HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-3186NOTICE TO DEFEND AND CLAIM RIGHTS
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take prompt action. You are warned that if you fail to do so, you
may lose rights and visitation of your child.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO
NOT HAVE A LAWYER, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW.
THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A
LAWYER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE
ABLE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY
OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
32 S. Bedford St.
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-3166
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and
reasonable accommodations available to disabled individuals having business before the court,
please contact our office. All arrangements must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or
business before the court. You must attend the scheduled conference or hearing.
Mallory F. Sherman, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : CIVIL ACTION - LAW IN CUSTODY
Bruce Gessner,
Kingsley G. Sherman, and
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants NO. 08 - 3M6 CIVIL TERM
COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODY
The plaintiff, Mallory F. Sherman, by her attorneys, the Family Law Clinic, sets forth the
following cause of action in custody.
1. The plaintiff is Mallory F. Sherman, residing at 735 27`h Street, Blairsville, PA, Indiana
County, Pennsylvania 15717.
2. The defendant is Bruce Gessner, last known address, 716 Cross Road, Brockport,
Pennsylvania 15823.
3. The defendant is Kingsley G. Sherman residing at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill,
Pennsylvania 15717.
4. The defendant is Theresa L. Sherman residing at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill,
Pennsylvania 15717.
5. Plaintiff seeks primary custody of:
Name Present Residence Age
Jake Nicholas Sherman 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill, PA 17011 3
The child was born out of wedlock.
The child is presently in the custody of Kingsley G. Sherman and Theresa L. Sherman,
who reside at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill, PA 17011.
During the past five years the child has resided with the following persons at the
following addresses:
Persons Address Dates
Kingsley G. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 02/19/05 - Present
Theresa L. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 02/19/05 - Present
Frank N. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 02/19/05 - Present
Miles K. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 05/10/08 - Present
Mallory F. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 02/19/05 - 05/09/2008
The mother of the child is Mallory F. Sherman.
She is single.
The father of the child is Bruce Gessner.
He is single.
6. The relationship of Plaintiff to the child is that of mother. The plaintiff (Mother)
currently resides with the following persons:
Name Relationship to Mother
Erik Smith Boyfriend
7. The relationship of Defendant Bruce Gessner to the child is that of father. Defendant
Bruce Gessner (Father) currently resides with the following persons:
Name Relationship
Unknown
The relationship of Defendant Kingsley F. Sherman to the child is that of maternal
grandfather. Defendant Kingsley F. Sherman (Grandfather) currently resides with the
following persons:
Name Relationship to Grandfather
Theresa L. Sherman Wife
Frank N. Sherman Son
Miles K. Sherman Son
The relationship of Defendant Theresa L. Sherman to the child is that of maternal
grandmother. Defendant Theresa L. Sherman (Grandmother) currently resides with the
following persons:
Name
Relationship to Grandmother
Kingsley F. Sherman Husband
Frank N. Sherman Son
Miles K. Sherman Son
8. Plaintiff has not participated as a party or witness, or in another capacity, in other
litigation concerning the custody of the child in this or another court.
Plaintiff has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the child pending in a
court of this Commonwealth, or any other state.
Plaintiff does not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who has physical
custody of the child or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to the
child.
9. The best interest and permanent welfare of the child will be served by granting the
relief requested because:
a. Mother has been the child's primary caretaker for all of the child's life;
b. The child has medical needs that require Mother's assistance.
c. Mother has permitted contact between Father and the child and will continue to
do so;
d. Mother is willing to accept custody of the child.
10. Each parent whose parental rights to the child have not been terminated and the person
who has physical custody of the child have been named as parties to this action.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the court to grant her and Defendant Bruce
Gessner shared legal custody of the child and to grant Plaintiff primary physical
custody of the child, with the father having periods of partial custody.
Respectfully submitted,
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Angel radley
Certified Legal Intern
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Superv sing Attorn
THE FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-2968
Fax: (717) 243-3639
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in this Complaint for Custody 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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Mallory F. Sherman,
Plaintiff/Petitioner
V.
