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LAUNA V. SNYDER, . IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
Plaintiff . PENNSYLVANIA
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JOHN D. SNYDER, . IN DIVORCE
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Defendant .
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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 WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Lawyer Referral Service
Cumberland County Bar Association
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013
LAUNA V. SNYDER,
PlaintlH
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
: PENNSYLVANIA
v.
: NO.
JOHN D. SNYDER,
IN DIVORCE
:
Defendant
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 escrlta 0 en persona 0 por abogado y archivar en la
corte en forma escrita sus defensas 0 sus objeciones alas demandas en contra
de su persona. Sea avisado que si usted no se deflende, la corte tomara
medidas y puede entrar una orden contra usted sin previo aviso 0 notificacion
y por cualquier queja 0 alivio que es pedido en la peticion de demanda. Usted
puede perder dinero 0 sus propledades 0 otros detechos importantes para
usted.
LLEVE ESTA DEMANDA A UN ABODAGO IMMEDIATAMENTE. SI NO TIENE
ABOGADO 0 SI NO TIENE EL DINERO SUFICIENTE DE PAGAR TAL SERVICIO,
VAYA EN PERSONA 0 LLAME POR TELEFONO A LA OFICINA CUYA DIRECCION
SE ENCUENTRA ESCRITA ABAJO PARA AVERIGUAR DONDE SE PUEDE
CONSEGUIR ASISTENCIA LEGAL.
Lawyer Referral Service
Cumberland County Bar Association
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
LAUNA V. SNYDER,
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v.
NO. 03- 3/~
IN DIVORCE
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JOHN D. SNYDER,
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Defendant
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COMPLAINT
AND NOW, comes Plaintiff, Launa V. Snyder, by and through her
attorneys, Rupp and Meikle and Richard C. Rupp, and files this
Complaint in Divorce, based upon the following:
1. Plaintiff, Launa V. Snyder, is an adult individual residing at 241 Glenn
Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011, Cumberland County, and who has resided in
Cumberland County for over five years.
2. Defendant, John D. Snyder, is an adult individual residing at 241 Glenn
Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011, Cumberland County, and who has resided in
Cumberland County for over five years.
3. PlaintiH and Defendant have been bona fide residents in the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for at least five (5) years previous to the
filing of this Complaint.
4. PlaintiH and Defendant were married on February 19, 1977.
5. There have been no prior actions for divorce or annulment between the
Parties except this Complaint filed for divorce.
6. The marriage is irretrievably broken.
7. PlaintiH has been advised of the availability of counseling and of the
right to request the Court require the parties participate in counseling.
8. PlaintiH is not a member of the Armed Services of the United States of
America and Defendant Is not a member of the Armed Services of the
United States of America.
9. PlaintiH and Defendant have three (3) children from their marriage,
one of whom is a minor.
COUNT I - REQUEST FOR NO FAULT DIVORCE UNDER SECTION 3301( c) OF
THE PENNSYLVANIA DIVORCE CODE
10. Paragraphs 1 though 9 of this Complaint are incorporated herein by
reference thereto.
11. After 90 days have elapsed from the date of filing this Complaint,
Plaintiff intends to file an Affidavit consenting to the divorce. Plaintiff
believes Defendant will also file such an Affidavit.
WHEREFORE, if both parties file Affidavits consenting to a divorce after 90
days have elapsed from the date of filing of this Divorce Complaint, Plaintiff
Launa V. Snyder respectfully requests this Honorable Court to enter a Decree
of Divorce pursuant to Section 3301 ( c ) of the Pennsylvania Divorce Code.
COUNT II - REQUEST FOR EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF MARITAL PROPERTY
UNDER SECTION 3502 OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DIVORCE CODE
12. Paragraphs 1 through 13 of this Complaint are incorporated herein by
reference thereto.
13. The Plaintiff respectfully requests this Honorable Court to equitably
divide, distribute or assign the marital property between the parties, in
such proportion as the Court deems just after consideration of all relevant
factors, in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania Divorce
Code, 23 Pa. C.S.A. 3502.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Launa V. Snyder respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to enter an Order of equitable distribution of marital property
pursuant to Section 3502 of the Pennsylvania Divorce Code.
COUNT III - REQUEST FOR SPOUSAL SUPPORT AND/OR ALIMONY UNDER
SECTION 3701 (a) AND 3702 OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DIVORCE CODE
14. Paragraphs 1 through 15 of this Complaint are incorporated herein by
reference thereto.
