What is the process for removing a parenting coordinator who isn't working out?
The process for removing a parenting coordinator generally depends on what the parenting coordination agreement says about ending or changing the arrangement, since this is a private, contract-based role rather than one governed by a single fixed legal procedure. Some agreements allow either parent to end the arrangement unilaterally with notice, while others require both parents to agree, or set out specific grounds, such as a serious concern about how the coordinator is exercising their role, before the arrangement can be ended.
Where both parents agree the coordinator isn't working out, this is usually straightforward: they simply end the arrangement according to the agreement's terms and, if they still want this kind of support, look for a replacement. Where only one parent wants to remove the coordinator and the agreement doesn't allow unilateral withdrawal, that parent may need to raise specific, documented concerns, and in some cases involve a court if the underlying arrangement is tied to a court order. Reviewing the exact termination terms in your agreement with a family lawyer is the right starting point before attempting to remove a coordinator.
Key takeaways
- Removal terms depend entirely on what the parenting coordination agreement itself provides.
- Some agreements allow unilateral withdrawal; others require mutual agreement or specific grounds.
- Ending the arrangement is straightforward when both parents agree it isn't working.
- Review your agreement's specific termination terms with a lawyer before attempting removal.