HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-0494David N. Petit,
Plaintiff
V.
Michelle E. Petit,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
CUSTODY/VISITATION
NO.
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COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODY
AND NOW comes the above-captioned Plaintiff, David N. Petit,
by and through his attorney, Carol A. Redding, Esquire, and sets
for the following Complaint For Custody:
1. The Plaintiff is David N. Petit, residing at 10193 Blue
Jay Circle, Orrstown, Franklin County, Pennsylvania.
2. The Defendant is Michelle E. Petit, residing at 309
Oakville Road, Shippensburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
3. Plaintiff seeks custody of the following children:
Jacob I. Petit 309 Oakville Road 7 years
D.O.B. 5/19/98 Shippensburg, PA
Jalena L. Petit 309 Oakville Road 13 years
D.O.B. 7/8/92 Shippensburg, PA
Annabella M. Petit 309 Oakville Road 12 years
D.O.B. 6/14/93 Shippensburg, PA
The children were not born out of wedlock.
The children are presently in the custody of the Defendant,
Michelle E. Petit, who resides at 309 Oakville Road,
Shippensburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
During the past five years, the children have resided with
the following persons and at the following addresses:
Michelle E. Petit 309 Oakville Road 10/12/05
Shippensburg, PA to present
David N. Petit 309 Oakville Road 2003-
Michelle E. Petit Shippensburg, PA 10/12/05
David N. Petit
Michelle E. Petit
3842 Black Gap Road
Chambersburg, PA
2001-
2003
The mother of the children is Michelle E. Petit, currently
residing at 309 Oakville Road, Shippensburg, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania.
She is married to the Plaintiff, David N. Petit.
The father of the children is David N. Petit, currently
residing at 10193 Blue Jay Circle, Orrstown, Franklin County,
Pennsylvania.
He is married to the Defendant, Michelle E. Petit.
4. The relationship of the Plaintiff to the children is
that of natural father. The Plaintiff currently resides with the
following persons:
Terry Etters
Sara Harbaugh
Jacob I. Petit**
Jalena L. Petit**
Annabella M. Petit**
Significant Other
Daughter of Terry Etters
Son
Daughter
Daughter
** At times during Fathers periods of partial custody
5. The relationship of the Defendant to the children is
that of natural mother. The Defendant currently reides with the
following persons:
Jacob I. Petit
Jalena L. Petit
Annabella M. Petit
Son
Daughter.
Daughter
6. Plaintiff has not participated as a party or witness, or
in another capacity, in other litigation concerning the custody
of the children in this or another court.
Plaintiff has no information of a custody proceeding
concerning the children pending in a court of this Commonwealth
or any other state.
Plaintiff does not know or a person not a party to the
proceedings who have physical custody of the child or claims to
have custody or visitation rights with respect to the children.
7. The best interest and permanent welfare of the children
will be served by granting the relief requested because:
a. The Plaintiff has participated in all of the care
and upbringing of his children, including but not
limited to their physical, emotional, educational, and
psychological welfare, for example:
i. Providing food, shelter, and clothing and
financial stability
ii. Providing transportation of the children to
school
iii. Taking the children to various sporting
events
iv. Taking the children to doctors/dentists/etc.
appointments
v. Father assists with the children's homework
and other school projects
vi. Father has accompanied the children on
trips, vacations, has participated in
educational activities, and has made himself
available for the day to day lives of his
children.
vii. Father attended cub scout meetings with
Jacob.
viii.Father attended and transported all three
children to activities such as soccer, field
hockey and basketball.
ix. Since separation, Father has contacted the
children's schools for the purpose of following their progress
and has attended scheduled parent/teacher conferences.
b. The Plaintiff is the natural father of the
children, has an interest in their welfare and upbringing, and
wants to continue to develop his relationship with the children.
C. On or about October 12, 2005, Mother and Father
separated. Mother remained at the marital home while Father moved
to a new residence.
d. For approximately two months, or until December 12,
2005, all three minor children spent time with Father although
said time was very restricted and at the Defendant's convenience.
e. On or around November 25, 2005, the minor children,
Anna and Jacob, related to Father that Mother explained to her
that Father had been fired from his job as a result of "having
sex" at work with his significant other, Terry.
f. On or around November 25, 2005, the minor child,
Anna, related to Father that Mother explained to her that Terry
had broken up the family.
g. On or around late November, 2005, the minor child,
Jalena, discussed with her paternal grandmother, Eileen Petit,
that Father was a "manwhore", that Father was fired from his job
as a result of "having sex" at work with his significant other,
Terry; that Father had sex with Terry in his truck.
h. On or about December 12, 2005, Mother informed
Father that the two minor children, Jalena and Anna, did not want
to visit with him anymore and refused Father his scheduled time
with the children.
i. Although Father has requested that the two
children, Jalena and Anna, talk to him about why they don't want
to visit with him, Jalena and Anna have not provided Father with
any reason; rather Mother continues to be the person informing
Father that his two children do not want contact with him.
j. Recently, when Father picked up Jacob from Mother's
home, Mother threw an object at Father and struck him while the
minor child, Jacob, was watching.
k. The minor child, Jacob, continues to spend time
with Father, although Mother continues to control when that time
will be and how long it will last.
1. The minor child, Jacob, enjoys his time with his
Father.