15. Plaintiff lacks sufficient property to provide for her reasonable needs and
is unable to sustain herself through appropriate employment while
raising the parties' minor child.
16. PlaintiH requests this Honorable Court to enter an award of spousal
support or alimony pendente lite until final hearing, and there upon
enter an Order of alimony or alimony pendente lite in her favor pursuant
to Sections 3701 (a) and 3702 of the Pennsylvania Divorce Code.
WHEREFORE, PlalntiH Launa V. Snyder respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to enter an award of spousal support or temporary alimony
until final hearing and thereupon to enter an Order of alimony in her favor
pursuant to Section 3701 (a) and 3702 of the Pennsylvania Divorce Code.
COUNTIV - COUNSEL FEES. COSTS AND EXPENSES UNDER SECTIONS 3702 OF
THE PENNSYLVANIA DIVORCE CODE
17. Paragraphs 1 through 16 of this Complaint are Incorporated herein by
reference thereto.
18. PlaintiH has employed Rupp and Meikle and Richard C. Rupp as
counsel, but expects to be unable to pay all the necessary and
reasonable attorneys' fees for her legal counsel to prosecute this
marital action.
19. Plaintiff also expects that Plaintiff will need to hire a real estate
appraiser, a pension expert and possibly other experts, such as an
accountant, and does not have the funds necessary to pay such
necessary and reasonable fees for experts.
20. Plaintiff requests this Honorable Court to enter an award of reasonable
counsel fees, costs and expenses and Order such additional sums
thereafter as may be deemed necessary and appropriate in order to
allow Plaintiff to conduct this marital action.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff prays this Honorable Court to grant the relief
requested and grant reasonable legal counsel fees, costs, expenses and
reasonable fees for experts.
"'hal C. Rvpp
Attorney I.D. No.: 3483
355 North 21 st Street, Suite 205
Camp Hill, PA 17011
(717) 761-3459
Attorney for Plaintiff
VERIFICATION
I, Launa V. Snyder, verify that the statements in the foregoing Complaint
in Divorce are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and
belief. I understand that false statements herein are made subject to penalties
of 18 Pa. C.S. i 4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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LAUNA V. SNYDER,
Plaintiff,
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
:CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
:PENNSYL VANIA
v.
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: DIVORCE
JOHN D. SNYDER
Defendant.
: NO. 03-3199 CIVIL TERM
PRAECIPE TO ENTER APPEARANCE
Kindly enter the appearance of Melissa L. Van Eck, Esquire on behalf of John D.
Snyder, Defendant in the above referenced matter.
Respectfully submitted
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Attorney ID No.: 85869
203 West Caracas Avenue
Suite 201
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LAUNA v. SNYDER
vs
Case No.
03-3199
,TOHN D. SNYDER
Statement of Intention to Proceed
To the Court:
JOHN D- SNYDER
intends to proceed with the above captioned matter.
Print Name
MELISSA L. VANECK
Sign Name
Date:
Attorney for
DEFENDANT
Explanatory Comment
The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has promulgated new Rule of Civil Procedure 230.2 governing the termination of
inactive cases and amended Rule of Judicial Administration 190 I. Two aspects of the recommendation merit
comment.
I. Rule of civil Procedure
New Rule of Civil Procedure 230.2 has been promulgated to govern the termination of inactive cases within the
scope of the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure. The termination of these cases for inactivity was previously
governed by Rule of Judicial Administration 1901 and local rules promulgated pursuant to it. New Rule 230.2 is
tailored to the needs of civil actions. It provides a complete procedure and a uniform statewide practice, preempting
local rules.
This rule was promulgated in response to the decision of the Supreme Court in Shop v. Eagle, 551 Pa. 360,710 A.2d
1104 (1998) in which the court held that "prejudice to the defendant as a result of delay in prosecution is required
before a case may be dismissed pursuant to local rules implementing Rule of Judicial Administration 1901."
Rule of Judicial Administration 1901 (b) has been amended to accommodate the new rule of civil procedure. The
general policy of the prompt disposition of matters set forth in subdivision (a) of that rule continues to be applicable.
II Inactive Cases
The purpose of Rule 230.2 is to eliminate inactive cases from the judicial system. The process is initiated by the
court. After giving notice of intent to terminate an action for inactivity, the course of the procedure is with the parties.
