HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-7118ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR., : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - Ali CIVIL TERM
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant. IN DIVORCE
NOTICE
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take prompt action. You are warned that if you fail to do so, the case
may proceed without you and a decree in divorce or annulment may be entered against you by
the court. A judgment may also be entered against you for any other claim or relief requested in
these papers by the plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you,
including custody or visitation of your children.
When the ground for divorce is indignities or irretrievable breakdown of the marriage,
you may request marriage counseling. A list of marriage counselors is available in the Office of
the Prothonotary, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013.
IF YOU DO NOT FILE A CLAIM FOR ALIMONY, DIVISION OF PROPERTY,
LAWYER'S FEES OR EXPENSES BEFORE A DIVORCE OR ANNULMENT IS
GRANTED, YOU MAY LOSE THE RIGHT TO CLAIM ANY OF THEM.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU
DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE
THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL
HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
717-249-3166
1-800-990-9108
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.
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR.,
Plaintiff,
V.
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant.
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 -711P CIVIL TERM
IN DIVORCE
COMPLAINT IN DIVORCE PURSUANT TO
SECTIONS 3301(C) AND (D OF THE DIVORCE CODE
AND NOW, comes the Plaintiff, Robert W. Shields, Jr., by and through his attorneys, Irwin,
& McKnight, P.C. and files this Complaint in Divorce against the Defendant, Gretchen E. Sheilds,
representing as follows:
1. The Plaintiff is Robert W. Shields, Jr., an adult individual residing at 89 Channel
Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013.
2. The Defendant is Gretchen E. Shields, an adult individual currently residing at
1640 Spring Road, Apartment #2, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013.
3. The Plaintiff and Defendant have been residents of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania at least six months prior to the filing of this action in divorce.
4. The Plaintiff and the Defendant were married on December 30, 2001 in
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
5. There have been no prior actions of divorce or for annulment between the parties.
6. Pursuant to the Divorce Code, Sections 3301(c) and 3301(d), the Plaintiff avers as
the grounds upon which this action is based that the marriage between the parties is irretrievably
broken.
7. The Plaintiff avers that she has been advised of the availability of counseling and
that said party has the right to request that the court require the parties to participate in
counseling.
8. The cause of action and sections of the Divorce Code under which Plaintiff is
proceeding are:
(a) §3301(c). The marriage of the parties is irretrievably broken; and
(b) §3301(d). The marriage of the parties is irretrievably broken and, at the
appropriate time, Plaintiff will submit an affidavit stating that the parties have been living
separate and apart for a period of at least two (2) years.
WHEREFORE, the Plaintiff respectfully requests judgment dissolving the marriage
between the two parties.
Respectfully submitted,
IRWIN & McKNIGHT, P.C.
Dated: October 16, 2009 By:
MarcusK. Mc ight, I, Esquire
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Supreme Court I. No-
West Pomfret Proessional Building
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013-3222
(717) 249-2353
VERIFICATION
The foregoing Complaint in Divorce is based upon information which has been gathered
by counsel and myself in the preparation of this action. I have read the statements made in this
document and they are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I
understand that false statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S.A. Section
4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR
Date: October 16, 2009
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR.,
Plaintiff,
V.
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant.
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009- CIVIL TERM
IN DIVORCE
PLAINTIFF'S MARRIAGE COUNSELING AFFIDAVIT
The plaintiff, being duly sworn according to law, deposes and says:
1. I have been advised of the availability of marriage counseling and understand that I
may request that the court require that my spouse and I participate in counseling.
2. I understand that the court maintains a list of marriage counselors in the
Prothonotary's Office, which list is available to me upon request.
3. Being so advised, I do not request that the court require that my spouse and I
participate in counseling prior to a divorce decree being handed down.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904 relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: October 16, 2009 A&-? A - J
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ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR., : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - 7118 CIVIL TERM
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS, IN DIVORCE
Defendant. 2009 -7119 CIVIL TERM
IN CUSTODY
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE
I, ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR., a competent adult, being duly sworn according to law,
depose and say that at approximately on October 20 i 2009, I personally served by
hand delivery to Gretchen E. Shields the Complaint in Divorce in reference to the above-
captioned case as well as the Complaint for Custody:
To: Gretchen E. Shields
1640 Spring Road, Apartment #2
Carlisle, PA 17013
I verify that the statements in this return of service are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S.A Section 4904 relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: QCt'p,{ `P?? 0D q
Sworn and subscribed
before me this a f J" day
of October.,M. _
ROBERT W. SHIELDS,
Notarial Se*
is L. Noel, Notary public
ItOro, Cumberland County
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OF THE F- ; ,TARY
2009 OCT 21 PH 3: 19
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ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR.,
Plaintiff,
V.