M. The minor children, Anna and Jalena, enjoyed their
time with their Father, until on or around December 12, 2005, when
Father was told by Mother that the two children did not want to
visit with their Father.
n. On or about December 12, 2005, Mother and Father
agreed to have a family conference to discuss, among other things,
an appropriate custody schedule.
o. During said family conference, and with all three
minor children present, Mother told Father that lie disgusted her;
that Father disgusted the children; that Father was "dead to her";
and that Father's significant other, Terry, was a "whore".
p. After the time of the "family conference", the two
oldest children, Jalena and Anna, have not visited with their
Father.
q. The Defendant believes and therefore avers that the
Defendant intends to keep the two minor children, Anna and Jalena,
from Father without regard to Plaintiffs custodial rights and
without any schedule implemented to secure Plaintiff's custodial
rights.
r. Both parents' homes are appropriate for the care of
the children.
S. Father is employed Full-Time at Keller's Custom
Cabinets, Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and is
available to care for the children at any time, especially on a
shared custody schedule.
t. Mother is employed Full-Time at Wal-Mart, Monday
thru Friday during the day.
U. Mother and Father live approximately 15 minutes
apart.
V. The minor child, Jacob, attends Oak Flat Elementary
School where he is in the second grade.
W. The minor children, Anna and Jalena, attend Big
Spring Middle School, where they are in the 7th and 8th grade
respectively.
schools.
X. The children are doing well in their respective
y. Father lives approximately 20 minutes from the
children's schools.
school.
Z. The children ride the bus from Mothers home to
aa. Father has recently learned that Mother has placed
Jacob in counseling; however, Mother refuses to provide Father
with any information regarding said counseling, the purpose for
it, or the participation of Father in it.
bb. The children love their father and need to have
maximum contact with their father and his family in order to
facilitate family ties.
CC. The Plaintiff believes that the minor children
should have shared time with their natural parents until a
permanent agreement can be arrived at between the parties.
dd. The Plaintiff can provide the children with a
stable home and living environment during custody periods.
ee. Despite Mother's refusal to allow Father
reasonable times with the children, Father continues to ask for
said time regularly.
ee. Without the benefit of a court ordered custody
schedule, Plaintiff believes that the Defendant :intends to proceed
in a course of action that will limit his time with the children,
which is not in their best interest and welfare.
ff. For all the above reasons, shared custody with the
parents is in the best interest and welfare of the children and it
is proposed that the most effective schedule will be a week
on/week off schedule.
8. 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.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests the Court to maintain the
status quo which has existed since the children's birth and
continues to this date by granting shared custody of the children
to the Plaintiff and Defendant.
Respectfully submitted,
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Carol A. Redding, Esquire
Counsel for the Plaintiff
David N. Petit
REDDING LAW OFFICE
19 North Main Street
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania 17201
717-267-1440
Attorney No: 82041
David N. Petit, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Plaintiff PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
V.
CUSTODY/VISITATION
Michelle E. Petit,
Defendant NO.
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Carol A. Redding, Esquire, hereby certify that on January 24, 2006, I served a true and
correct copy of the foregoing Complaint for Custody and Proposed Corresponding Orders, by
first class mail, postage pre-paid, on Counsel for Defendant, to the following address:
Taylor P. Andrews, Esquire
ANDREWS & JOHNSON
78 W. Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Carol A. Redding, Esquire
Counsel for Plaintiff
David N. Petit
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements set forth in the foregoing
document are true and correct. I understand that false statements
herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. 4904
relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: I ?3 l?56
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Plaintiff
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DAVID N. PETIT IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
MICHELLE E. PETIT
DEFENDANT
06-494 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, ___ Wednesday, February 01, 2006 - , 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 Coun Courthouse, Carlisle on Monday, February 27, 2006 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. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference. 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/ Lacquellne M. Verne Es_q. _
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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DAVID N. PETIT, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006-494 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHELLE E. PETIT,
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this ItA1 day of ? C\b vJ wr ? 2006, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The Father, David N. Petit and the Mother, Michelle E. Petit, shall have
shared legal custody of Jacob I. Petit, born May 19, 1998, Jalena L. Petit, born July 8,
1992 and Annabella M. Petit, born June 14, 1993. 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.
2. Mother shall have primary physical custody of the children.
3. Father shall have periods of partial physical custody of the children as
follows:
A. Beginning Friday, March 3, 2006 alternating weekends from Friday at
6:00 p.m. to Monday morning when he shall be responsible to transport
the children to school.
B. All children every Tuesday from after school to 8:00 p.m.
C. Jalena and Annabella every Wednesday from after school to 8:00 p.m.
D. Jacob every Thursday from after school to 8:00 p.m.
E. Such other times as the parties agree.
4. Transportation shall be shared such that the receiving party shall transport
except for Mondays when Father will transport the children to school.
5. Mother's Day/Father's Day. Mother shall have physical custody of the
children on Mother's Day and Father shall have physical custody of the children on
Father's Day both as times as agreed by the parties.
6. The parties shall cooperate with a Phase I custody evaluation performed
by Georgi Anderson, provided the cost is not prohibitively expensive. Mother shall pay
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for the evaluation and Father agrees that the expense shall be considered in the divorce
proceedings.
7. 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. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control. Another
Conciliation Conference is scheduled for May 19, 2006 at 8:30 a.m.
BY THE COURT,
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DAVID N. PETIT,
Plaintiff
V.
