HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-8834IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
JONATHAN E. BATZEL,
Plaintiff
VS.
AMBER E. BATZEL,
Defendant
No. WY for 2009
IN CUSTODY
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NOTICE
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following pages, you must take action within twenty (20) days after this complaint and notice are
served, by entering a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with the court
your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned that if you fail to do
so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you by the court without
further notice for any money claimed in the complaint or for any other claim or relief requested by
the plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE
A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH
BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-3166
NOTICIA
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expuestas en las paginas siguientes, usted tiene viente (20) dias de plazo al partir de la fecha de la
demanda y la notificacion. Usted debe presentar una apariencia escrita o en persona o por abogado y
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LLEVE ESTA DEMANDAA UN ABOGADO IMMEDIATAMENTE. SI NO TIENE ABOGADO
O SI NO TIENE EL DINERO SOFICIENTE DE PAGAR TAL SERVICO, VAYA EN PERSONAL
O LLAME POR TELEFONO A LA OFICINA CUYA DIRECCION SE ENCUENTRA ESCRITA
ABAJO PARA AVERIGUAR DONDE SE PUEDE CONSEGUIR ASISTENCIA LEGAL.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-3166
LAW OFFICE OF SEAN M. SHULTZ, P.C.
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Attorney ID No. 90946
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 701-8412
Attorneys for Plaintiff
4 Irvine Row
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
JONATHAN E. BATZEL, No. Way for 2009
Plaintiff IN CUSTODY
vs.
AMBER E. BATZEL, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant
COMPLAINT FOR PRIMARY CUSTODY
AND NOW, this day of December, 2009, comes Plaintiff, Jonathan E. Batzel, by and
through his attorneys, Law Office of Sean M. Shultz, P.C., and files the following Complaint for
Primary Custody, and in support thereof avers as follows:
1. Plaintiff is Jonathan E. Batzel, who resides at 532 North Pitt Street, Carlisle,
Pennsylvania 17013.
2. Defendant is Amber E. Batzel, who resides at 532 North Pitt Street, Carlisle,
Pennsylvania 17013.
3. Plaintiff seeks primary custody of the following children:
Name Present Residence Age D/O/B
Jaden A. Batzel 532 North Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA 17013 7 05/04/02
Autumn G. Batzel 532 North Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA 17013 4 02/08/05
Savannah W. Batzel 532 North Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA 17013 3 09/10/06
The children were not born out of wedlock.
The children are presently in the physical custody of the Plaintiff and the Defendant.
During the past five years, the children have resided with the following persons and at the
following addresses:
a. From December 2004 to 2005, with the parties, at 814 Franklin Street,
Carlisle, Pennsylvania;
b. From 2005 to 2006, with the parties, at 332 South Hanover Street, Carlisle,
Pennsylvania;
C. From 2006 to 2007, with the parties, at 100 B Street, Plainfield,
Pennsylvania;
d. From 2007 to August 2007, with the parties, on Spring Road, North Middleton
Township, Pennsylvania; and
e. From August 2007 to present, with the parties, at 532 North Pitt Street,
Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
The mother of the children is Amber E. Batzel, and she currently resides at 532 North Pitt
Street, Carlisle, Pennsylvania. She is married to the Plaintiff.
The father of the children is Jonathan E. Batzel, and he currently resides at 532 North Pitt
Street, Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He is married to the Defendant.
4. The relationship of Plaintiff to the children is that of natural father. He currently
resides with the Defendant and the children.
5. The relationship of Defendant to the children is that of natural mother. She currently
resides with the Plaintiff and the children.
6. Plaintiff has not participated as a party or witness, or in any other capacity, in other
litigation concerning the custody of the children in this or another court.
The Plaintiff has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the custody of the
children in this or any other court.
The Plaintiff does not know of a person not a party to the proceedings who has physical
custody of the children or claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to them.
7. On December 15, 2009, Defendant spent the night in jail after being cited for public
drunkenness.
8. Defendant has admitted to Plaintiff that she has blacked out while drinking.
9. Defendant is responsible for the children's care during the day.
10. Defendant has frequently stayed out all night partying and drinking, causing Plaintiff
to be late for work because he has to care for the children.
11. The family primarily relies on Plaintiff's income for support and Defendant's actions
continue to jeopardize Plaintiff's employment.
12. The best interests and permanent welfare of the children will be served best by
granting the relief requested because:
a) The Plaintiff provides the children with a home with adequate moral,
emotional and physical surroundings as required to meet their needs;
b) The Plaintiff is, and has always been, willing to accept custody of the children;
and
c) The Plaintiff continues to exercise parental duties and responsibilities and
enjoys the love and affection of the children.