If the parties do not wish to pursue the case, they will take no action and "the Prothonotary shall enter an order as of
course terminating the matter with prejudice for failure to prosecute." If a party wishes to pursue the matter, he or she
will file a notice of intention to proceed and the action shall continue.
a. Where the action has been terminated
If the action is terminated when a party believes that it should not have been terminated, that party may proceed
under Rule230( d) for relief from the order of termination. An example of such an occurrence might be the termination
of a viable action when the aggrieved party did not receive the notice of intent to terminate and thus did not timely file
the notice of intention to proceed.
The timing of the filing of the petition to reinstate the action is important. If the petition is filed within thirty days of
the entry of the order of termination on the docket, subdivision (d)(2) provides that the court must grant the petition and
reinstate the action. If the petition is filed later than the thirty-day period, subdivision (d)(3) requires that the plaintiff
must make a show in to the court that the petition was promptly filed and that there is a reasonable explanation or
legitimate excuse both for the failure to file the notice of intention to proceed prior to the entry of the order of
termination on the docket and for the failure to file the petition within the thirty-day period under subdivision (d)(2).
B. Where the action has not been terminated
An action which has not been terminated but which continues upon the filing of a notice of intention to proceed may
have been the subject of inordinate delay. In such an instance, the aggrieved party may pursue the remedy of a
common law non pros which exits independently of termination under Rule 230.2.
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LAUNA V. SNYDER,
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
:CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff,
v.
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: DIVORCE
JOHN D. SNYDER,
Defendant.
: NO. 03-3199 Civil Term
MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this .I ~t day of FeDrv.a fl"7 ' 2007, by and
between Launa V. Snyder (hereinafter "Wife") of Camp Hill, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
and John D. Snyder (hereinafter "Husband") of Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania.
WIT N E SSE T H:
WHEREAS, the parties hereto married on February 17, 1977, III Lewistown,
Pennsylvania; and
WHEREAS, three (3) children were born of this marriage, Jennifer D. Snyder (d.o.b. 9-
26-79), Matthew A. Snyder (d.o.b. 3-4-85); and Sarah J. Snyder (d.o.b. 11-14-87).
WHEREAS, a divorce action was filed by Wife as Plaintiff on or about July 7, 2003, in
the Cumberland County Court of Common Pleas at 03-3199 Civil Term; and
WHEREAS, difficulties have arisen between the parties and it is therefore their intention
to live separate and apart for the rest of their lives and the parties are desirous of settling
completely the economic and other rights and obligations between each other, including, but not
limited to: the equitable distribution of the martial property; and, in general, any and all other
claims and possible claims by one against the other or against their respective estates; and
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants and promises hereinafter to be
kept and performed by each party and intending to be legally bound hereby, the parties do hereby
agree as follows:
1. ADVICE OF COUNSEL.
The provisions of this agreement and the legal effect have been fully explained to the
parties by their respective counsel. Wife is represented by Richard C. Rupp, Esquire. Husband
is represented by Melissa L. Van Eck, Esquire.
The parties further declare that each is executing the Agreement freely and voluntarily
having either obtained sufficient knowledge and disclosure of their respective legal rights and
obligations or, if counsel has not been consulted, expressly waiving the right to obtain such
knowledge. The parties each acknowledge that this Agreement is fair and equitable and is not
the result of any fraud, coercion, duress, undue influence or collusion.
2. DIVORCE ACTION.
The parties acknowledge that their marriage is irretrievably broken and that they shall
secure a mutual consent no fault divorce pursuant to S 330l(c) of the Divorce Code. The parties
agree to execute Affidavits of Consent for divorce and Waivers of Notice of Intention to Request
Entry of a Divorce Decree concurrently with the execution of this Agreement.
3. DATE OF EXECUTION.
The "date of execution" or execution date" of this Agreement shall be defined as the date
upon which it is executed by the parties if they have each executed the Agreement on the same
date. Otherwise, the "date of execution" or execution date" of this Agreement shall be defined as
the date of execution by the party last executing this Agreement.
4. MUTUAL RELEASES.
Each party absolutely and unconditionally releases the other and the estate of the other
from any and all rights and obligations which either may have for past, present, or future
obligations, arising out of the marital relationship or otherwise, including all rights and benefits
under the Pennsylvania Divorce Code of 1980, and amendments except as described herein.
Each party absolutely and unconditionally releases the other and his or her heirs,
executors and estate from any claims arising by virtue of the marital relationship of the parties.
