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR
CASE NO: 1999-03998 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
KNULL EVELYN
VS
KECKLER NEVIN
SHAWN HARRISON
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE was served upon
KECKLER NEVIN
the
DEFENDANT , at 1740:00 HOURS, on the 6th day of December , 2001
at 339 PITT STREEET
ENOLA, PA 17025
by handing to
NEVIN KECKLER
a true and attested copy of COMPLAINT & NOTICE together with
and at the same time directing His attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs
Docketing 18.00
Service 9.75
Affidavit .00
Surcharge 10.00
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37.75
Sworn and Subscribed to before
me this /.3 day of
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So AAnns(wsers :
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R. Thomas Kline
12/10/2001
GEOFFREY BIRIN
By:
eputy S -?
Evelyn Knoll,
Plaintiff
V.
Nevin Keckler,
Defendant
: In the Court of Common Pleas
: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Dkt. 99-3998
Civil Action - Law
PRAECIPE TO PROCEED IN FORMA PAUPERIS
To the Prothonotary:
Kindly allow Evelyn Knull, Plaintiff, to proceed in forma pauperis.
I, Aaron Hollis, Certified Legal Intern for the party proceeding in forma pauperis, certify
that I believe the party is unable to pay the costs and that I am providing free legal service to the
party. The party's affidavit showing inability to pay the costs of litigation is attached hereto.
Date: /4- 0d 0 / /)'? Aaron Hollis
Certified Legal Intern
Supervising Att ey
Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esquire
I.D. No. 18040
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel. (717) 541-0320
Evelyn Knull, : In the Court of Common Pleas
: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Plaintiff
Dkt. 99-3998
V.
Nevin Keekler,
Civil Action - Law
Defendant
PETITION FOR LEAVE TO PROCEED IN FORMA PAUPERIS
TO THE HONORABLE JUDGES OF SAID COURT:
The Petitioner, Evelyn Knull residing at1301 North 6th St., Harrisburg, Dauphin
County, Pennsylvania, upon her oath deposes and says:
1. I am the Plaintiff in the above matter and because of my financial condition am
unable to pay the fees and costs of prosecuting or defending the action or proceeding.
2. I am unable to obtain funds from anyone, including my family and associates, to
pay the costs of litigation.
3. I represent that the information below relating to my ability to pay the fees and
costs is true and correct:
(a) Name: Evelyn Knull
Address: 1301 North 6 s St.
Harrisburg, PA 17102
Social Security Number: 158-09-3741
(b) Employment
If you are presently employed, state
Employer: none
Address:
Salary or wages per month:
Type of work: none
If you are presently unemployed, state
Date of last employment: none
Salary or wages per month: none
Type of work: none
(c) Other income within the past twelve months
Business or profession: none
Other self-employment: none
Interest: none
Dividends: none
Pension and annuities: none
Social security benefits: $365.00 per month
Support payments: none
Disability payments: $220.00 per month
Unemployment compensation and supplemental benefits: none
Worker's compensation: none
Public assistance: none
Other: none
(d) Other contributions to household support -
Spouse Name: none
If your spouse is employed, state
Employer: none
Salary or wages per month: none
Type of work: none
Contributions from children: none
Contributions from parents: none
Other contributions: none
(e) Property owned
Cash: none
Checking Account: $120.00
Savings Account: none
Certificates of Deposit: none
Real Estate (including home): none
Motor vehicle: none
Make Year , Cost
Cost Amount Owed $ none
Stocks; bonds: none
Other: none
(f) Debts and obligations -
Mortgage: none
Rent: $366.00 per month
Loans: none
Other: none
(g) Persons dependent upon you for support -
Name: none
Children, if any: none
Name: Age:
Other persons: none
Name:
Relationship:
4. I understand that I have a continuing obligation to inform the court of
improvement in my financial circumstances which would permit me to pay the costs incurred
herein.
5. 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.
Date:
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
EVELYN KNULL, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
PLAINTIFF : DOCKET N0.99-3998
VS.
NEVIN KECKLER,
: CIVIL ACTION -LAw
DEFENDANT : JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE TO DEFEND
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 t he 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 judgement 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 Lawyer Referral Service
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
717-249-3166
NOTICIA
USTED HA SIDO DEMANDADO/A EN CORTE. Si usted desea defenderse de las demandas
que se presentan mas adelante en las siguientes paginas, debe tomar accion dentro de los proximos veinte
(20) dias despues de la notificacion de esta Demanda y Aviso radicando personalmente o por medio de
on abogado una comparecencia escrita y radicando en la Corte por escrito sus defensas de, y objecciones
a, las demandas presentadas aqui en contra suya. Se le advierte de que si usted falla de tomar accion
como se describe anteriormente, el caso puede proceder sin usted y un fallo por cualquier suma de dinero
reclamada en In demanda o cualquier otra reclamacion o remedio solicitado por el demandante puede ser
dictado en contra soya por la Corte sin mas aviso adicional. Usted puede perder dinero o propiedad u
otros derechos importantes para usted.