13. Each parent whose parental rights to the children have not been terminated and the
person who has physical custody of the children have been named as parties to this action. There are
no other persons who are known to have or claim a right to custody or visitation of the children.
14. Plaintiff requests shared legal custody of the children, with Plaintiff having primary
physical custody of the children.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests Your Honorable Court grant him shared legal
custody and primary physical custody of Jaden A. Batzel, Autumn G. Batzel, and Savannah W.
Batzel.
Respectfully submitted,
LAW OFFICE OF SEAN M. SHULTZ, P.C.
Sean M. Shultz, Esquire
Attorney ID No. 90946
4 Irvine Row
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 701-8412
Attorneys for Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
JONATHAN E. BATZEL, No. for 2009
Plaintiff
vs.
AMBER E. BATZEL,
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in the foregoing Complaint are true and correct to the best of
our knowledge, information and belief. I understand that false statements herein are made subject to
the penalties of 18 Pa. C. S. Section 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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Jonathan E. Batzel
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
JONATHAN E BATZEL Mn fnr 7(1(19
Plaintiff
VS.
AMBER E. BATZEL,
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 28`b day of December 2009, I, Sean M. Shultz, Esquire, hereby certify that I
have this day served the following person with a copy of the foregoing Complaint by U.S. regular
mail, and by Certified mail, Restricted Delivery, Return Receipt Requested, as follows:
Amber E. Batzel
532 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Defendant
LAW OFFICE OF SEAN M. SHULTZ, P.C.
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Attorney ID No. 90946
4 Irvine Row
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 701-8412
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JONATHAN E. BATZEL IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
AMBER E. BATZEL
DEFENDANT
2009-8834 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Wednesday, December 30, 2009 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Jacqueline M. Verney, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Thursday, January. 28, 2010 at 8:30 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT.
By: /s/ ac ueline M. Verne Es .
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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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
JONATHAN E. BATZEL,
Plaintiff
vs. .
AMBER E. BATZEL, .
Defendant :
No. 8834 for 2009
IN CUSTODY
CIVIL ACTION -LAW
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
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AND NOW, this ~ 5~ciay of January, 2010, I, Sean M. Shultz, Esquire, hereby certify that
the following person was served with a True and Correct copy of the Complaint in Custody filed in
the above-referenced matter. The Complaint was mailed on December 28, 2009, but actual service
took place on December 30, 2009, by Defendant signing for a copy which was mailed in the United
States Mail, Certified Mail--Return Receipt Requested, Restricted Delivery, Postage Prepaid,
addressed as follows:
Amber E. Batzel
532 North Pitt Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
A copy of the signed Domestic Return Receipt is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and by
reference incorporated herein and made a part hereof.
Respectfully submitted,
LAW~FFICE OF SEAN M. SHULTZ, P.C.
S~ M. Shultz, Esquire
Attorney ID No. 90946
4 Irvine Row
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 701-8412
Attorneys for Plaintiff
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JONATHAN E. BATZEL,
Plaintiff
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Defendant
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JONATHAN E. BATZEL, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVAiN14
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V. : NO. 2009-8834 CIVIL ACTION -
AMBER E. BATZEL
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
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AND NOW this
day of ? y hC. , 2011, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
The prior Order of Court dated February 1, 2010 is hereby vacated.
2. The Father, Jonathan E. Batzel and the Mother, Amber E. Batzel, shall
have shared legal custody of Jaden A. Batzel, born May 4, 2002, Autumn G. Batzel, born
February 8, 2005 and Savannah W. Batzel, born September 10, 2006. Each parent shall
have an equal right, to be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-
emergency decisions affecting the Children's general well-being including, but not
limited to, all decisions regarding their health, education and religion. Pursuant to the
terms of 23 Pa.C.S. §5309, each parent shall be entitled to all records and information
pertaining to the child including, but not limited to medical, dental, religious or school
records, the residence address of the children and the other parent. To the extent one
parent has possession of any such records or information, that parent shall be required to
share the same, or copies thereof, with the other parent within such reasonable time as to
make the records and information of reasonable use to the other parent. Both parents
shall be entitled to full participation in all educational and medical/treatment planning
meetings and evaluations with regard to the minor children. Each parent shall be entitled
to full and complete information from any physician, dentist, teacher or authority and
copies of any reports given to them as parents including, but not limited to: medical
records, birth certificates, school or educational attendance records or report cards.
