Start With the Real Issue
Define the Decision in a High-Conflict Custody Matter
The initial review should distinguish immediate safety concerns from chronic communication problems, disputed facts, and disagreements about the child's routine.
A useful consultation is more focused when the immediate objective, the people involved, the current procedural posture, and any deadline or upcoming event are identified before solutions are discussed.
- Separate urgent concerns from recurring conflict
- Create a reliable parenting and communication record
- Develop specific, enforceable parenting terms