USTED DEBE LLEVAR ESTE DOCUMENTO A SU ABOGADO INMEDIATAMENTE. SI
USTED NO TIENE UN ABOGADO O NO PUEDE PAGARLE A UNO, LLAME O VAYA A LA
SIGUIENTE OFICINA PARA AVERIGUAR DONDE PUEDE ENCONTRAR ASISTENCIA LEGAL.
Cumberland County Lawyer Referral Service
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
717-249-3166
EVELYN KNULL,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: No. 99-3998
V.
NEVIN KECKLER,
Defendant
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
COMPLAINT
Evelyn Knull is an adult individual who resides at 1301 North 6th Street,
Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania 17102.
2. Nevin Keckler is an adult individual who resides at 339 Pitt Street, Enola,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17025.
3. Evelyn Knull rented an apartment from Bunker Hill Apartments in Camp Hill,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania in 1998.
4. Nevin Keckler worked for Bunker Hill Apartments in Camp Hill, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania in 1998.
5. Evelyn Knull met Defendant Keckler at the Bunker Hill Apartments rental office.
6. Evelyn Knoll and Defendant Keckler entered into an oral contract, whereby
Defendant Keckler would use his van and move Evelyn Knull's personal belongings into her
apartment at Bunker Hill Apartments in Camp Hill on September 12, 1998, and Evelyn Knull
would pay Defendant Keckler Two Hundred and Fifty ($250) Dollars.
7. As part of the contract, Defendant Keckler was to pay Brian Coates to help him
move Evelyn Knull's personal belongings.
8. On September 12, 1998, Defendant Keckler and Mr. Coates loaded Defendant
Keckler's van and a trailer with Evelyn Knull's personal belongings.
9. Defendant Keckler drove his van and trailer to Evelyn Knull's apartment.
10. Defendant Keckler and Mr. Coates unloaded Evelyn Knull's personal belongings
from the trailer.
11. Defendant Keckler then stated that he had to leave for a brief period.
12. Evelyn Knull paid Defendant Keckler Two Hundred ($200) Dollars of the Two
Hundred and Fifty ($250) owed on the oral contract.
13. Defendant Keckler never returned with Evelyn Knull's personal belongings that
were in his van.
14. It is believed and therefore averred that the following list of items were owned by
Evelyn Knull and were in Defendant Keckler's van:
Item Value
a. Double antique brass candelabra - $500.00
b. Large box of clothes - $600.00
C. Box of household and kitchen goods - $300.00
d. Large box of wall paper - $100.00
e. Box of extension cords & light bulbs - $100.00
f. Pots, pans, and other dishes - $ 75.00
g. Large box, Christmas lights & Cords -
h. Antique books -
i. Documents and other important papers -
j. Family and other pictures $ 50.00
k. Book Case $200.00
*UNABLE TO ASSESS VALUE
15. None of Evelyn Knull's personal belongings that were in Defendant Keekler's van
were returned to Evelyn Knull.
16. The value of the personal belongings in the van was approximately Two
Thousand ($2,000) Dollars. See paragraph 14.
Count 1 - Conversion
17. Paragraphs 1-16 are incorporated herein by referenced hereto.
18. It is believed and therefore averred that Nevin Keckler has either sold Evelyn
Knull's personal belongings and is no longer in possession or has converted her belongings to his
own use.
19. Defendant Keckler's retention of Evelyn Knull's personal property equals a
wrongful conversion of her property.
WHEREFORE, Evelyn Knull prays for a judgment by this Honorable Court in
her favor and against Defendant Keckler in the amount of Two Thousand ($2,000) Dollars. This
amount does not exceed the jurisdictional amount required for arbitration.
Count 2 - Breach of Contract
20. Paragraphs 1-19 are incorporated herein by reference hereto.
21. The oral agreement between Evelyn Knull and Defendant Keckler constituted an
oral contract.
22. By not delivering and unloading all of Evelyn Knull's personal property,
Defendant Keckler breached the contract.
23. Evelyn Knull has lost Two Thousand ($2,000) Dollars as a direct result of
Defendant Keckler's breach of contract and loss of her property.