The above release shall be effective whether such claims arise by way of widow's or widower's
rights, family exemption, or under the intestate laws, or the other as testamentary, or all other
rights of a surviving spouse participate in a deceased spouse's estate, whether arising under the
laws of Pennsylvania, any state, Commonwealth, or territory of the United States, or any other
country.
Except for any cause of action for divorce which either party may have or claim to have,
each party gives to the other by execution of this Agreement an absolute and unconditional
release from all claims whatsoever, in law or inequity which either party now has against the
other.
5. FINANCIAL AND PROCEDURAL DISCLOSURE.
The parties confirm that each has relied on the accuracy of the financial disclosure of the
other as an inducement to the execution of this Agreement. Each party understands that he/she
had the right to obtain from the other party a complete inventory or list of all property that either
or both parties owned at the time of separation or currently and that each party had the right to
have all such property valued by means of appraisals or othelWise. Both parties understand that
they have a right to have a court hold hearings and make decisions on the matters covered by this
Agreement. Both parties hereby acknowledge that this Agreement is fair and equitable, and that
the terms adequately provide for his or her interests, and that this Agreement is not a result of
fraud, duress or undue influence exercised by either party upon the other or by any person or
persons upon either party.
6. SEPARATION/NON INTERFERENCE.
Husband and Wife may and shall, at all times hereafter, live separate and apart. They
shall be free from any interference, direct or indirect, by the other in all respects as fully as if
they were unman1ed. Each may, for his or her separate use or benefit, conduct, carryon and
engage in any business, occupation, profession or employment which to him or her may seem
advisable. Husband and Wife shall not harass, disturb or malign each other or the respective
families of each other.
7. REAL PROPERTY.
The parties are the joint owners of real property located at 241 Glenn Road, Camp Hill,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17011 (the "Marital Residence"). The Marital Residence is
encumbered by a first mortgage with Bank of America Mortgage Company and a home equity loan
with Community Banle In consideration for the promises, covenants and agreements set forth
herein, Husband agrees to transfer all right, title and interest in to and under the Marital
Residence, including any rights under the Divorce Code of 1980 as amended, to Wife upon her
refinancing or assuming the mortgage. Husband further agrees to cooperate in signing any and
all documents necessary for the transfer of this property including, but not limited to, a special
warranty deed conveying and all interest in, to and under the Marital Residence that he may have
by virtue of his marriage to Wife.
Wife shall assume sole responsibility for the first mortgage with Bank of America
Mortgage Company on said property and agrees to indemnify Husband therefore. Husband shall
assume the remaining balance on the home equity line of credit with Community Bank by
December 14, 2006. Wife shall provide a Mortgage Satisfaction Piece or Mortgage Release for
the above mortgage in a form suitable for recording contemporaneously with the delivery of the
above referenced Special Warranty Deed.
In the event Wife does not refinance the Mortgage within eighteen (18) months from the
date of this Agreement the Real Property shall be immediately listed for sale at a price acceptable to
both parties. In the event that the parties are unable to agree upon a price, then the price shall be
fixed by a licensed real estate broker selected by both parties. In the event that the parties are unable
to select a real estate broker, they shall each select a broker who, in turn, shall select a third broker
who shall determine the price. The broker shall also advise the parties whether the listing price shall
be lowered in the event the Real Property is not sold within a reasonable period of time. The parties
shall cooperate and agree to lower the listing price until the price has been lowered by twenty
percent (200/0) of the original listing price. Thereafter, the price shall not be lowered unless by
agreement of the parties or Order of the Court.
Upon the sale of the Real Property, the net proceeds, after deduction of all expenses, fees
and taxes in connection with the sale, and after satisfaction of the liens of the existing first and
second mortgages, shall be paid to Wife. In the event that a deficiency exists upon the sale of the
Real Property after deduction of all expenses and application of proceeds to the mortgage liens of
record, then Wi~e shall be responsible for such deficiency.
In the event that the Real Property needs improvements, whether capital or not, during the
pendency of the sale, the Wife agrees to pay for the costs of those improvements. Until the Real
Property is sold, Wife shall assume all liabilities and obligations with respect to the Real Property
including the existing mortgage, real estate taxes, assessments, homeowner's insurance, upkeep and
maintenance. Wife shall indemnify Husband and hold Husband harmless from any and all claims
and demands of every kind arising out of or in connection with the Real Property.