Additionally, each parent shall be entitled to receive copies of any notices which come
from school with regard to school pictures, extracurricular activities, children's parties,
musical presentations, back-to-school nights, and the like.
2. During the school year, Mother shall have primary physical custody of the
children.
3. During the school year, Father shall have the following periods of partial
physical custody:
A. Three overnights per week to coincide with his two days off. Father
shall be responsible for getting the children to school two mornings per
week but on the third morning if it is a school day, the parties shall meet at
the West Pennsboro Park.
B. One every per week at Father's discretion from 3:00 p.m. or after
school to 7:00 p.m. Father shall give Mother at least 24 hour notice of the
day.
4. During the summer, the parties shall share physical custody of the
children. For Week 1 Father shall have three overnights and for Week 2, Father shall
four overnights. For both weeks Father's overnights shall coincide with his days off, the
fourth overnight to be added at the end of Father's period of physical custody. Pick up
time for Father shall be 3:00 p.m. at the start of his custodial period and 7:00 p.m. at the
end of his custodial period.
Holidays:
A. Easter, July 4t" and Thanksgiving shall be alternated from 8:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. Mother shall have physical custody of the children on July 4I' in
2010 and Father shall have physical custody of the children on Easter and
Thanksgiving in 2010.
B. Christmas shall be divided into two Blocks. Block A shall be from
Christmas Eve at 12:00 noon to Christmas Day at 12:00 noon and Block B
shall be from 12:00 noon on Christmas Day to December 26 at 12:00
noon. Mother shall have physical custody of the children for Block A in
even numbered years and Block B in odd numbered years. Father shall
have physical custody of the children for Block A in odd numbered years
and Block B in even numbered years.
C. The parties shall share physical custody of the children on trick or treat
night with both parties taking the children trick or treating from 6:00 p.m.
to 8:00 p.m.
D. Each party shall have physical custody of the children for up to seven
(7) consecutive days of vacation provided they give the other party thirty
(30) days notice
E. Mother shall have physical custody of the children for Mother's Day
from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Father shall have physical custody of the
children for Father's Day from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
6. Transportation shall be shared such that the parties shall exchange
physical custody at the West Pennsboro Park, except when either party exercises the
babysitting clause, in which case they shall be responsible for all transportation.
7. Each party shall keep the other apprised of any and all matters relating to
the children's health, education, welfare and activities.
8. Each party shall be responsible for the day-to-day decisions while he or
she has custody of the children. Neither party has the right to make a unilateral decision
regarding medical treatment (other than emergency treatment). Any decisions regarding
medical treatment (other than emergency treatment) to be rendered to the children shall
be made jointly.
9. In the event that either party is in need of a babysitter for the children for
two hours or more, they shall give the other party the option of having the children during
that time.
10. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a
Custody Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order
by mutual consent. No modification shall be enforceable unless it is in writing and
signed by both parties. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall
control.
BY THE COURT,
M.L. Ebert, Jr., J.
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cc: Harold S. Irwin, III, Esquire, Counsel for Father CMwjg-a
Garrett Bouwer, certified legal intern, Counsel for Mother IV Pu ! if
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JONATHAN E. BATZEL,
Plaintiff
V.
AMBER E. BATZEL,
Defendant
PRIOR JUDGE: M. L. Ebert, Jr., J.
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2009-8834 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
1. The pertinent information concerning the Children who are the subject of
this litigation is as follows:
NAME
DATE OF BIRTH
CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Jaden A. Batzel
Autumn G. Batzel
Savannah W. Batzel
May 4, 2002
February 8, 2005
September 10, 2006
Mother
Mother
Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on June 17, 2011, with
the following in attendance: The Father, Jonathan E. Batzel, with his counsel, Harold S.
Irwin. III, Esquire, and the Mother, Amber E. Batzel, with her counsel, Garret Brouwer,
certified legal intern, and Megan Riesmeyer, Esquire, Family Law Clinic.
3. The Honorable M.L. Ebert, Jr. previously entered an Order of Court dated
February 1, 2010 providing for shared legal custody, Mother having primary physical
with Father having three overnights per week.
4. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
Date: L-1?? VV L V
acq 'ne M. Verney, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
JONATHAN E. BATZEL, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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Defendant : IN CUSTODY C-
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
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I, Anna Strawn, Certified Legal Intern, the Community Law Clinic, hereby certify tha t I am
serving a true and correct copy of a Petition to Modify Custody Order on Jonathan E. Batzel, 52
Pitt St., Carlisle, PA 17013, by first class United States Mail.