Bruce Gessner,
Kingsley G. Sherman, and
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants/Respondents
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION -LAW
IN CUSTODY
: No. 08- CIVIL TERM
PETITION FOR SPECIAL RELIEF SEEKING EMERGENCY CUSTODY
PURSUANT TO PA R.C.P. 1915.13
AND NOW, this 19th day of May, 2008, pursuant to Rule 1915.13 of the
Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure, comes the Petitioner, Mallory F. Sherman, by her
attorneys, the Family Law Clinic, seeking emergency custody of the minor child, Jake
Nicholas Sherman, born February 19, 2005. In support of her Petition for Emergency
Relief, Petitioner avers the following:
1. The petitioner is Mallory F. Sherman, an adult individual who resides at 735 27`h
Street, Blairsville, PA 15717.
2. The respondents are Bruce Gessner, an adult individual whose last known address
is 716 Cross Road, Brockport, PA 15823, Kingsley G. Sherman, an adult
individual who resides at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill, PA 17011, and Theresa L.
Sherman, an adult individual who resides at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill, PA
17011.
3. The petitioner is the biological mother (hereinafter "Mother") of the three year old
minor child, Jake Nicholas Sherman, born February 19, 2005 (hereinafter "the
child").
4. The respondents are: Defendant Bruce Gessner, the father (hereinafter "Father")
of the child, Defendant Theresa L. Sherman, the maternal grandmother
(hereinafter "Grandmother") of the child, and Defendant Kingsley G. Sherman,
maternal grandfather (hereinafter "Grandfather") of the child.
5. The child was born out of wedlock.
6. The child has resided at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania since his birth.
7. Mother has been the primary caretaker of the child since his birth.
8. Father has exercised limited periods of partial custody of the child pursuant to an
informal arrangement with Mother.
9. Mother, the child, and Grandmother and Grandfather resided together until May
9, 2008.
10. On May 9, 2008, Mother was preparing to move out of the Camp Hill residence.
Grandmother grabbed Mother's arm and refused to allow Mother to take the child
with her.
11. On May 9, 2008, Grandfather grabbed the hood of Mother's shirt and shoved her
to the ground to prevent her from leaving the residence with the child.
12. Mother called the Hampden Township Police to assist her in removing the child
from the home.
13. Grandmother showed the police officers a copy of an April 6, 2005 Decree which
appointed Grandmother the guardian of the child (a copy of the Decree is attached
as Exhibit A), and the police left the child in Grandmother's custody.
14. On May 9, 2008, Grandmother told the police that she would not return the child
to Mother.
15. Since May 9, 2008, Grandmother and Grandfather have refused to allow Mother
to see her child.
16. Since refusing to return the child to Mother, Grandmother and Grandfather have
not contacted or spoken to Mother directly.
17. There is no current custody order in this matter, and no prior judge has issued an
order in Custody.
18. Mother is filing a Complaint for Custody contemporaneously with this Petition
for Special Relief.
19. Mother believes and therefore avers that it is in the best interests of the minor
child that the Court grant Mother temporary physical and legal custody of the
child, pending further Order of Court.
20. Plaintiff believes and therefore avers that none of the respondents are represented
by legal counsel in this matter.
WHEREFORE, the petitioner, Plaintiff Mallory F. Sherman, respectfully requests
that this Honorable Court restore the status quo by entering an Order granting her
temporary legal and physical custody of the child pending further Order of Court, by
ordering Respondents Kingsley G. Sherman and Theresa L. Sherman to return the child
immediately to Petitioner, by directing that the Cumberland County Sheriff serve the
Order on Respondents Kingsley G. and Theresa L. Sherman and assist in the immediate
return of the child to Petitioner, and by scheduling this matter for hearing or custody
conciliation conference.
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Respectfully submitted,
Angel radley
Certified Legal Intern
ANNE ALD-FOX
Supervising Attorney
FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013-2899
(717) 243-2968
Fax: (717) 243-3639
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in the foregoing Petition for Special Relief are
true and correct, to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I understand
making any false statement would subject me to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. §4904,
relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: S" t -08
Mallory R "Sherman,
Plaintiff/Petitioner
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
IN RE:
JAKE NICHOLAS SHERMAN
. NO. 21-o--6310
ORPHANS' COURT DIVISION
GUARDIAN FOR MINOR
DECREE
AND NOW, this 4day of A-r , 2005, upon consideration of the
Petition for Appointment of Guardian of the Person of a Minor Child Under the Age of
Fourteen Years, filed by Theresa L. Sherman, it is hereby ordered and decreed that
Theresa L. Sherman is appointed guardian of the person of Jake Nicholas Sherman, a
minor,
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Plaintiff
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Bruce Gessner,
Kingsley G. Sherman, and
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
: NO. 08-316L CIVIL TERM
PRAECIPE TO PROCEED IN FORMA PAUPERIS
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly allow Mallory F. Sherman, Plaintiff, to proceed in forma pauperis.