WHEREFORE, Evelyn Knull prays for a judgment by this Honorable Court in
her favor and against Defendant Keekler in the amount of Two Thousand ($2,000) Dollars. This
amount does not exceed the jurisdictional amount required for arbitration.
Respectfully submitted,
Aaron D. Hollis
Certified Legal Intern
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Supervising Attorney
Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esq.
Sup. Ct. I.D. 18040
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel. (717) 541-0320
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.
Date: I/ 3 F/o
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Petitioner
EVELYN KNULL, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff
NO. 99-3998
V.
NEVIN KECKLER, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant
NOTICE TO PLEAD
TO: Evelyn Knull
C/O Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esquire
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
You are hereby notified to plead to the enclosed New Matter
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
ArfORNEYS•AT•LAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA
within twenty (20) days from service hereof, or a default
judgment may be entered against you.
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SAIDIS, SNUFF, FLOWER & LINDSAY
By
Ao.ph L. Hitchings, Esqu e
Supreme Ct. I.D. # 65551
26 West High Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-6222
Attorney for Defendant
EVELYN KNULL, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff
NO. 99-3998
V.
NEVIN KECKLER, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant
ANSWER TO COMPLAINT
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
ATrORNEYS.AT•LAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Nevin Keckler, by and
through his attorneys, Saidis, Shuff, Flower & Lindsay, and
answers Plaintiff's Complaint as follows:
1. Admitted.
2. Admitted.
3. Admitted.
4. Admitted.
5. Admitted.
6. Admitted in part; denied in part. It is admitted
that the Plaintiff and Defendant agreed that the Defendant
would move Plaintiff's belongings from her residence in
Harrisburg to her apartment at Bunker Hill Apartments in Camp
Hill on September 12, 1998. It is denied that there was an
agreement that the Plaintiff would pay the Defendant $250.00.
It was discussed between the parties that the Plaintiff would
pay the Defendant $250.00 if he used his own men to move
Plaintiff's belongings, which he did not do as he used a
friend of the Plaintiff's, Brian Coates, to help him move the
belongings. The personal belongings which the Plaintiff asked
Defendant to move included the larger items in her residence
including various pieces of furniture.
7. Denied. Plaintiff advised Defendant that she was
going to pay Brian Coates' $50.00 for him to help Defendant
move the Plaintiff's belongings.
8. Admitted.
9. Admitted.
10. Admitted. By way of further answer, Defendant also
unloaded Plaintiff's personal belongings from the van.
11. Admitted.
12. Denied. Plaintiff paid the Defendant $150.00, and
advised the Defendant that she would pay Brian Coates
directly.
13. Denied. All personal belongings of the Plaintiff
which the Defendant moved, were removed from both the trailer
and the van.
14. Denied. It is specifically denied that the items
SAIDIS identified in paragraph 14 of Plaintiff's Complaint were ever
SNUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY in the Defendant's van. By way of further answer, Defendant
ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA has hired by Plaintiff to move the larger items in Plaintiff's
residence, including various pieces of furniture.
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15. Denied. See answer to paragraphs 13 and 14 above.
16. Denied. See answer to paragraphs 13 and 14 above.
Count I - Conversion
17. Paragraphs 1 through 16 of Defendant's Answer are
incorporated by reference as if the same were more fully set
forth at length herein.
18. Denied. As stated herein, all of the items
belonging to the Plaintiff which Defendant moved, were removed
from the trailer and van and placed in the Plaintiff's
apartment. As such, it is denied that the Defendant retained
possession, that he sold or converted any of Plaintiff's use.
19. The averments in paragraph 19 constitute conclusions
of law to which no responsive pleading is required. To the
extent that the averments are deemed factual in nature, the
same are denied and strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Nevin Keckler, demands judgment in
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
ArrORMYS•Ar.LAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA
his favor and against the Plaintiff upon her Complaint.
Count II - Breach of Contract
20. Paragraphs 1 through 19 of Defendant's Answer are
incorporated by reference as if the same were more fully set
forth at length herein.
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21. The averments in paragraph 21 constitute conclusions
of law to which no responsive pleading is required. To the
extent that the averments are deemed actual in nature, the
same are denied and strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
22. The averments in paragraph 22 constitute conclusions
of law to which no responsive pleading is required. To the
extent that the averments are deemed actual in nature, the
same are denied and strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
23. Denied. It is denied that Defendant Keckler
breached any contract with the Plaintiff, or that he is
responsible or in any way liable as a result of her alleged
loss of property.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Nevin Keckler, demands judgment in
his favor and against the Plaintiff upon her Complaint.
NEW MATTER
1. Plaintiff has failed to set forth a cause of action
SAIDIS upon which a relief may be granted against the Defendant.
