Parenting Coordination

At Pippa Colman Family Law, we understand that reaching a parenting agreement is only the beginning. For families navigating ongoing conflict after a Parenting Plan or Court Order is in place, we now offer Parenting Coordination - a child-focused dispute resolution service designed to bridge the gap between an agreement being reached and its practical, day-to-day implementation.

Our trained Parenting Coordinators work with separated parents to resolve disagreements as they arise - from changeover arrangements and school decisions to medical matters and communication between parents - without the need to return to Court.

Rather than revisiting the past or re-litigating disputes, Parenting Coordination is forward-focused. It equips parents with the tools and strategies to manage conflict constructively, communicate more effectively, and make decisions that keep their children at the centre.

Parenting Coordination may be suitable where:
- Ongoing conflict continues despite Court Orders or agreements being in place
- Parents struggle to communicate or co-parent effectively
- Children are being exposed to repeated parental disputes
- Families are seeking a practical, cost-effective alternative to further litigation

A Parenting Coordinator can be engaged by mutual agreement of the parents or appointed by Court Order, and typically works with families over a period of 12 to 18 months.

The goal is not long-term reliance on outside support - it is to help families build healthier co-parenting practices that serve their children well into the future.