The Family Law Clinic, attorneys for the party proceeding in forma pauperis, certifies
that we believe the party is unable to pay the costs and that we are providing free legal service to
the party.
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Angel Bradley
Certified Legal Intern U
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THOMAS M. PLACE
ANNE MACDONALD-FOX
LUCY JOHNSTON-WALSH
MEGAN RIESMEYER
Supervising Attorneys
FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
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Mallory F. Sherman,
Plaintiff/Petitioner
V.
Bruce Gessner,
Kingsley G. Sherman, and
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants/Respondents
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION -LAW
IN CUSTODY
No. 08- .319J. CIVIL TERM
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this ', day of , 2008, upon consideration of the attached
Petition for Special Relief, it is hereby Ordered as follows:
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Number , Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013,
at which time the parties along with their legal coup appear in person.
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MALLORY F. SHERMAN
PLAINTIFF
V.
BRUCE GESSNER, KINGSLEY G.
SHERMAN, THERESA L. SHERMAN
DEFENDANT
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
2008-3186 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Thursday, May 22, 2008 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Dawn S. Sunday, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 39 West Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 on
Monday, June 16, 2008 at 11:30 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: /s/ Dawn S. Sunday Es q. j JA
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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Mallory F. Sherman,
Plaintiff
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Bruce Gessner,
Kingsley G. Sherman, and
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants
AND NOW, this
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW IN CUSTODY
NO. 08
- 3If
ORDER OF COURT
day of
CIVIL TERM
2008, upon consideration of the
attached complaint, it is hereby directed that the parties and their respective counsel appear
before, , the conciliator, at , on the day of
, 2008, at m., for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such
conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or if this cannot be
accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a
temporary order. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a
temporary or permanent order. The proposed recommended order may contain a requirement
that the parties file a Pretrial Memorandum with the Judge to whom the matter has been
assigned.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection
from Abuse orders, Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours
prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT:
By:
Custody Conciliator
NOTICE TO DEFEND AND CLAIM RIGHTS
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take prompt action. You are warned that if you fail to do so, you
may lose rights and visitation of your child.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO
NOT HAVE A LAWYER, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW.
THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A
LAWYER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE
ABLE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY
OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
32 S. Bedford St.
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-3166
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and
reasonable accommodations available to disabled individuals having business before the court,
please contact our office. All arrangements must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or
business before the court. You must attend the scheduled conference or hearing.
Mallory F. Sherman,
Plaintiff
V.
Bruce Gessner,
Kingsley G. Sherman, and
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW IN CUSTODY
: NO. 08 - Xe6 CIVIL TERM
COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODY
The plaintiff, Mallory F. Sherman, by her attorneys, the Family Law Clinic, sets forth the
following cause of action in custody.
1. The plaintiff is Mallory F. Sherman, residing at 735 271' Street, Blairsville, PA, Indiana
County, Pennsylvania 15717.
2. The defendant is Bruce Gessner, last known address, 716 Cross Road, Brockport,
Pennsylvania 15823.
3. The defendant is Kingsley G. Sherman residing at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill,
Pennsylvania 15717.
4. The defendant is Theresa L. Sherman residing at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill,
Pennsylvania 15717.
5. Plaintiff seeks primary custody of:
Name Present Residence Age
Jake Nicholas Sherman 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill, PA 17011 3
The child was born out of wedlock.
The child is presently in the custody of Kingsley G. Sherman and Theresa L. Sherman,
who reside at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill, PA 17011.
During the past five years the child has resided with the following persons at the
following addresses:
Persons Address Dates
Kingsley G. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 02/19/05 - Present
Theresa L. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 02/19/05 - Present
Frank N. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 02/19/05 - Present
Miles K. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 05/10/08 - Present
Mallory F. Sherman 32 Central Blvd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 02/19/05 - 05/09/2008
The mother of the child is Mallory F. Sherman.
She is single.
The father of the child is Bruce Gessner.
He is single.
