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This program is designed to help parents implement their parenting plan and resolve day-to-day parenting issues with the assistance of a neutral third party. For example, one parent wants to change the court-ordered visitation time and the other parent disagrees. The Parenting Coordinator would talk to each parent to see if they could agree and would make a recommendation if they could not agree.
Benefits of a parenting coordinator include:
- Effective communication with a focus on the child’s best interest.
- Reduced misunderstandings and a process for parents to reach a mutual compromise.
- Reduced litigation in court.
- Lower costs and shorter timeframes.
Find Your Own Parenting Coordinator
Under Court Rule 5:8D the court may appoint a parenting coordinator selected by the parties. This can be a professional who is not on the Judiciary's roster, or it can be someone the parents trust, such as a mutual friend or community member. The benefit of choosing someone they know is that the person is familiar with the family members and their unique situation.
Use a Parenting Coordinator from the Court’s Roster
The court can appoint a parenting coordinator from the Judiciary's roster of trained professionals. They are often attorneys, mediators, or mental health professions who have completed mandatory training. They charge an hourly fee for their services.
Apply to Be a Parenting Coordinator
If you want to be listed on the court’s roster as a professional parenting coordinator, you need to apply. Approved parenting coordinators can also change or update their roster status.
For more information, contact the Family Practice Division at or email .
Parenting Coordinators Roster
| Parenting Coordinator | Approved for DV Cases | Hourly Rate | 
|---|---|---|
| South Jersey Divorce Solutions Melissa Fecak Esq. LLC 16 North Centre St,  2nd Floor 
    Merchantville,
    New Jersey
    08109
   I am a family lawyer, mediator and collaborative divorce practitioner who is licensed to practice law in New Jersey. I strive to assist individuals and couples to resolve their differences without destroying their families. By using creative and out of the box thinking, I work with clients to develop solutions that they can live with and feel good about. | Yes | $350.00 | 
| Dr. Hagovsky is a licensed psychologist with over forty years of education, training and experience providing forensic evaluative and treatment services in New Jersey. These include Custody and Best Interests Evaluations, Parenting Coordination, parent-child reconciliation, family therapy, as well as parenting education and co-parenting counseling. | Yes | $350.00 | 
| Cipriano Law Offices, PC 175 Fairfield Avenue Suite 4C/D 
    West Caldwell,
    New Jersey
    07006
   I have been practicing Family Law since 1996. In addition to significant litigation and trial experience gained through my practice, I am also a Qualified Mediator and have been trained in Collaborative Law. | No | $400.00 | 
| As an attorney with 30 years of experience primarily in Family Practice, I am well equipped to address high conflict matters involving children and parents. I have been appointed as a Guardian Ad Litem by the courts on numerous occasions and have been successful in helping children. I have a track record of assisting clients in navigating complex family law issues and finding workable solutions. I am passionate about heling families find common ground and reaching agreements that are in the best interests of their children. Being a parent coordinator allows me to use my skills to positively impact the lives of families in need. | No | $400.00 | 
| Jacobs Berger, LLC 16 Washington Street, Suite 201 
    Morristown,
    New Jersey
    07960
   | No | $400.00 | 
| Helmer, Conley, and Kasselman 600 Beverly Rancocas Road 
    Willingboro,
    New Jersey
    08046
   
            Phone: (609) 315-5819
         | No | $400.00 | 
| No | $425.00 | |
| Goodgold West & Bennett, LLC 33 Bleeker Street,  Suite 210 
    Millburn,
    New Jersey
    07041
   Carmen Diaz, Esq. is a Divorce and Family law attorney with over 15 years of experience dealing with high conflict parenting matters. Through her practice, Ms. Diaz aims to help families resolve issues of conflict efficiently and thoughtfully. Ms. Diaz has extensive experience assisting families with children with special needs navigate the unique complexities of their case. | No | $425.00 | 
| 
            Phone: (973) 376-7733
         