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009- 7118
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant.
IN DIVORCE
CIVIL TERN co
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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST
ENTRY OF 3301(d) DIVORCE DECREE
To: GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS
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You have been sued in an action for divorce. You have failed to answer the Complaint or file a
Counter-Affidavit to the Section 3301(d) affidavit. Therefore, on or after March 5, 2012, the
other party can request the Court to enter a final Decree in Divorce.
If you do not file with the Prothonotary of the Court an answer with your signature
notarized or verified or a Counter-Affidavit by the above date, the Court can enter a final Decree
in Divorce. A Counter-Affidavit which you may file with the Prothonotary of the Court is
attached to this notice.
Unless you have already filed with the Court a written claim for economic relief, you
must do so by the above date or the Court may grant the divorce and you will lose forever the
right to ask for economic relief. The filing of the form Counter-Affidavit alone does not protect
your economic claims.
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. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH
INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORT TO HIRE
A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE WITH INFORMATION
ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE
PERSONS AT A REDUCED OR NO FEE.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
717-249-3166
1-800-990-9108
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR.,
Plaintiff,
V.
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant.
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - 7118 CIVIL TERM
IN DIVORCE
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NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT
If you wish to deny any of the statements set forth in this affidavit, you must file a counter-
affidavit within twenty (20) days after this affidavit has been served on you or the statements will
be admitted.
PLAINTIFF'S AFFIDAVIT UNDER SECTION 3301(d)
OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1.
The parties to this action separated on or about September 12, 2009, and have continued
to live separate and apart for a period of at least two years.
2.
The marriage is irretrievably broken.
3.
I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property, lawyer's fees
or expenses if I do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. of 4904 relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: / _ 7 L
/kz?-OBERT W. SHIELDS, .
Plaintiff
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR.,
Plaintiff,
V.
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - 7118 CIVIL TERM
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant.
1. Check either (a) or (b):
IN DIVORCE
COUNTER-AFFIDAVIT
UNDER SECTION 3301(d)
OF THE DIVORCE CODE
(a) I do not oppose the entry of a divorce decree.
(b) I oppose the entry of a divorce decree because (Check (i), (ii) or both):
(i) The parties to this action have not lived separate and
apart for a period of at least two years.
(ii) The marriage is not irretrievably broken.
2. Check either (a) or (b):
(a) I do not with to make any claims for economic relief. 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.
(b) I wish to claim economic relief which may include alimony, division of
property, lawyer's fees or expenses or other important rights.
I understand that in addition to checking (b) above, I must also file all of my economic
claims with the Prothonotary in writing and serve them on the other party. If I fail to do so
before the date set forth on the Notice of Intention to Request Divorce Decree, the divorce decree
may be entered without further delay.
I verify that the statements made in this counter-affidavit are true and correct. I
understand that false statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. Section
4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS
Defendant
Date:
NOTICE
IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO OPPOSE THE ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE
AND YOU DO NOT WISH TO MAKE ANY CLAIM FOR ECONOMIC RELIEF, YOU
SHOULD NOT FILE THIS COUNTER-AFFIDAVIT.
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR., : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - 7118 CIVIL TERM
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS, lT
Defendant. IN DIVORCE -a
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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST x? ma `r'
ENTRY OF 3301(d) DIVORCE DECREE E?
To: GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS
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You have been sued in an action for divorce. You have failed to answer the Complain t or fi le a
Counter-Affidavit to the Section 3301(d) affidavit. Therefore, on or after A pril 16. 2012, the
other party can request the Court to enter a final Decree in Divorce.
If you do not file with the Prothonotary of the Court an answer with your signature
notarized or verified or a Counter-Affidavit by the above date, the Court can enter a final Decree
in Divorce. A Counter-Affidavit which you may file with the Prothonotary of the Court is
attached to this notice.
Unless you have already filed with the Court a written claim for economic relief, you
must do so by the above date or the Court may grant the divorce and you will lose forever the
right to ask for economic relief. The filing of the form Counter-Affidavit alone does not protect
your economic claims.