6. The relationship of Plaintiff to the child is that of mother. The plaintiff (Mother)
currently resides with the following persons:
Name Relationship to Mother
Erik Smith Boyfriend
7. The relationship of Defendant Bruce Gessner to the child is that of father. Defendant
Bruce Gessner (Father) currently resides with the following persons:
Name Relationship
Unknown
The relationship of Defendant Kingsley F. Sherman to the child is that of maternal
grandfather. Defendant Kingsley F. Sherman (Grandfather) currently resides with the
following persons:
Name Relationship to Grandfather
Theresa L. Sherman Wife
Frank N. Sherman Son
Miles K. Sherman Son
The relationship of Defendant Theresa L. Sherman to the child is that of maternal
grandmother. Defendant Theresa L. Sherman (Grandmother) currently resides with the
following persons:
Name Relationship to Grandmother
Kingsley F. Sherman Husband
Frank N. Sherman Son
Miles K. Sherman Son
8. Plaintiff has not participated as a party or witness, or in another capacity, in other
litigation concerning the custody of the child in this or another court.
Plaintiff has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the child pending in a
court of this Commonwealth, or any other state.
Plaintiff does not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who has physical
custody of the child or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to the
child.
9. The best interest and permanent welfare of the child will be served by granting the
relief requested because:
a. Mother has been the child's primary caretaker for all of the child's life;
b. The child has medical needs that require Mother's assistance.
c. Mother has permitted contact between Father and the child and will continue to
do so;
d. Mother is willing to accept custody of the child.
10. Each parent whose parental rights to the child have not been terminated and the person
who has physical custody of the child have been named as parties to this action.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the court to grant her and Defendant Bruce
Gessner shared legal custody of the child and to grant Plaintiff primary physical
custody of the child, with the father having periods of partial custody.
Respectfully submitted,
Date: '5 LZO In
Angel radley
Certified Legal Intern
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Superv sing AttornTHE FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-2968
Fax: (717) 243-3639
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in this Complaint for Custody 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: 5 ` 1 "A - 0 2 1
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Mallory F. Sherman, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff/Petitioner CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION-LAW IN CUSTODY
Bruce Gessner
Kingsley G. Sherman, and
Theresa L. Sherman, ;
Defendants/Respondents NO. 08 - 3186 CIVIL TERM
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Angel Bradley, Certified Legal Intern, Family Law Clinic, hereby certify that I served
a true and correct copy of the Petition for Special Relief on Kingsley G. Sherman, residing at, 32
Central Blvd., Camp Hill, Pennsylvania 17011 by depositing a copy of the same in the United
States mail, certified, restricted delivery, return receipt requested, postage prepaid. Service was
complete upon receipt by Kingsley G. Sherman, on the 22nd day of May 2008 as evidenced by
the attached green card.
Angel Bradley
Certified gal Intern
Anne d-Fox,
Supervising Attorney
FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-2968
Fax: (717) 243-3639
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Mallory F. Sherman, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff/Petitioner CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : CIVIL ACTION-LAW IN CUSTODY
Bruce Gessner
Kingsley G. Sherman, and
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants/Respondents NO. 08 - 3186 CIVIL TERM
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Angel Bradley, Certified Legal Intern, Family Law Clinic, hereby certify that I served
a true and correct copy of the Petition for Special Relief and Order of Court on Bruce Gessner,
residing at 716 Cross Road, Brockport, Pennsylvania, 15823 by depositing a copy of the same in
the United States mail, certified, restricted delivery, return receipt requested, postage prepaid.
Service was complete upon receipt by Bruce Gessner, on or about the 30'' day of May 2008 as
evidenced by the attached green card.
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Certified Legal Intern
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Supervising Attorney
FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-2968
Fax: (717) 243-3639
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Mallory Sherman, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff/Petitioner CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
Bruce Gessner,
Kingsley G. Sherman and,
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants/Respondents No. 08 - 3186 CIVIL TERM
PETITION TO DISMISS PETITION FOR SPECIAL RELEIF
Plaintiff/Petitioner, Mallory Sherman, by and through her attorneys the Family Law Clinic,
hereby requests that the Court dismiss the Petition for Special Relief filed on May 20, 2008 in the
above-captioned matter. In support of her Petition, Plaintiff/Petitioner avers the following:
1. Plaintiff/Petitioner filed a Petition for Special Relief with the Court on May 20,
2008. Pursuant to Pa R.C.P. 1915.13. An Order of Court was issued by the
Honorable Edward E. Guido on May 21, 2008, scheduling a hearing for June 5,
2008 at 3:15 p.m.
