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Parenting Coordination in Florida | Rier Jordan P.A.

Parenting Coordination Attorneys in Miami, Florida

Co-parenting after a separation or divorce can be challenging — especially when communication breaks down or conflicts escalate.
In Florida, parenting coordination provides a structured, court-approved process to help parents resolve disputes peacefully, without repeatedly returning to court.

At Rier Jordan P.A., our experienced Miami family law attorneys help clients understand, navigate, and implement parenting coordination programs that protect children and promote cooperation.


What Is Parenting Coordination?

Parenting coordination is a child-focused dispute resolution process authorized under Florida Statute §61.125.
It’s designed to help parents implement and comply with parenting plans, resolve day-to-day conflicts, and reduce hostility in high-conflict family law cases.

A Parenting Coordinator acts as a neutral third party — often a licensed mental health professional or attorney — who helps parents communicate effectively and make decisions consistent with the child’s best interests.


Goals of Parenting Coordination

The purpose of parenting coordination is to:

  • Minimize parental conflict and improve communication

  • Enforce and clarify court-ordered parenting plans

  • Address minor disputes about time-sharing, schooling, or healthcare

  • Encourage cooperative decision-making

  • Protect the emotional well-being of children caught in conflict

Our attorneys at Rier Jordan P.A. help parents access qualified coordinators, ensure fair participation, and protect their legal rights throughout the process.


When Courts Appoint Parenting Coordinators

A Florida family court may appoint a Parenting Coordinator in cases where:

  • Parents have ongoing high conflict affecting the child

  • There are repeated disputes over visitation or parenting plans

  • The court determines coordination would serve the child’s best interests

Either party may request parenting coordination, or the court can order it on its own.
In some cases, both parents must agree to the coordinator and share the cost of services.


Role of a Parenting Coordinator

Parenting Coordinators in Florida:

  • Help parents interpret and follow court-ordered parenting plans

  • Mediate minor disputes (e.g., schedule changes, holiday plans)

  • Identify and reduce harmful communication patterns

  • Educate parents on child development and co-parenting strategies

  • Report serious noncompliance or risk issues to the court

While coordinators do not replace judges or attorneys, they play a vital role in helping families maintain stability and cooperation without additional litigation.


Benefits of Parenting Coordination

Parenting coordination offers major advantages for both parents and children, including:

  • Fewer court appearances and reduced legal expenses

  • Faster resolution of parenting disagreements

  • Improved communication between co-parents

  • Lower emotional stress on children

  • More consistent routines and structure

Our attorneys often recommend parenting coordination in high-conflict cases where continued disputes would otherwise prolong litigation or harm family relationships.


Who Can Serve as a Parenting Coordinator in Florida?

Under Florida law, a Parenting Coordinator must be:

  • A licensed mental health professional, physician, or family law attorney

  • Trained and certified in parenting coordination and family dynamics

  • Approved by the local circuit court

  • Neutral and independent from both parties

We help ensure that your appointed coordinator meets all legal requirements and understands your family’s unique needs.


Parenting Coordination vs. Mediation

Although both mediation and parenting coordination involve neutral professionals, they serve different purposes:

Feature

Mediation

Parenting Coordination

Focus

Settlement of legal issues

Long-term co-parenting issues

Duration

Single session or short-term

Ongoing relationship

Neutral’s Role

Facilitator

Educator, mediator, monitor

Court Oversight

Ends after agreement

May include ongoing reporting

Best For

Initial agreements

Chronic post-judgment conflict

Our attorneys explain when each approach makes sense — and how they can complement one another in family law cases.


Parenting Coordination in High-Conflict Cases

Parenting coordination is especially useful in cases involving:

  • Repeated time-sharing violations

  • Refusal to communicate or cooperate

  • Parental alienation

  • Mental health or substance abuse issues

  • Children showing stress or anxiety due to conflict

At Rier Jordan P.A., we have extensive experience helping parents in high-conflict situations implement practical, child-centered solutions.


Costs and Payment of Parenting Coordination

Typically, the court determines how fees are divided between parents.
Depending on financial circumstances, one party may be ordered to pay a larger portion of the cost.

Our attorneys help ensure that any parenting coordination order — including cost allocation — is fair, affordable, and transparent.


If co-parenting conflicts are affecting your child or leading to repeated court battles, our attorneys can help you pursue parenting coordination as a more positive solution.

Let us help you create stability, reduce conflict, and protect your child’s best interests through effective parenting coordination.

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Why Choose Rier Jordan P.A.

Experienced Miami Family Law Attorneys
Knowledge of Court-Approved Parenting Coordination Procedures
Strong Advocacy in High-Conflict Parenting Cases
Compassionate, Child-Focused Representation
Serving Families Throughout South Florida

Our mission is to help families resolve disputes peacefully, rebuild trust, and create healthy co-parenting relationships that put children first.


Serving Families Across South Florida

We proudly serve clients throughout:

  • Miami-Dade County

  • Broward County

  • Palm Beach County

  • Monroe County (Florida Keys)

  • And across the State of Florida

Contact Our Miami Parenting Coordination Attorneys

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