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. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH
INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORT TO HIRE
A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE WITH INFORMATION
ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE
PERSONS AT A REDUCED OR NO FEE.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
717-249-3166
1-800-990-9108
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ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR., : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - 7118 CIVIL TERM
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant. IN DIVORCE
PLAINTIFF'S AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
1. A complaint in divorce under Section 3301(c) and (d) of the Divorce Code was filed on
October 16. 2009.
2. The marriage of plaintiff and defendant is irretrievably broken and ninety days have elapsed
from the date of the filing of the complaint.
>. I consent to the entry of a final decree in divorce.
4. I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property, lawyer's fees or
expenses if I do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I understand that false
statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C. S. Section 4904 relating to unsworn
falsification to authorities.
Date: May 21, 2012
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR.
Plaintiff
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Plaintiff,
v.
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant.
: IN THE CO?
: CUMBERLAND CO
NION PLEAS OF
, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - 7118 CIVIL TERM
IN DIVORCE
WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST
ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE UNDER
SECTION 3301(c) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. I consent to the entry of a final Decree of Divorce without notice.
2. 1 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 made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904 relating to unsworn
falsification to authorities.
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Date: MAY 21 , 2012
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR.
Plaintiff
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ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR., IN, K&@V q O VIMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff, : CUMBMAND/COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - 7118 CIVIL TERM
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant. IN DIVORCE
To the Prothonotary:
PRAECIPE TO TRANSMIT RECORD
Transmit the record, together with the following information, to the court for entry of a divorce decree:
1. Ground for Divorce: irretrievable breakdown under Section 3301(c) and or (d) of the Divorce Code.
2. Date and manner of service of complaint: A certified copy of the Complaint in Divorce was served upon the
defendant, Gretchen E. Shields, on or about December 20, 2009, by personal service at her address of 1640 Spring Road,
Apartment 42, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, 17015, a copy of the Affidavit of Service was filed on October 2 I, 2009.
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: May 21, 2012 by defendant: ---
(b)(1) Date of execution or- the affidavit required by Section 3301(d) of the Divorce Code:
January 27, 2012.
(b)(2) Date of filing and service of the plaintiffs affidavit upon the defendant: Filed February 9, 2012
and served on or about Apri17, 2012.
4. Related claims pending: NONE.
Complete either (a) or (b).
(a) Date and manner of service of the Notice of Intention to file Praecipe to Transmit Record, a copy
of which is attached: Service was attempted on March 21, 2012 by Certified Mail but was unclaimed. Service was by
Regular Mail on or about April 6, 2012 by Regular Mail. Said mailing was not returned to sender.
May 22, 2012.
Date defendant's Waiver of Notice in Section 3,?61(c) Divorce was filed with the Prothonotary:
A. NlWinight, III, Esquire
Atto ey for Plaintiff
(b) Date plaintiffs Waiver of Notice in Section 3301(c) Divorce was filed with the Prothonotary:
Date: May 22, 2012
LAW OFFICES
IRWIN & McKNIGHT, P. C.
ROGER B. IRWIN
MARCUS A. MCKNIGHT 111
DOUGLAS G. MILLER
STEPHEN L, BLOOM
.WATTHEW A. McKNIGHT
WEST POMFRET PROFESSIONAL BUILDING
60 WEST POMFRET STREET
CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA 17013-3222
(717) 249-2353
FAX (717) 249-6354
WWW IRWINMCKNIGHT COM
HAROLD S. IRWIN (1925-1977)
HAROLD S. IRWIN. JR. (1951-1986)
IRWIN. IRWIN & IRWIN (1956-1986)
IRWIN. IRWIN & McKNIGHT (1986-1994)
IRWIN. A&KNIGHT & HUGHES (1994-2003)
IRWIN & U, KNIGHT (2003-2008)
March 21, 2012
Via Certified Mail 7010 0290 0000 6471 3127
Ms. Gretchen E. Shields
5550 State Route 209
Lykens, PA 17048
Re: Robert W. Shields,,Jr. Plaintiff v. Gretchen E. Shields, Defendant
No. 2009 - 7118
Dear Ms. Shields:
This letter is to advise you that I have filed Plaintiff s Affidavit Under Section 3301(d) of
the Divorce Code as well as the Notice of Intention to Request Entry of 3301(d) Divorce Decree.