2. Plaintiff/Petitioner has returned to reside at the home of Defendants/Respondents
Kingsley and Theresa Sherman, and no longer wishes to pursue the Special Relief
request, as she now has access to her minor child, Jake Nicholas Sherman.
3. The parties shall proceed in the custody action through the conciliation process..
The conciliation has been scheduled for June 16, 2008.
4. No counsel has entered his or her appearance for the opposing parties in this action
therefore, the Plaintiff/Petitioner was not able to seek concurrence pursuant to
C.C.R.P. 208.2(d). However, Defendants Kingsley and Theresa Sherman and
Defendant Bruce Gessner have expressed their concurrence in canceling the June 5,
2008 hearing.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff/Petitioner requests that the Court vacate the Order of Court of May
21, 2008 thereby canceling the hearing schedule for June 5, 2008.
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Respectfully submitted,
Angel BYadley
Certified Legal Intern
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Su i g Attorney
FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013-2899
(717) 243-2968
Fax: (717) 243-3639
cc: Kingsley and Theresa Sherman
Bruce Gessner
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in this Petition to Dismiss Petition for Special Relief are
true and correct. I understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18
Pa.C.S. §4904 relating to unworn falsification to authorities.
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Mallory. Sherman
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Mallory Sherman,
Plaintiff/Petitioner
V.
Bruce Gessner,
Kingsley G. Sherman
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants/Respondents
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
:NO. 08-3186
ORDER OF COURT
CIVIL TERM
AND NOW, this day of , 2008 upon consideration
of the attached petition, it is hereby ordered that the Petition for Special Relief shall be dismissed
and the hearing scheduled for 3:15 p.m. on June 5, 2008 before the Honorable Edward E. Guido
be cancelled.
BY THE COURT:
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Mallory F. Sherman, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff/Petitioner CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : CIVIL ACTION-LAW IN CUSTODY
Bruce Gessner
Kingsley G. Sherman, and
Theresa L. Sherman,
Defendants/Respondents : NO. 08 - 3186 CIVIL TERM
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Angel Bradley, Certified Legal Intern, Family Law Clinic, hereby certify that I served a
true and correct copy of the Custody Complaint and Order of Court on Kingsley G. Sherman,
residing at 32 Central Blvd., Camp Hill, Pennsylvania 17011 by depositing a copy of the same in
the United States mail, certified, restricted delivery, return receipt requested, postage prepaid.
Service was complete upon receipt by Kingsley G. Sherman, on June 3, 2008 as evidenced by
the attached green card.
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Angel Bradley
Ce 'fied Legal Intern
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Lucy ohnston-Walsh
Megan Riesmeyer
Supervising Attorneys
FAMILY LAW CLINIC
45 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-2968
Fax: (717) 243-3639
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item 4 if Restricted Delivery is desired.
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so that we can return the card to you.
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or on the front if space permits.
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MALLORY F. SHERMAN IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. 2008-3186 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRUCE GESSNER, KINGSLEY G.
SHERMAN, THERESA L. SHERMAN
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this ?i day of ?? , 2008, upon
consideration of the attached Custody p
Conciliation R? ortit is ordered and directed as follows:
The Complaint for Custody filed by the Plaintiff, Mallory F. Sherman, in this matter is
withdrawn and dismissed.
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cc: ? gel Bradley and Lucy Johnston Walsh, Esquire -Counsel for Mother
rschel Lock, Esquire - Counsel for Maternal Grandparents
ruce Gessner, Father
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MALLORY F. SHERMAN
Plaintiff
VS.
BRUCE GESSNER, KINGSLEY G.
SHERMAN, THERESA L. SHERMAN
Defendant
2008-3186 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME
Jake Nicholas Sherman
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DATE OF BIRTH
February 19, 2005
2. A custody conciliation conference was held on June 16, 2008, with the following individuals
in attendance: the Mother's counsel, Angel Bradley and Lucy Johnston Walsh, Esquire. Neither the
Mother, the Father, nor the Maternal Grandparents were present at the conference although the
conciliator was advised that Herschel Lock represents the Maternal Grandparents.
3. The Mother's counsel indicated that the Mother decided not to pursue her Complaint for
Custody immediately preceding the conference. Presumably the Mother had been able to contact the
other parties prior to their arrival at the conference, which explains their absence.
4. In light of the Mother's decision to withdraw her Complaint for Custody as represented by
her counsel at the conference, the conciliator recommends an Order in the form as attached.
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Date Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator