Syn. Cnty. Pa. 17CV1915.4-1

As amended through May 7, 2024

Rule 17CV1915.4-1 - Initial Conference

A. The parties and their respective counsel shall appear at the initial conference before the Custody Conference Officer. The initial conference will consist of a non-record proceeding to establish a recommended Interim order as to legal and physical custody which will govern pending further proceedings. This non-record proceeding may be a conference with attorneys, conference with parties, and receipt of other evidence and arguments of counsel as the Conference Officer deems appropriate, based upon the particular issues raised.

B. If the parties reach an agreement resolving all of the issues raised, the Custody Conference Officer shall forward an Order to the Court for approval setting forth the terms of such agreement.

C. At the conclusion of the proceeding, the Custody Conference Officer shall:

1) give the parties oral notice of the essential aspects of the approved recommended Interim order and reasons for the recommendation;

2) make an initial determination based on the parties' approval as to the use of psychological evaluations or home studies, or the appointment of a Guardian ad Litem in accordance with 17CV1915.5.

Syn. Cnty. Pa. 17CV1915.4-1

Amended effective 5/7/2024.