8. DEBTS.
The parties acknowledge that they have debts which were jointly incurred during their
mamage. Husband and Wife agree that each will be solely responsible for any debt incurred in
their name alone. Specially, Husband will be responsible for any and all credit card debt in his
name. Wife will be responsible for any and all credit card debt in her name.
Husband represents and warrants to Wife that since the separation he has not, and in the
future he will not, contract or incur any debt or liability for which Wife or her estate might be
responsible, and he shall indemnify and save Wife harmless from any and all claims or demands
made against her by reason of such debts or obligations incurred by him since the date of said
separation, except as otherwise set forth herein.
Wife represents and warrants to Husband that since the separation she has not, and in the
future she will not, contract or incur any debt or liability for which Husband or his estate might
be responsible, and she shall indemnify and save Husband harmless from any and all claims or
demands made against him by reason of such debts or obligations incurred by her since the date
of said separation, except as otherwise set forth herein.
9. RETIREMENT BENEFITS.
Husband hereby waivers his right, title and interest to Wife's retirement benefits.
Wife hereby waives her right, title and interest to Husband's state pension (SERS).
The parties waive any and all other retirement benefits obtained by the parties post
separation. The individual who holds said benefits shall own the property solely and
individually. Each party waives their right to title and interest to the other party's benefit.
10. BANK ACCOUNTS
The parties acknowledge that they have divided the marital bank accounts to their
satisfaction. The bank accounts held solely in individual names shall become the sole and
separate property of the party in whose name it is registered. Each party does hereby specifically
waive and release his/her right, title and interest in the other party's respective accounts.
11. PERSONAL PROPERTY.
The parties hereto mutually agree that they have divided all furniture, household
furnishings and personal property between them in a manner agreeable to both parties. The
parties mutually agree that each party shall from and after the date of this Agreement be the sole
and separate owner of all tangible personal property in his or her possession.
12. VEHICLES.
Husband shall retain sole and exclusive ownership of the 2006 Ford Explorer leased
vehicle currently in his possession and agrees to assume sole responsibility for all outstanding
encumbrances, if any. Husband shall retain sole and exclusive ownership of the 1988 utility
trailer currently in his possession and agrees to assume sole responsibility for all outstanding
encumbrances, if any.
Wife shall retain sole and exclusive ownership of the 1998 Nissan Maxima vehicle
currently in her possession and agrees to assume sole responsibility for all outstanding
encumbrances, if any.
Both parties agree to execute, within thirty (30) days of the date of this Agreement, any
and all forms, titles and documents necessary to transfer the aforesaid vehicle from joint
ownership to individual ownership, as specified herein.
13. AFTER-ACQUIRED PROPERTY.
Each of the parties shall own and enjoy, independently of any claims or rights of the
other all real property and all items of personal property, tangible or intangible, hereafter
acquired, with full power to dispose of the same as fully and effectively as though he or she were
unmarried. Any property so acquired shall be owned solely by that party and the other party
shall have no claim to that property.
14. BANKRUPTCY OR REORGANIZATION PROCEEDINGS.
In the event that either party become a debtor in any bankruptcy or financial
reorganization proceedings of any kind while any obligations remain to be performed by that
party for the benefit or the other party pursuant to the provisions to this Agreement, the debtor
spouse hereby waives, releases and relinquishes any right to claim any exemption (whether
granted under State or Federal law) to any property remaining in the debtor as a defense to any
claim made pursuant hereto by the creditor-spouse as set forth herein, including attorney fees and
costs incurred in the enforcement of this paragraph or any other provision of this Agreement. No
obligation created by this Agreement shall be discharged or dischargeable, regardless of Federal
or State law to the contrary, and each party waives any and all right to assert that obligation
hereunder is discharged or dischargeable.
The parties mutually agree that in the event of bankruptcy or financial reorganization
proceedings by either party in the future, any monies to be paid to the other party, or to a third
party, pursuant to the terms of this Agreement shall constitute support and maintenance and shall
not be discharged in bankruptcy.
15. ALIMONY_ SUPPORT_ AND ALIMONY PENDENTE LITE
The parties hereby expressly waive, release, discharge and give up any and all rights or
claims which either may now or hereafter waive for spousal support, alimony, pendent elite,
alimony, or maintenance. The parties further release any rights that they may have to seek
modification of the terms of this Agreement in a court of law or equity, with the understanding
that this Agreement constitutes a final determination for all time of either party's obligations to
contribute to the support or maintenance of the other.
