Do I need  Parenting Coordination?

• Are in a high dispute divorce or struggling with adjustment after divorce.

• Have continuing debate over parenting decisions for your kids.

• Have issues communicating with your ex-life partner.

• Are facing continuous litigation issues about your children and the divorce.

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Duties of a Parenting Coordinator?

Some families continue to have difficulty co-parenting even though there has been a final judgment rendered by the Court.  To avoid the necessity of returning to litigation each time there is a minor dispute, the Court will sometimes appoint a parenting coordinator.  Dr. Handon provides parenting coordination services at the rate of $180 per hour.  
 

Benefits of Using A Parental Coordinator 

Parenting Coordination helps parents who have separated to:

• Work with unbiased facilitator for the best interest of the child.

• Resolve conflicts faster and more efficiently.

• Find guidance while constructing their new roles as co-parents.

• Improve skills such as communication, problem-solving skills, and anger management skills.

• Reduce cost of the court case.

• Save time, so they can focus on re-establishing their life after divorce.

A Parental Coordinator is there to settle and manage disputes, and enhance communication skills with parents without involving the children. They will discover solutions to the challenges at hand, the needs of the children, and work hand in hand with both parents. The objective is to assist both parents in a way that decreases the adverse effects on the children.

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                                          FAQ

How is parenting coordination different than the judge deciding the disputes?

In the case of parental coordination, the parents have the ability to resolve the disputes & conflicts themselves with the assistance of the Parenting Coordinator as a mediator. If the parties involved cannot reach a consensus in mediation, the Parenting Coordinator will craft a decision faster than going through the stress of the traditional court process.

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What is a parenting plan?

A parenting plan for post-separation differs in regards to the spouses’ negotiations. This means that for a parenting plan to be legally binding both parents will need to agree, sign, and finalize the document in the court.

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What are the fee's for Parent Coordination?

Appointments are scheduled in the 2 hours, 4 hours, and Full day (8 hours) increments at $180/an hour.

Hourly Rate charged for PC’s time outside of sessions is $180/an hour, which includes but not limited to telephone/text/email consultation with client(s), attorneys, appraisers or clients, drafting documents, and preparing the Agreement.

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