MICHELLE E. PETIT,
Defendant
PRIOR JUDGE: None
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2006-494 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 Children who are the subiect of
this litigation is as follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Jacob L Petit May 19, 1998 Mother
Jalena L. Petit July 8, 1992 Mother
Annabella M. Petit June 14, 1993 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on February 27, 2006,
with the following in attendance: The Father, David N. Petit, with his counsel, Carol A.
Redding, Esquire, and the Mother, Michelle E. Petit, with her counsel, Taylor P.
Andrews, Esquire.
The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
Date Acqu ne M. Verney, Esquire 1
Custody Conciliator
RECEIVED MAY 22 2006j,,--V
DAVID N. PETIT, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006-494 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHELLE E. PETIT,
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 1,4 * day of M ay 2006, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
The prior Order of Court dated February 28, 2006 is hereby vacated.
2. The Father, David N. Petit and the Mother, Michelle E. Petit, shall have
shared legal custody of Jacob I. Petit, born May 19, 1998, Jalena L. Petit, born July 8,
1992 and Annabella M. Petit, born June 14, 1993. 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.
2. JACOB I. PETIT and JALENA L. PETIT:
A. Mother shall have primary physical custody of Jacob I. Petit and
Jalena L. Petit.
B. Father shall have periods of partial physical custody of Jacob and
Jalena as follows:
1. Alternating weekends from Friday at 5:00 p.m. or after school
to Sunday at 8:00 p.m.
2. Every week on Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
3. Each summer, Father shall be entitled to exercise three non-
consecutive weeks of summer vacation with notice to be
provided to Mother of said weeks no later than May 15'h of
each year. It is intended that Father's chosen weeks of
vacation will include the minor child Annabella M. Petit. In
the event of a conflict between chosen weeks of vacation,
Father's choice shall take precedence in even numbered years
and Mother's choice shall take precedence in odd numbered
years.
3. ANNABELLA M. PETIT:
A. Father shall have primary physical custody of Annabelle M. Petit.
B. Mother shall have periods of partial physical custody of Annabella as
follows:
1. Alternating weekends from Friday after school to Sunday at
8:00 P.M.
2. Each summer, Mother shall be entitled to exercise three non-
consecutive weeks of summer vacation with notice to be provided
to Father of said weeks no later than May 15th of each year. It is
intended that Mother's choice of vacation will include the minor
children Jacob and Jalena. In the event of a conflict between
chosen weeks of vacation, Father's choice shall take precedence in
even numbered years and Mother's choice shall take precedence in
odd numbered years.
4. Transportation to effectuate periods of custody shall be shared such that the
parent receiving custody shall be responsible for picking up the children.
5. All periods of physical custody shall be subject to the following pertaining to
holidays and birthdays:
A. Custody on the following holidays shall be on an alternating basis from
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. each day: New Year's Day [Mother in even
numbered years/Father in odd numbered years], Memorial Day [Mother in
even numbered years/Father in odd numbered years], July 4th [Mother in
even numbered years/Father in odd numbered years], and Labor Day
[Mother in even numbered years/Father in odd numbered years].
B. Father shall have custody on each Father's Day and Mother shall have
custody on each Mother's Day. This shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
C. Mother shall have custody each Thanksgiving from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Father shall have custody each Thanksgiving from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
D. Father shall have custody on December 23`d each year at 5:00 p.m. to
December 20 at 11:00 p.m. Mother shall have custody on December 20
each year at 11:00 p.m. to Christmas Day at 8:00 p.m.
E. Mother shall have custody each Easter Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Father shall have custody each Easter Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
F. Father and Mother shall make such accommodations to existing custody
schedules to insure that all three minor children are with each parent on
that parent's birthday. The hours shall be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
6. Telephone access to the children and parents shall be afforded to both
parties and the children at all reasonable times but in no event later than 9:00 p.m. unless
in the case of an emergency.
7. Mother and Father shall notify each other of doctors' appointments, both
well child and sick child so that the out of custody parent has the opportunity to attend
the appointment. Further, Mother and Father shall notify each other of any prescriptions,
directions, and outcomes of any medical appointments sought in the absence of the other
parent.
8. Mother and Father shall exchange all school information concerning the
minor children, including but not limited to report cards, tests, homework assignments
(both completed and due), pictures, activity notices, parent/teacher conference
information, and any other information which would be helpful to each parent in insuring
that the minor child is prepared in all respects for school. This transfer of information
shall be effectuated at exchanges of custody; however, additional information received by
either parent at any other times should be promptly provided to the other parent. Each
parent shall be entitled to have access to any and all school records of the minor children
upon request and each parent shall be listed as an appropriate first contact by the minor
children's school in the case of an emergency or other need.
9. In the event that an opportunity arises for the minor children to be enrolled
in special activities from time to time, including but not limited to sports, and recreation,
and that such activities require the child's attendance during either party's periods of
custody, Mother and Father shall exchange information regarding the activities of the
children at the time of custody exchanges. Mother and Father shall see that the children
are transported to such activities during their periods of custody. In the event that Mother
or Father cannot transport the children to said activities, then they shall notify the other
parry so that appropriate arrangements can be made to insure the children's attendance.
Mother and Father shall notify and collaborate in advance so that said activities can be
coordinated with the least disruption in the children's and parent's schedules and so that
both parents have the opportunity to attend said events.
10. Neither parent shall disparage or otherwise comment in a negative
manner about the other parent in the presence of the children or in such a manner that the
children are exposed to such comments. Mother and Father shall encourage the children
to love and respect each parent.
11. A waiver of any period of custody during any year shall not be construed
as a waiver of any future period of custody.