16. TAX MATTERS.
The parties have negotiated this Agreement with the understanding and intention to
divide their mutual property. The parties have determined that such division conforms to a right
and just standard with regard to the rights of each party. The division of existing marital
property is not, except as may be othelWise expressly provided herein, intended by the parties to
constitute in any way a sale or exchange of assets. It is understood that the property transfers
described in this Agreement' fall within the provisions of Section 1041 of the Internal Revenue
Code, and as such will not result in the recognition of any gain or loss upon the transfer by the
transferor.
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17. ATTORNEY FEES. COURT COSTS.
Each party hereby agrees to be solely responsible for his or her own counsel fees, costs
and expenses. Neither shall seek any contribution thereto from the other party except as
otherwise expressly provided herein.
18. ATTORNEYS' FEES FOR ENFORCEMENT.
In the event that either party breaches any provision of this Agreement and the other
party retains counsel to assist in enforcing the terms thereof, the breaching party will pay all
reasonable attorneys' fees, court costs and expenses (including interest and travel costs, if
applicable) which are incurred by the other party in enforcing this Agreement, whether
enforcement is ultimately achieved by litigation or by amicable resolution. It is the specific
Agreement and intent of the parties that a breaching or wrongdoing party shall bear the
obligation of any and all costs, expenses and reasonable counsel fees incurred by the
nonbreaching party in protecting and enforcing this or her rights under this Agreement.
19. WAIVER OF RIGHTS.
Both parties hereby waive the following procedural rights:
(a) The right to obtain an inventory and the appraisement of all marital
and non-marital property;
(b) The right to obtain an income and expense statement of either
party;
(c) The right to have all property identified and appraised;
(d) The right to discovery as provided by the Pennsylvania Rules of
Civil Procedure;
( e) The right to have the court make all determinations regarding
marital and non-marital property, equitable distribution, spousal
support, alimony pendent elite, alimony, counsel fees and costs and
expenses.
20. EFFECT OF DIVORCE DECREE ON AGREEMENT.
Either party may enforce this Agreement as provided in section 31 05(a) of the Divorce
Code, as amended.
As provided m section 31 05( c), provIsIOns of this Agreement regarding equitable
distribution, alimony, alimony pendent elite, counsel fees or expenses shall not be subject to
modification by the court.
21. HEADINGS NOT A PART OF THIS AGREEMENT.
The descriptive headings preceding these paragraphs are for convenience and shall not
affect the meaning, construction or effect this Agreement.
22. SEVERABILITY AND INDEPENDENT AND SEPARATE COVENANTS.
Each separate obligation shall be deemed to be a separate and independent covenant and
agreement. If any term, condition, clause or provision of this Agreement shall be determined or
declared to be void or invalid in law or otherwise, then only that term, condition, clause or
provision shall be stricken from this Agreement and in all other respects this Agreement shall be
valid and continue in full force, effect and operation.
23. MUTUAL COOPERATION.
Wife and Husband shall mutually cooperate with each other in order to carry through the
terms of this Agreement, including but not limited to, the signing of documents.
24. VOID CLAUSES.
If any term, condition, clause or provision of this Agreement shall be determined or
declared to be void or invalid in law or otherwise, then only that term, condition, clause or
provision shall be stricken from this Agreement, and in all other respects this Agreement shall be
valid and continue in full force, effect and operation.
25. APPLICABLE LAW.
This Agreement shall be construed under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
and more specifically under the Divorce Code of 1980, as amended.
26. ENITRE AGREEMENT.
This Agreement contains the entire understanding of the parties, and there are no
representations, warranties, convents or undertakings other than those expressly set forth herein.
27. MODIFICATION OR WAIVER TO BE IN WRITING.
No modification or waiver of any term of this Agreement shall be valid unless in writing
and signed by both parties.
28. NO WAIVER OF DEFAULT.
The failure of either party to insist upon strict performance of any term of this Agreement
shall in no way affect the right of such party hereafter to enforce the term.
29. CONTRACT INTERPRETATION.
For purposes of contract interpretation and for the purposes in resolving any ambiguity
herein, the parties agree that this Agreement was prepared jointly by the parties.
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF (J"'efl.L-,..c J
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On the I;) ~ day of ~ /, , 2007, before me, a
Notary Public in and for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the undersigned officer,
personally appeared Launa V. Snyder, known to me (or satisfactory proven) to be one of
the parties executing the forgoing instrument, and she acknowledges the forgoing
instrument to be her free act and deed.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and notarial seal the day
and years first above written.
