What can a parent do if they disagree with how a parenting coordinator is exercising authority?

A parent who believes a coordinator is overstepping the scope of authority set out in the parenting coordination agreement, or exercising that authority unfairly, should first raise the concern directly and specifically, referencing the agreement's actual wording, rather than simply refusing to comply. Many disagreements come down to differing interpretations of what the agreement actually allows, and a direct conversation, sometimes with each parent's lawyer involved, can resolve a genuine misunderstanding about scope without needing to escalate further.

Where the disagreement persists, options generally include seeking a second opinion or formal review depending on what the agreement provides, or, in more serious situations, bringing the concern before a court if the coordinator's authority is genuinely being exceeded and the underlying arrangement allows for that kind of review. Because unilaterally ignoring a coordinator's decision can itself create problems, particularly if the decision was properly within their authority, getting legal advice before deciding how to respond is important, so the parent's response is proportionate to whether the concern is really about scope, fairness, or simply disagreeing with the outcome.