12. Notwithstanding the above scheduled periods of custody, Mother and
Father may alter these periods of custody from time to time by agreement and taking into
consideration the best interests of the minor children.
13. The effective date of this Order is May 1, 2006.
14. 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. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
BY THE COURT,
M. L. Eberf, Jr.,
col A. Redding, Esquire, Counsel for Father
7lor P. Andrews, Es wire, Counsel for Mother
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DAVID N. PETIT, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006-494 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHELLE E. PETIT,
Defendant : 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
Jacob L Petit May 19, 1998 Mother
Jalena L. Petit July 8, 1992 Mother
Annabella M. Petit June 14, 1993 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on May 19, 2006, with
the following in attendance: The Father, David N. Petit, with his counsel, Carol A.
Redding, Esquire, and the Mother, Michelle E. Petit, with her counsel, Taylor P.
Andrews, Esquire.
3. The Honorable M. L. Ebert, Jr. entered a prior Order of Court dated
February 28, 2006, providing for shared legal custody with Mother having primary
physical custody and Father having periods of partial physical custody.
4. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached,
Date Acqu e M. Verney, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
David N. Petit,
Plaintiff
V.
Michelle E. Petit,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 2006494 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: IN CUSTODY
PRAECIPE TO WITHDRAWAL, APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA:
Please enter my withdrawal as counsel on behalf of the Plaintiff, David N. Petit, in the above
captioned case.
Dated: 1a, +n*v a_' 2009
By: Q.
Carol A. Redding
PRAECIPE TO ENTER APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA:
Please enter my appearance of David N.
Petit pro se, in the above captioned case.
Dated: _.)!(- o`' , 2009
By:
David N. tit
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF PENNSYLVANIA
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
David N. Petit,
Plaintiff/Petitioner,
V.
Michelle E. Petit, (now Forbes),
Defendant
Civil Action - Law
No. 2006-494
Custody/Visitation
PETITION FOR MODIFICATION OF A CUSTODY ORDER
AND NOW, comes, Plaintiff/Petitioner, David N. Petit by and through his counsel, M.
Teri Hall Stiltner, Esquire and files a Petition for Modification of a Custody Order and in support
thereof states:
1. Plaintiff/Petitioner, David N. Petit, (hereinafter referred to as "Father,") is an adult
individual residing at 10193 Blue Jay Circle, Orrstown, Franklin County, Pennsylvania.
2. The Defendant/Respondent, Michelle E. Petit, now Forbes, (hereinafter referred to as
"Mother,") is an adult individual residing at 309 Oakville Road, Shippensburg, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania.
3. Mother and Father are the parents of Jalena L. Petit, born July 8, 1992, Annabella M.
Petit, born June 14, 1993, and Jacob I. Petit, born May 19, 1998.
4. The children are the subject of a custody order dated May 24, 2009 in which the parties
share legal custody. Mother had primary physical custody of Jacob I. Petit and Jalena L. Petit
with Fathering having partial physical custody, and Father having primary physical custody of
Annabella M. Petit with Mother having partial physical custody of Annabella. (A copy of which
is attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit "A.")
5. Due to a significant change in circumstances, Father, requests that the prior Order of
Court be modified to provide him with shared legal and primary physical custody of Jacob I Petit
and Annabella M. Petit'.
6. The significant change is circumstances include the following:
a. On or about December 21, 2009, Annabella contacted Father and told him that she and
her brother, Jacob were coming to Father's house to live because the children did not
' Father does not wish to seek custody of Jalena L. Petit because the child has been residing with maternal
grandparents since approximately October 2009.
want to move to Towanda, Pennsylvania which is approximately three to four hours from
Cumberland County.
b. Father believes that Mother and step-father were moving because step-father could not
find work in the Cumberland County area.
The children were told on or about December 21, 2009, that they would be moving in
approximately three weeks.
d. Father believes that Mother and step-father are losing their home for failure to pay the
mortgage and will be forced to vacate their current residence.
e. When Father arrived at Mother's home that night the children were outside in a shed at
Mother's home because the children were told that if they wanted to move with Father to
get out of Mother's house.
f. Jacob has attended the same school district since kindergarten. Annabella has been in the
Big Spring school district since January 2009.
g. Both Father's and Mother's extended family live within thirty to sixty minutes from
Father's residence.
h. Father has continued to foster a relationship between the children and their maternal
grandparents, as Mother does not have a relationship with them at this time.
i. Both children are active in extra-curricular activities in their schools and church
communities.
j. The children have a difficult relationship with their step-father, Jon Forbes.
k. Step-father is often verbally abusive toward the children and the children have
complained that step-father often argues with Mother making her upset while in the
presence of the children.
1. The parties' youngest child, Jacob has been doing well in school and his grades have
deteriorated this school year as compared to last school year.
m. Jacob also has struggled with disciplinary issues in school and has repeatedly been sent to
the guidance counselor.
n. Father is gravely concerned about the children's emotional and psychological well being
if Mother continues to exercise primary physical custody of the children and is permitted
to relocate with the children to Towanda, Pennsylvania.
8. Plaintiff/Petitioner has participated as a party in other litigation concerning the children
as stated in paragraph four (4) of this Petition for Modification of a Custody Order.
9. Plaintiff/Petitioner has no information of a custody proceeding concerning the children
pending in any Court of this Commonwealth.
10. Plaintiff/Petitioner does not know of any person not a party to the proceedings who
claims to have custody or visitation rights with respect to the child.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff/Petitioner requests this Honorable Court to modify the present
custody order to provide him with shared legal and primary physical custody of the children with
Defendant/Respondent having partial physical custody as proposed.
Respectfully Submitted:
Date: By:
M. Teri Hall Stiltner, Esquire
Attorney I.D. No. 86337
The Professional Arts Building
25 Penncraft Avenue, Suite 310
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania 17201
(717) 262-9091 Fax: (717) 262-9095
Attorney for Plaintiff/Petitioner
Verification
I, Dave N. Petit, hereby verify and state that the facts set forth in the foregoing
document are true and correct to the best of my information, knowledge and belief. I
understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of
18 Pa. C.S.A. § 4904 relating to unworn verification to authorities.
Date:
Dave N. Petit
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RECEIVED MAY 22.2006r
DAVID N. PETIT, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006-494 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
TRUE COW FROM RIECORD
MICHELLE E. PETIT, In Testimony whereof, I here unto set my
and the seal of said Court at CarIite, Fa.
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
This .... sRV .... day of.......... .r..-.•
ORDER OF COURT `....,:?.
Prothonotary
AND NOW, this day of K o.-4 , 2006, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as
follows:
1. The prior Order of Court dated February 28, 2006 is hereby vacated.
2. The Father, David N. Petit and the Mother, Michelle E. Petit, shall have
shared legal custody of Jacob I. Petit, born May 19, 1998, Jalena L. Petit, born July 8,
1992 and Annabella M. Petit, born June 14, 1993. 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.
2. JACOB I. PETIT and JALENA L. PETIT:
A. Mother shall have primary physical custody of Jacob I. Petit and
Jalena L. Petit.
B. Father shall have periods of partial physical custody of Jacob and
Jalena as follows:
I . Alternating weekends from Friday at 5:00 p.m. or after school
to Sunday at 8:00 p.m.
2. Every week on Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
3. Each summer, Father shall be entitled to exercise three non-
consecutive weeks of summer-vacation with notice to be
provided to Mother of said weeks no later than May 15'x' of
each year. It is intended that Father's chosen weeks of
vacation will include the minor child Annabella M. Petit. In
the event of a conflict between chosen weeks of vacation,
Father's choice shall take precedence in even numbered years
and Mother's choice shall take precedence in odd numbered
years.
3. ANNABELLA M. PETIT:
A. Father shall have primary physical custody of Annabelle M. Petit.
B. Mother shall have periods of partial physical custody of Annabella as
follows:
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1. Alternating weekends from Friday after school to Sunday at
8:00 P.M.
2. Each summer, Mother shall be entitled to exercise three non-
consecutive weeks of summer vacation with notice to be provided
to Father of said weeks no later than May 15a` of each year. It is
intended that Mother's choice of vacation will include the minor
children Jacob and Jalena. In the event of a conflict between
chosen weeks of vacation, Father's-choice shall take precedence in
even numbered years and Mother's choice shall take precedence in
odd numbered years.
4. Transportation to effectuate periods of custody shall be shared such that the
parent receiving custody shall be responsible for picking up the children.
5. All periods of physical custody shall be subject to the following pertaining to
holidays and birthdays:
A. Custody on the following holidays shall be on an alternating basis from
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. each day: New Year's Day [Mother in even
numbered years/Father in odd numbered years], Memorial Day [Mother in
even numbered year&Tather in odd numbered years], July 4t' [Mother in
even numbered years/Father in odd numbered years], and Labor Day
[Mother in even numbered years/Father in odd numbered years].
B. Father shall have custody on each Father's Day and Mother shall have
custody on each Mother's Day. This shall be from 9:00 am. to 8:00 p.m.
C. Mother shall have custody each Thanksgiving from 9:00 am. to 3:00 p.m.
Father shall have custody each Thanksgiving from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. _
D. Father shall have custody on December 23`d each year at 5:00 p.m. to
December 20 at 11:00 p.m. Mother shall have custody on December 24t`
each year at 11:00 p.m. to Christmas Day at 8:00 p.m.
E. Mother shall have custody each Easter Sunday from 9:00 am. to 3:00 p.m.
Father shall have custody each Easter Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
F. Father and Mother shall make such accommodations to existing custody
schedules to insure that all three minor children are with each parent on
that parent's birthday. The hours shall be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
6. Telephone access to the children and parents shall be afforded to both
parties and the children at all reasonable times but in no event later than 9:00 p.m. unless
in the case of an emergency.
7. Mother and Father shall notify each other of doctors' appointments, both
well child and sick child so that the out of custody parent has the opportunity to attend
the appointment._ Further, Mother and Father shall notify each other of any prescriptions,
directions, and outcomes of any medical appointments sought in the absence of the other
parent.
8. Mother and Father shall exchange all school information concerning the
minor children, including but not limited to report cards, tests, -homework assignments
(both completed and due), pictures, activity notices, parent/teacher conference
information, and any other information which would be helpful to each parent in insuring
that the minor child is prepared in all respects for school. This transfer of information
shall be effectuated at exchanges of custody; however, additional information received by
either parent at any other times should be promptly provided to the other parent. Each
parent shall be entitled to have access to any and all school records of the minor children
upon request and each parent shall be listed as an appropriate first contact by the minor
children's school in the case of an emergency or other need.
9. In the event that an opportunity arises for the minor children to be enrolled
in special activities from time to time, including but not limited to sports, and recreation,
and that such activities require the child's attendance during either party's periods of
custody, Mother and Father shall exchange information regarding the activities of the
children at the time of custody exchanges. Mother and Father shall see that the children
are transported to such activities during their periods of custody. In the event that Mother
or Father cannot transport the children to said activities, then they shall notify the other
parry so that appropriate arrangements can be made to insure the children's attendance.
Mother and Father shall notify and collaborate in advance so that said activities can be
coordinated with the least disruption in the children's and parent's schedules and so that
both parents have the opportunity to attend said events.
10. Neither parent shall disparage or otherwise comment in a negative
manner about the other parent in the presence of the children or in such a manner that the
children are exposed to such comments. Mother and Father shall encourage the children
to love and respect each parent.
11. A waiver of any period of custody during any year shall not be construed
as a waiver of any future period of custody.
12. Notwithstanding the above scheduled periods of custody, Mother and
Father may alter these periods of custody from time to time by agreement and taking into
consideration the best interests of the minor children.
13. The effective date of this Order is May 1, 2006.-
14. 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. In the absence of mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
c of A. Redding, Esquire, Counsel for Father
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DAVID N. PETIT, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 2006494 CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHELLE E. PETIT,
Defendant : 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
Jacob I. Petit May 19, 1998 Mother
Jalena L. Petit July 8, 1992 Mother
Annabella M. Petit June 14, 1993 Mother
2. A Conciliation Conference was held in this matter on May 19, 2006, with
the following in attendance: The Father, David N. Petit, with his counsel, Carol A.
Redding, Esquire, and the Mother, Michelle E. Petit, with her counsel, Taylor P.
Andrews, Esquire.
3. The Honorable M. L. Ebert, Jr. entered a prior Order of Court dated
February 28, 2006, providing for shared legal custody with Mother having primary
physical custody and Father having periods of partial physical custody.
4. The parties agreed to an Order in the form as attached.
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DAVID N. PETIT IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
2006-494 CIVIL ACTION LAW
MICHELLE E. PETIT
IN CUSTODY
DFFFNDANT
ORDER OF COURT
,AND NOW, Friday, February 12, 2010 _ 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 Tuesday, March 16, 2010 _ T at 1:30 PM
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/ facqueline M. Verney, Esq.
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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
2010 FEB 16 °H 12: 01
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF PENNSYLVANIA
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
David N. Petit,
Plaintiff/Petitioner,
V.
Michelle E. Petit,
Defendant/Respondent
Civil Action - Law
No. 2006-494
CustodyNisitation
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THIS CUSTODY STIPULATION AND AGREEMENT is made by and between,
Plaintiff/Petitioner, David N. Petit (hereinafter referred to as "Father'), an adult individual
residing at 10193 Blue Jay Circle, Orrstown, Franklin County, Pennsylvania and
Defendant/Respondent, Michelle E. Petit, now Forbes, (hereinafter referred to as "Mother,') is
an adult individual residing at 309 Oakville Road, Shippensburg, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania.
1. Father and Mother are the natural parents of Jacob I. Petit, born May 19, 1998,
Jalena L. Petit, born July 8, 1992, and Annabella M. Petit, born June 14, 1993. (hereinafter
referred to as the "children.')
2. The parties have participated as parties in litigation concerning the custody of the
children in this Court docketed to the above referenced number.
3. None of the parties has information of a custody proceeding concerning the
children pending in a court of this Commonwealth other than the above captioned matter.
4. None of the parties knows of any 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 the
children.
5. During the past 5 years the children have resided with the following persons and
at the following addresses:
Persons
Annabella:
Addresses
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Father 10193 Blue Jay Circle March 2006-January 2009
Terry Petit Orrstown, Pennsylvania
Mother
John Forbes
Father
Teary Petit
Jalena:
Mother
Maternal Grandparents
Jacob:
Mother
Jon Forbes
Father
Teary Petit
Mother
Jon Forbes
309 Oakville Road
Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
10193 Blue Jay Circle
Orrstown, Pennsylvania
309 Oakville Road
Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
P. O. Box 131
Fayetteville, Pennsylvania
309 Oakville Road
Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
10193 Blue Jay Circle
Oristown, Pennsylvania
January 2009-December 2009
December 21, 2009-present
March 2006-2009
October 2009- present
2005-May 2009
May 2009-September 2009
309 Oakville Road September 2009-December 21, 2009
Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Father 10193 Blue Jay Circle December 21, 2009-present
Terry Petit Orrstown, Pennsylvania
6. The parties have reached an agreement with regard to the custody of their minor
children and desire to reduce their agreement to an Order of Court.
NOW THEREFORE, the parties intending to be legally bound and waiving their right to
be present when this Agreement and Order are presented and executed, hereby stipulate and
agree that the Court may enter the following Order of Court in the above-captioned case:
a. The Order of Court dated May 24, 2006 is hereby vacated.
b. Plaintiff/Petitioner, David N. Petit, (hereinafter referred to as ":Father,") and Michelle E.
Petit, Michelle E. Petit, (hereinafter referred to as "Mother,') shall share legal custody of
Jacob I. Petit, born May 19, 1998, and Annabelia M. Petit, born June 14, 1993.