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
NOTARIAL SEAL
CARMElO J. CLAUDIO, Notary Public
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
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On the / ~ + day of h l , 2007, before me, a
Notary Public in and for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the undersigned officer,
personally appeared John D. Snyder, known to me (or satisfactory proven) to be one of
the parties executing the forgoing instrument, and she acknowledges the forgoing
instrument to be her free act and deed.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and notarial seal the day
and years first above written.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hands and seals of
the day first above written.
This Agreement is executed in duplicate, and in counterparts. Wife and Husband
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JOHN D. SNYDER,
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ACCEPTANCE OF SERVI~
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AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
1. Complaint in Divorce under Section 3301(c) of the Divorce Code was
filed on July 3, 2003.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken and ninety - (90)
days have elapsed from the date of filing and service of the Complaint.
3. I consent to the entry of a final Decree of Divorce after service of Notice
of Intention to Request Entry of the Decree.
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.s 4904 relating to unsworn
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WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST
ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE UNDER
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1. 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.s 4904 relating to
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JOHN D. SNYD,ER,
Defendant.
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AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
1. A Complaint in Divorce under Section 330 1 (c) of the Divorce Code was
filed on July 3, 2003.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken and ninety - (90)
days have elapsed from the date of filing and service of the Complaint.
3. I consent to the entry ofa final Decree of Divorce after service of Notice
of Intention to Request Entry of the Decree.
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.s 4904 relating to unsworn
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JOHN D. SNYDER,
Defendant.
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WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST
ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE UNDER
S3301 (C) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. 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.s 4904 relating to
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
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vs.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
DIVORCE
JOHN D. SNYDER,
Defendant
NO. 03-3199
PRAECIPE TO TRANSMIT RECORD
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Transmit the record, together with the following information, to the court for entry of an
appropriate decree:
Code.
1. Ground for divorce: irretrievable breakdown under Section 3301(c) of the Divorce
2. Date and manner of service of the complaint: Served via certified mail on or about
July 10, 2003. Acceptance of Service filed simultaneously with this Praecipe.
3. Complete either paragraph (a) or (b).
(a) Date of execution of the affidavit of consent required by Section 3301(c) of the
Divorce Code: by plaintiff on February 1,2007; by defendant February 1,2007.
(b)(l) Date of execution of the plaintiff's affidavit required by Section 3301(d) of the
Divorce Code: N/A;
(2) Date of service of the plaintiff's affidavit upon the defendant: N/A.
4. Related claims pending: None.
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5. Complete either (a) or (b).
a. Date and manner of service of the notice of intention to file praecipe a copy of
which is attached: N/ A.
b. Date Plaintiff's Waiver of Notice was filed with the Prothonotary:
Executed on February 1,2007; filed simultaneously with this Praecipe.
Date Defendant's Waiver of Notice was filed with the Prothonotary:
Executed on February 1,2007; filed simultaneously with this Praecipe.
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Melissa L. VanEck, Esquire
Attorney ID No.: 85869
7810 Allentown Blvd.
Suite B
Harrisburg, P A 17112
(717) 540-5406
Date: 8 - rr ."O!:L
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Melissa L. Van Eck, Esquire, counsel for John D. Snyder, Defendant in the above-
captioned action, hereby certify that a true and correct copy of the foregoing Praecipe to
Transmit Record was served upon Launa V. Snyder by depositing same in the United States
mail, first class, on February 7, 2007, addressed as follows:
Richard C. Rupp
355 North 21 st Street, Suite 205
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Date:
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Melissa L. VanEck, Esquire
7810 Allentown Blvd.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON Pl_EAS
OFCUMBERLANDCOUNTY
STATE OF
Launa V.
Snyder
VERSUS
John D.
Snyder
AND NOW,
DECREED THAT
Launa V.
AND
John D.
PENNA.
No.
03-3199
DECREE IN
None:
The Marital Settlement
DIVORCE
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ARE DIVORCED FROM THE BONDS OF MATRI MONY.
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THE COURT RETAINS JURISDICTION OF THE FOLLOWING CLAIMS WHICH HAVE
Aarpempnt pntprpn
YET BEEN ENTERED;
BEEN RAISED OF RECORD IN THIS ACTION FOR WHICH A FINAL ORDER HAS NOT
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