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY 2. As this claim seeks liquidated damages in the amount
ATPORNEYS•AT-LAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA of $2,000.00, which amount is less than the jurisdictional
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amount required for arbitration, Plaintiff's demand for jury
trial is inappropriate and must be stricken.
3. Plaintiff, in the past, has made unfounded
allegations of theft against the Defendant on numerous
occasions, all of which have proven to be untrue.
4. It is believed and therefore averred that as a result
of her advanced age, the Plaintiff may suffer from dementia,
which causes her to be confused and forget where she has
placed items of her property.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Nevin Keckler, demands judgment in
his favor and against Plaintiff, Evelyn Knull.
Respectfully submitted,
SAIDIS, SHUFF, FLOWER & LINDSAY
By. ?.
J seph L. Hitchings,"ire
ttorney I.D. # 65551 rr
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Attorney for Defendant
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle. PA
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VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in the foregoing Answer
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA
to Complaint 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.
DATED : //)-/0 7i
Nevin Keckler, Defendant
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
On this ( day of 200 I,
hereby certify that I served a true and correct copy of the
foregoing Answer with New Matter upon all parties of record via
United States Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
Geoffrey M, Biringer, Esquire
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
SAIDIS, SNUFF, FLOWER & LINDSAY
SAIDIS
SHUFF, FLOWER
& LINDSAY
ATrORNEYS•AT•LAW
26 W. High Street
Carlisle, PA
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EVELYN KNULL, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
PLAINTIFF
NO. 99-3998
VS.
NEVIN KECKLER,
DEFENDANT CIVIL ACTION -LAW
ANSWER TO NEW MATTER
AND NOW, comes the Plaintiff, Evelyn Knull, by and through her Certified Legal
Intern, Kevin Dugan, and answers Defendant's Answer with New Matter as follows:
1. Denied. Plaintiff pled sufficient facts in her complaint to support her
causes of action in conversion and breach of contract.
2. Denied. Plaintiff properly pled her claim as within the amount requiring
arbitration, but retained her right to jury trial should that be necessary on
appeal.
3. Admitted in part; denied in part. Plaintiff admits to making
allegations of theft against the defendant in the past, however, denies that
these allegations were unfounded or proven untrue and proof thereof is
demanded at trial.
4. Denied. Plaintiff does not suffer from dementia or any other illness or
disease that would affect her memory.
Wherefore, Plaintiff, Evelyn Knull, demands that Defendant's New Matter be
dismissed and judgment entered forPlaintiff as stated in the Complaint.
Respectfully submitted,
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Certified Legal Intern
By:
Supervising Attorney
Geoffrey M. Biringer
Sup. Ct. I.D. 18040
Widener University School of Law
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
2300 Vartan Way, 2"d Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel. (717) 541-0320
VERIFICATION
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 unssNpworn falsification to authorities.
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Ev?yn Knull
Petitioner
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
EVELYN KNULL, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
PLAINTIFF
No. 99-3998
VS.
NEVIN KECKLER,
DEFENDANT : CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ORDER
And now, this the IPI day of V Y? - d' , 2003, a Rule is
issued upon the Plaintiff above to show cause, if any she has why the Harrisburg Civil Law
Clinic should not be permitted to withdraw as her counsel in the above-captioned proceeding.
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Evelyn Knoll, : Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Plaintiff
No. 99-3998
VS.
Nevin Keckler,
Defendant : Civil Action - Law
Petition for Leave of Court to Withdraw as Counsel
The Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic, pursuant to Pa. R.C.P. No. 1012, seeks to withdraw as
counsel for the Plaintiff in the above-captioned civil matter for the following reasons:
1. On April 18, 2002, Evelyn Knull retained the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic as
counsel in the above-captioned matter.
2. Ms. Knull was advised by the Clinic through the retainer agreement that a
certified legal intern would be representing her under the supervision of an attorney and that at
the end of the academic semester another intern would be assigned Ms. Knull's case.
3. Ms. Knull sought representation in order to pursue a claim against the Defendant.
4. Certified legal interns and a supervising attorney attempted to investigate the facts
alleged in order to prepare a complaint.
5. Fact investigations were made practically impossible due to Client's inability to
produce a key witness, maintain contact with such witness, and insistence on discussing matters
unrelated to her claim.
6. Throughout the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic's relationship with Plaintiff, she has
expressed her displeasure in being represented by multiple student interns despite being informed
in writing of the Clinic's operation on more than one occasion and verbally by the Clinic's
supervising attorneys.
Due to Plaintiff's unwillingness to confine client meeting discussion to the issues
included in the complaint and her obvious dissatisfaction with the attorney-client relationship,
continued representation is not possible.