Date a Strawn
Certified Legal Intern
COMMUNITY LAW CLINIC
371 W. South St.
Carlisle, PA 17013
717-243-2968
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AMBER E. BATZEL.
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ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, __ Monday, July 23, 2012 , upon consideration of the attached Compla
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Jacqueline M. Verney, Esq. the a
at 4th Floor, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle on Tuesday, August 28, 2012 _
at 8:
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in disl
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a tern
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/ ac Ueline M. Verne Es .
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Am(
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 arrangen
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the sch
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.
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Defendant
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I, Anna Strawn, Certified Legal Intern, the Community Law Clinic, hereby certify that
am serving a true and correct copy of the Order of Court on Jonathan E. Batzel, 52 N. Pitt St.,
Carlisle, PA 17013, by first class United States Mail.
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Certified Legal Intern
COMMUNITY LAW CLINIC
371 W. South St.
Carlisle, PA 17013
717-243-2968
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JONATHAN E. BATZEL,
Plaintiff
V.
AMBER E. BATZEL,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
N0.2009-8834
CIVIL ACTION -LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this ~'1~~ day of S 8 o T_ , 201' upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The prior Order of Court dated June 21, 2011 shall remain in full force
and effect with the following modifications.
2. The parties shall cooperate with therapeutic family counseling to be
scheduled by Father. The parties shall share the cost of said counseling.
3. Father's girlfriend shall not transport the children. Father's girlfriend shall
not partake in illegal drugs or use alcohol to the point of intoxication immediately before
or during her periods of supervising the children.
4. Holidays:
A. Easter, July 4th and Thanksgiving shall be alternated from 3:00 p.m. the
day before the holiday to 6:00 p.m. the day of the holiday. Mother shall
have physical custody of the children on July 4th in 2012 and Father shall
have physical custody of the children on Easter and Thanksgiving in 2012.
B. Christmas shall be divided into two Blocks. Block A shall be from
Christmas Eve at 3:00 p.m. to Christmas Day at 3:00 p.m. and Block B
shall be from 3:00 p.m. on Christmas Day to 3:00 p.m. on December 26.
Mother shall have physical custody of the children for Block A in even
numbered years and Block B in odd numbered years. Father shall have
physical custody of the children for Block A in odd numbered years and
Block B in even numbered years.
C. The parties alternate Trick or Treat night from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
with Mother having physical custody of the children in even numbered
years and Father having physical custody of the children in odd numbered
years.
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D. Each party shall be physical custody of the children for up to seven (7)
consecutive days of vacation provided they give the other party thirty (30)
prior written notice.
E. Mother shall have physical custody of the children on Mother's Day
from 3:00 p.m. the day before to 6:00 p.m. the day of the holiday. Father shall have
physical custody of the children on Father's Day from 3:00 p.m. the day before to 6:00
p.m. the day of the holiday.
5. RELOCATION: No party shall be permitted to relocate the residence of
the children which significantly impairs the ability to exercise custody unless every
individual who has custodial rights to the children consents to the proposed relocation or
the court approves the proposed relocation. A person proposing to relocate MUST
comply with 23 Pa. C. S. § 5337.
6. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a
Custody Conciliation Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order
by mutual consent. No modification shall be enforceable unless it is in writing and
signed by both parties. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall
control. Another Conciliation Conference is scheduled for October 2, 2012 at 9:30 a.m.
BY THE COURT,
M.L. Ebert, Jr., J.
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Plaintiff
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AMBER E. BATZEL,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
N0.2009-8834 CIVIL ACTION -LAW
IN CUSTODY
PRIOR JUDGE: M. L. Ebert, Jr., J.
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following
report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Children who are the subject of
this litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Jaden A. Batzel May 4, 2002 Mother
Autumn G. Batzel February 8, 2005 Mother
Savannah W. Batzel September 10, 2006 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on August 28, 2012,
with the following in attendance: the Mother, Amber E. Batzel, with her counsel, Anna
Strawn, certified legal intern, and Megan Riesmeyer, Esquire, Family Law Clinic and the
Father, Jonathan E. Batzel, with his counsel, Sean Shultz, Esquire.
3. The Honorable M.L. Ebert, Jr. previously entered an Order of Court dated
June 21, 2011 providing for shared legal custody, Mother having primary physical with
Father having three overnights per week during the school year and shared physical
custody during the summer.
4. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
Date:
ac eline M. Verney, Esquire
Custody Conciliator