Also enclosed with this letter is the Counter-Affidavit Under Section 3301(d) of the
Divorce Code. If you do not respond by filing all of your economic claims with the Prothonotary
in writing on or before April 16, 2012, 1 will proceed with finalizing the above-captioned
divorce.
&McKNIGHT, P.C.
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Plaintiff, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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2009 - 7118 CIVIL TERM ?,--
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant. IN DIVORCE
NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT
If you wish to deny any of the statements set forth in this affidavit, you must file a counter-
affidavit within twenty (20) days after this affidavit has been served on you or the statements will
be admitted.
PLAINTIFF'S AFFIDAVIT UNDER SECTION 3301(d)
OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1.
The parties to this action separated on or about September 12, 2009, and have continued
to live separate and apart for a period of at least two years.
The marriage is irretrievably broken.
2.
3.
I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property, lawyer's fees
or expenses if I do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. of 4904 relating t?
unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: ?'" 02 7 r L
ROBERT W. SHIELDS,
Plaintiff
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR.,
Plaintiff,
V.
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS,
Defendant.
1. Check either (a) or (b):
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - 7118 CIVIL TERM
IN DIVORCE
COUNTER-AFFIDAVIT
UNDER SECTION 3301(d)
OF THE DIVORCE CODE
(a) I do not oppose the entry of a divorce decree.
(b) I oppose the entry of a divorce decree because (Check (i), (ii) or both):
(i) The parties to this action have not lived separate and
apart for a period of at least two years.
(ii) The marriage is not irretrievably broken.
2. Check either (a) or (b):
__ (a) I do not with to make any claims for economic relief. 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.
__ (b) I wish to claim economic relief which may include alimony, division of
property, lawyer's fees or expenses or other important rights.
ROBERT W. SHIELDS, JR., : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff, : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYL VANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
2009 - 7118 CIVIL TER MUD ZZ
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS, -n. ? n -;-:
Defendant. IN DIVORCE `?'?? r`'
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST
ENTRY OF 3301(d) DIVORCE DECREE
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To: GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS
You have been sued in an action for divorce. You have failed to answer the Complaint or file a
Counter-Affidavit to the Section 3301(d) affidavit. Therefore, on or after April 16, 2012, the
other party can request the Court to enter a final Decree in Divorce.
If you do not file with the Prothonotary of the Court an answer with your signature
notarized or verified or a Counter-Affidavit by the above date, the Court can enter a final Decree
in Divorce. A Counter-Affidavit which you may file with the Prothonotary of the Court is
attached to this notice.
Unless you have already filed with the Court a written claim for economic relief, you
must do so by the above date or the Court may grant the divorce and you will lose forever the
right to ask for economic relief. The filing of the form Counter-Affidavit alone does not protect
your economic claims.
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. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH
INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORT TO HIRE
A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE WITH INFORMATION
ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE
PERSONS AT A REDUCED OR NO FEE.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
717-249-3166
1-800-990-9108
I understand that in addition to checking (b) above, I must also file all of my economic
claims with the Prothonotary in writing and serve them on the other party. If I fail to do so
before the date set forth on the Notice of Intention to Request Divorce Decree, the divorce decree
may be entered without further delay.
I verify that the statements made in this counter-affidavit are true and correct. I
understand that false statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. Section
4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS
Defendant
Date:
NOTICE
IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO OPPOSE THE ENTRY OF A DIVORCE DECREE
AND YOU DO NOT WISH TO MAKE ANY CLAIM FOR ECONOMIC RELIEF, YOU
SHOULD NOT FILE THIS COUNTER-AFFIDAVIT.
S-,b
ROBERT W. SHEILDS, JR.
V.
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS
DIVORCE DECREE
AND NOW, ?., (Z- , it is ordered and decreed that
ROBERT W. SHEILDS, JR.
GRETCHEN E. SHIELDS
bonds of matrimony.
, plaintiff, and
defendant, are divorced from the
Any existing spousal support order shall hereafter be deemed an order for
alimony pendente lite if any economic claims remain pending.
The court retains jurisdiction of any claims raised by the parties to this action
for which a final order has not yet been entered. Those claims are as follows: (If no
claims remain indicate "None.")
None.
Court,
Thomas A. Placey
common Pleas Judg
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2009 - 7118
Attest:
J.
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