(hereinafter referred to as the "children.')
c. Father shall have primary physical custody of the children.
d. Mother shall have partial physical custody of the children as follows:
i. on alternating weekends from Friday at 5:00 p.m. or after school until Sunday at
8:00 p.m.
ii. every Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. or another day during the
week as agreed upon by the parties.
e. Vacation:
Mother shall have three (3) non-consecutive weeks of vacation time with the children
during their summer school vacation each year. Mother shall provide Father with notice
of her selection of vacation time by May 15'' each year. In the event of a conflict,
Mother's choice shall take precedence in even years and Father's choice shall take
precedence in odd years.
f. Transportation:
Transportation shall be shared by the parties such that the party beginning their period of
custody shall be responsible for picking up the children.
g. Holidays:
The parties shall exercise custody of the children on the following holidays from 9:00 a.m. to
9:00 P.M.
i. New Year's Day: Mother in even years; Father in odd years
ii. Memorial Day: Mother in even years; Father in odd years
iii. July 4`h: Mother in even years; Father in odd years;
iv. Labor Day: Mother in even years; Father in odd years;
h. The celebrating parent shall have custody of the children on Mother's Day and Father's
Day from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
i. Thanksgiving:
i. Mother shall have custody of the children from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
j. Father shall have custody of the children from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
k. Christmas:
i. Mother shall have custody of the children from December 23`d at 5:00 p.m.
through December 24t` at 11:00 p.m.
ii. Father shall have custody of the children from December 24`, at 11:00 p.m.
through December 25th at 8:00 p.m.
1. Easter:
i. Mother shall have custody of the children on Easter Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to
3:00 p.m.
ii. Father shall have custody of the children on Easter Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00
p.m.
m. Parent's Birthday:
The celebrating parent shall have custody of the children from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
n. The non-custodial parent shall have reasonable telephone contact with the children but in
no event should the non-custodial parent contact a child after 9:00 p.m. unless there is an
emergency.
o. Mother and Father shall notify each other of all doctor's appointments so that the non-
custodial parent has the opportunity to attend the appointment. Mother and Father shall
advise the other parent of any and all medications, directions or outcomes of any medical
appointment for the children.
p. The parents shall exchange any and all school information concerning the minor children,
including but not limited to report cards, tests, homework assignments, pictures, activity
notices, parent/teacher conferences and other information which might-be helpful to each
parent in insuring that the minor child is prepared in all aspects of school. This
information should be exchanged at custody exchanges or promptly provided to the other
parent upon receipt. Each parent shall be listed as an appropriate contact for the minor
children at school in case of an emergency or any other need.
q. The parents shall promptly provide information regarding any and all of the children's
extra-curricular activities. Mother and Father shall transport the children to their
activities during their period of custody. In the event that a custodial parent is unable to
provide transportation for the children to attend their activities, they shall promptly notify
the non-custodial parent so that alternative transportation arrangements can be made to
ensure the children's attendance.
r. Neither parent shall disparage or otherwise comment in a negative manner about the
other parent in the presence of the children or in such manner. Mother and Father shall
encourage the children to love and respect their parents.
s. Mother and Father may alter these periods of custody from time to time by agreement of
the parties.
By the Court:
The parties further agree that, in procuring this Agreement, there has been no fraud,
concealment, overreaching, coercion, or other unfair dealing on the part of the other.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties, intending to be bound by the terms and conditions
of this Agreement, execute this Agreement by signing below.
Witness:
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Davi . Petit
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Michelle E.
I, David N. Petit verify that the facts set forth in the above Stipulation and Agreement are
true and correct. 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.
Date: --/0
David N. Petit
I, Michelle E. Petit, verify that the facts set forth in the above Stipulation and Agreement
are true and correct. 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.
Date:
'---Michelle E
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DAVID N. PETIT, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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resolved all issues, the Conciliator hereby relinquishes jurisdiction in this matter.
FOR THE COURT,
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF PENNSYLVANIA
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
David N. Petit, Civil Action - Law
Plaintiff/Petitioner,
V. No. 2006-494
Michelle E. Petit,
Defendant/Respondent Custody/Visitation
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 2 day of N a41 t\^ , 2010, upon consideration of the
within Stipulation and Agreement, it is hereby ordered as follows:
1. The Order of Court dated May 24, 2006 is hereby vacated.
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2. Plaintiff/Petitioner, David N. Petit, (hereinafter referred to as "Father,") and Michelle E.
Petit, Michelle E. Petit, (hereinafter referred to as "Mother,') shall share legal custody of
Jacob I. Petit, born May 19, 1998, and Annabella M. Petit, born June 14, 1993.
(hereinafter referred to as the "children.')
3. Father shall have primary physical custody of the children.
4. Mother shall have partial physical custody of the children as follows:
a. on alternating weekends from Friday at 5:00 p.m. or after school until Sunday at 8:00
p.m.
b. every Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m or another evening per week as
mutually agreed upon by the parties.
Vacation:
Mother shall have three (3) non-consecutive weeks of vacation time with the children
during their summer school vacation each year. Mother shall provide Father with notice
of her selection of vacation time by May 15`h each year. In the event of a conflict,
Mother's choice shall take precedence in even years and Father's choice shall take
precedence in odd years.
6. Transportation:
Transportation shall be shared by the parties such that the party beginning their period of
custody shall be responsible for picking up the children.