            Email:monica@manesweinberg.com
         Having worked in education for over 25 years serving children of all ages, combined with my current roles as an educational advocate and expert in school program assessments, I am uniquely qualified to help parents with post divorce disputes. My goal is to obtain better outcomes for children. | No | $250.00 | 
| Legband & D'Onoforio, LLC 93 South Finley Avenue 
    Basking Ridge,
    New Jersey
    07920
   Ms. Legband devotes her practice to family law and has served as a parenting coordinator and mediator for many years, both privately and court appointed. She is Past President of Somerset County Bar Association and former Chair of Somerset County Family Law Committee. Ms. Legband was co-founder of the custody mediation program in Somerset County. | Yes | $450.00 | 
| November & Nunnink, LLC 16-00 Route 208 South Suite 201 
    Fair Lawn,
    New Jersey
    07410
   Carla has practiced exclusively family law for over thirty years. In addition to completing the Parent Coordinator Program, she is also collaboratively trained. Carla, a single parent, understands raising children in a divorce situation, and aspires to aid families in making the transition as easy as possible. | No | $350.00 | 
| Weinberger Divorce and Family Law Group, LLC 83 South Street Suite 201 
    Freehold,
    New Jersey
    07728
   As a Parenting Coordinator, I specialize in helping families navigate co-parenting challenges through effective communication and tailored parenting plans. With a background in mediation and family support, I am dedicated to fostering a positive environment that prioritizes children's well-being and empowers parents to resolve conflicts collaboratively. | Yes | $475.00 | 
| Price, Meese, Shulman & D'Arminio, P.C. 50 Tice Boulevard Suite 380 
    Woodcliff Lake,
    New Jersey
    07677
   Aaron Cohen is a seasoned family law attorney. He is a Co-Chair of the Bergen County Bar Association's Family Law Committee, Chair of the Bergen County Matrimonial Early Settlement Panel Program, and Co-Founder of the Bergen County FD Settlement Conference Program. He has litigated many cases involving custody/parenting time issues. | No | $375.00 | 
| Karen B. Donahue, PsyD, LLC 1540 Route 138 Suite 201 
    Wall Township,
    New Jersey
    07719
   
            Phone: (732) 528-5553
         
            Email:karen@drkdonahue.com
         Dr. Donahue is a Psychologist specializing in forensic and clinical psychology. Expertise centers around helping families achieve adaptive outcomes through improved communication, compromise, and perspective taking. Continually pursuing professional development to advance professional skills, she utilizes a solution-focused and child-centric approach. | Yes | $400.00 | 
| I’m a trained mediator, experienced with high conflict cases. My goal is to resolve issues swiftly to avoid motions that only increases legal fees on both sides. I will do my best to get you working together in the best interests of your children. | No | $400.00 | 
| For 30 years, Ms. Huckerby has exclusively devoted her practice to family law including divorce proceedings, post judgment litigation, and appellate practice. She served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable John Sweeney, A.J.S.C. (retired). | No | $350.00 | 
| Best Foot Forward Consulting 41 Watchung Plaza Suite 352 
    Montclair,
    New Jersey
    07042
   
            Phone: (646) 926-2245
         As a certified divorce mediator and domestic violence advocate, I bring a unique perspective to parenting coordination. My AFCC and NJAPM memberships reflect my commitment to helping parents collaboratively resolve conflict, prioritizing their children's well-being for efficient and positive outcomes. | Yes | $375.00 | 
| Ziegler Law Group 651 Old Mount Pleasant Avenue 
    Livingston,
    New Jersey
    07039
   Carole Hafferty has completed the New Jersey Family Mediation Training Course and the New Jersey Parenting Coordinator training. She has served as a private mediator, Early Settlement Panelist, and practices Family Law. She is experienced in family law matters involving parenting time disputes and resolutions. | No | $350.00 | 
| 
            Phone: (856) 429-7750 ext. 7770
         
            Email:bmatez@weirlawllp.com
         Bruce has practiced divorce and family law for over 30 years. He has mediated close to 2000 divorce and family law disputes and has served as a Guardian ad Litem for children appointed by the court. He has been appointed as a parenting coordinator in many matters. His direct office extension is (856) 429-7750 ext 7770. | Yes | $400.00 | 
| Law Office of Bryan Greenberg, LLC 180 Tices Lane Suite 201D 
    East Brunswick,
    New Jersey
    08816
   
            Phone: (917) 242-3184
         Guiding parents through conflicts to improve communication and cooperation. Focusing on resolving disputes, clarifying parenting plans, and reducing stress for families. Child-centered approach to create healthier dynamics, fostering stability and ensuring the best outcomes for parents and their children. | Yes | $300.00 |