8. Specifically, her conduct has made it impossible for counsel to adequately prepare
and proceed with her claim.
9. Plaintiff has also exhibited a level of disrespect for clinic attorney-supervisors and
for the clinic interns that is unnecessary and unacceptable.
Wherefore, the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic seeks permission from this Court to
withdraw as counsel for Plaintiff in the above.
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
By: 4 '
Geoffrey . Biri ger, Esq.
Sup. Ct. 18040
Widener University School of Law
2300 Varian Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel. (717) 541-0320
: In The Court of Common Pleas
Evelyn Knull, : Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Plaintiff
No. 99-3998
VS.
Nevin Keekler,
Defendant : Civil Action - Law
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Robert Shayka, Certified Legal Intern for the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic, and counsel
for the above Plaintiff, do hereby certify that on the day of ?w+vuc? y 2113,1
served a Petition For Leave of Court to Withdraw As Counsel and Order on the following people
at the following addresses:
1) Evelyn Knull, Plaintiff, at P.O. Box 265, Harrisburg PA 17108-
0265,
2) Joseph L. Hitchings, Esquire, counsel for Defendant, at 26 West
High St., Carlisle, PA 17013
by depositing same in the U. S. Mail, first class postage prepaid.
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Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esq.
Sup. Ct. I.D. 18040
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
Widener University School of Law
2300 Varian Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel. (717) 541-0320
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: DOCKET NO. 99-3998
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ORDER
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: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
PLAINTIFF,
DOCKET NO. 99-3998
VS.
NEVIN KECKLER,
DEFENDANT : CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MOTION FOR RULE ABSOLUTE
Movants, Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic, hereby set forth as follows:
1. On January 29, 2003, a Rule was issued giving both parties in the above-
captioned proceeding twenty (20) days to show cause why the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
should not be permitted to withdraw as counsel for the Plaintiff in the above-captioned
proceeding.
2. Said Rule was served upon Evelyn Knull and Joseph L. Hitchings Esquire, forthe
Defendant via first class mail on January 28, 2003.
3. No one has responded to the Rule to date.
WHEREFORE, the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic requests that this Court enter a Rule
Absolute in the above-captioned proceeding permitting the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic to
withdraw as counsel for the Plaintiff.
DATE:
3--o)0-03
ROBERT H KA
CERTIFI D LEGAL INTERN
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ID NO. 18040
WIDENER UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW
HARRISBURG CIVIL LAW CLINIC
2300 VARTAN WAY, 2ND FLOOR
HARRISBURG, PA 17110
Evelyn Knull,
Plaintiff
: In The Court of Common Pleas
: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
No. 99-3998
VS.
Nevin Keckler,
Defendant
: Civil Action - Law
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Robert Shayka, Certified Legal Intern for the Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic, and counsel
for the above Plaintiff, do hereby certify that on the ;00` day of 2003,1
served a Motion For Rule Absolute on the following people at the following addresses:
1) Evelyn Knull, Plaintiff, at P.O. Box 265, Harrisburg PA 17108-
0265,
2) Joseph L. Hitchings, Esquire, counsel for Defendant, at 26 West
High St., Carlisle, PA 17013
by depositing same in the U. S. Mail, first class postage prepaid.
Date: 3 - 0?0 - 03 ??G? ` OH /k I
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Certified Legal Intern
Supervising Attorney
Geoffrey M. Biringer, Esq.
Sup. Ct. I.D. 18040
Harrisburg Civil Law Clinic
Widener University School of Law
2300 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Tel. (717) 541-0320
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Plaintiff PENNSYLVANIA
VS. No. 99-3998
NEVIN KECKLER,
Defendant CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
Kindly enter my appearance on behalf of Ms. Evelyn Knull, Plaintiff, in the above-captioned
matter.
Michael T. Edwards, Certified Legal Intern
Elder Law Clinic
150 South College Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
717-240-5152
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RULE 1312-1. The Petition for Appointment of Arbitrators shall be substantially in the following form:
PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF ARBITRATORS
TO THE HONORABLE, THE JUDGES OF SAID COURT:
(n.,". A T E d.. rc ?S counsel for the plaintiff/defendant in the above action (or actions),
respectfully represents that:
1. The above-captioned action (or actions) is (are) at issue.
2. The claim of the plaintiff in the action is $ c7, 000
The counterclaim of the defendant in the action is
The following attorneys are interested in the case(s) as counsel or are otherwise disqualified to sit as arbitrators:
WHEREFORE, your petitioner prays your Honorable Court to appoint three (3) arbitrators to whom the case shall be
submitted.
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