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7. Holidays:
a. The parties shall exercise custody of the children on the following holidays from 9:00
a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
i. New Year's Day: Mother in even years; Father in odd years
ii. Memorial Day: Mother in even years; Father in odd years
iii. July 4 h: Mother in even years; Father in odd years;
iv. Labor Day: Mother in even years; Father in odd years;
b. The celebrating parent shall have custody of the children on Mother's Day and Father's
Day from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
c. Thanksgiving:
i. Mother shall have custody of the children from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
ii. Father shall have custody of the children from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
d. Christmas:
i. Mother shall have custody of the children from December 23`d at 5:00 p.m.
through December 24`h at 11:00 p.m.
ii. Father shall have custody of the children from December 241 at 11:00 p.m.
through December 25th at 8:00 p.m.
e. Easter:
i. Mother shall have custody of the children on Easter Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to
3:00 p.m.
ii. Father shall have custody of the children on Easter Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00
p.m.
£ Parent's Birthday:
The celebrating parent shall have custody of the children from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
8. The non-custodial parent shall have reasonable telephone contact with the children but in
no event should the non-custodial parent contact a child after 9:00 p.m. unless there is an
emergency.
9. Mother and Father shall notify each other of all doctor's appointments so that the non-
custodial parent has the opportunity to attend the appointment. Mother and Father shall
advise the other parent of any and all medications, directions or outcomes of any medical
appointment for the children.
10. The parents shall exchange any and all school information concerning the minor children,
including but not limited to report cards, tests, homework assignments, pictures, activity
notices, parent/teacher conferences and other information which might be helpful to each
parent in insuring that the minor child is prepared in all aspects of school. This
information should be exchanged at custody exchanges or promptly provided to the other
parent upon receipt. Each parent shall be listed as an appropriate contact for the minor
children at school in case of an emergency or any other need.
11. The parents shall promptly provide information regarding any and all of the children's
extra-curricular activities. Mother and Father shall transport the children to their
activities during their period of custody. In the event that a custodial parent is unable to
provide transportation for the children to attend their activities, they shall promptly notify
the non-custodial parent so that alternative transportation arrangements can be made to
ensure the children's attendance.
12. Neither parent shall disparage or otherwise comment in a negative manner about the
other parent in the presence of the children or in such manner. Mother and Father shall
encourage the children to love and respect their parents.
13. Mother and Father may alter these periods of custody from time to time by agreement of
the parties.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PA
V.
NO. 2006-494
MICHELLE E. PETIT, n/k/a
MICHELLE E. FORBES CIVIL ACTION -LAW
Defendant IN CUSTODY
TO THE PROTHONOTARY OF SAID COURT:
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Taylor . ndrews, Esquire
Andrews & Johnson
78 West Pomfrct Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
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PRAECIPE OF ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
Please enter my appearance on behalf of the Defendant, Michelle E. Forbes, in the above-captioned
matter.
Respectfully submitted,
ABOM & KUTULAris, L.L.P.
DATE 2 + I i C) X111;
Michelle L. Sommer, Esquire
2 West High Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-0900
Attorney ID # 93034
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DAVID N. PETIT IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUN'T'Y, PENNSYLVANIA
v.
2006-494 CIVIL ACTION LAW
MICHELLE E. PETTIT, N/K/A MICHELLE E.
FORBES IN CUSTODY
Df;FENDAN"(.
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Friday, September 03, 2010 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, September 30, 2010 at 9:30 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 Prounds 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 hearinP.
FOR THE COURT,
By: /sl q ehne M. VC ey,Es .
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites /pct 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. G
umberland County Bar Association 7
32 South Bedford Street ? t ?''n
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166 .,
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Michelle L. Sommer, Esquire
Attomey I.D. #: 93034
2 West High Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-0900
FILED-OFFICE
OF THE FEOTI `ONOTAR'Y
2010 OCT 12 PM 3:32'
rUMBERLAND COUNTY
PENNSYLVANIA
DAVID N. PETIT, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff/Respondent CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PA
V. NO. 2006-494
MICHELLE E. PETIT, n/k/a, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MICHELLE E. FORBES, IN CUSTODY/ VISITATION
Defendant/Petitioner
TO THE PROTHONOTARY OF SAID COURT:
AND NOW, comes the Petitioner, MICHELLE E. FORBES, by and through her
attorney, Michelle L. Sommer, Esquire, of ABOM & KUTULAKIS, L.L.P., respectfully requests to
Withdraw her Petition for Contempt that was filed on August 27, 2010, and requests that
Conciliation scheduled for October 14, 2010, before Conciliator Jacqueline M. Verney, Esquire, be
cancelled and not rescheduled.
Respectfully submitted,
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ABOM & KumLAxrs, L.L.P.
Michelle L. Somm , Esquire
Supreme Court ID No. 93034
2 West High Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-0900
Attorney for the Defendant/Petitioner
AND NOW, this 12`h day of October 2010, I, Michelle L. Sommer, Esquire, of Abom &
Kutulakis, L.L.P., hereby certify that I did serve a true and correct copy of the foregoing Praecipe to
Withdraw the Petition Contempt, upon the Defendant by depositing, or causing to be deposited,
same in the United States Mail, postage prepaid addressed to the following:
David N. Petit
10193 Blue Jay Circle
Orrstown, Pennsylvania 17244
Pm Se Plaintiff/Respondent
Jacqueline M. Verney, Esquire
44 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Custody Conciliator
Respectfully submitted,
ABOM & KUTULAKrs, L.L.P.
DATE: OCTOBER 12, 2010
Michelle L. Son , Esquire
Supreme Court ID No. 93034
2 West High Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-0900
Attorney for the Defendant/Petitioner
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AND NOW, this 12~' day of October, 2010, being advised that the Petitioner has
withdrawn her Petition for Civil Contempt, the Conciliator hereby relinquishes
jurisdiction in this matter.
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