The Role of a Parent Coordinator

There are occasions when parents are unable to reach agreement on decisions concerning their children.  Sometimes this occurs for a brief period of time, until parents adjust to their new parenting arrangement, or because there are special circumstances affecting one or both parents for a period of time.  There are other situations when parents need assistance in making decisions for their children to reduce the amount of stress and conflict for their children and for themselves. 

When this occurs, parents can agree to engage a parent coordinator to assist them in resolving disputes and making decisions for thier children.  Parent coordination reduces stress for the children and the parents and generally removes the children from the center of conflict.  Parent Coordination can also help parents avoid continued court battles.

If you are interested in learning more about Parent Coordination, your attorney can help you by explaining the role of a parent coordinator and the arrangements necessary to engage a parent coordinator. 

Our Services

Simone Haberstock McCartney has received the necessary training to serve as a Parent Coordinator.  She offers more than 18 years of experience in family law, as well as experience and training as a mediator.  She has had a passion for projects concerning the welfare of children for numerous years.  She was awarded the ABA's Certificate of Merit in Child Advocacy. She has served as Chairman of the Protect Our Children Fair, a board Member of Lawyers for Kids, Member of the BAMSL Project Angel Tree Commitee, Peer Mediation Project-St. Louis, and a Girl Scout Leader for 12 years.