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Bucks Cnty. C.P. Rule 1920.16 (a)

Bucks County local rules: Rule 1920.16 (a)

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Rule 1920.16*(a) Bifurcation

(1) Where a claim for equitable distribution, alimony or counsel fees and expenses

is pending, a decree of divorce or annulment shall not be entered prior to filing of

the master's report on equitable distribution, alimony or counsel fees except by

agreement of the parties.

(2) Where the action is ready for the entry of a decree of divorce or annulment, but

bifurcation is opposed, the court, upon application, shall enter an order

substantially in the form prescribed by Bucks County Rule of Civil Procedure

1920.72*(e) so as to proceed with the resolution of all pending claims for alimony,

equitable distribution of property, counsel fees and expenses.

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Source: www.buckscounty.gov
Retrieved: 2026-09-30
Edition: 2026-09-30
Content hash: 5d22ac17c00a46db1bcbb57c5bf9b9a0866b1df283632dc1e373715ac07508a5

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