Parallel Parents — When Co-Parenting Isn’t an Option

Episode Summary: In this episode of Navigating Consumer and Family Law Challenges, attorney Amanda Hill explores the concept of parallel parenting—a structured alternative for high-conflict parenting situations where traditional co-parenting proves impossible. Amanda outlines how and when this method is implemented, what courts expect, and how it affects both parents and children. Listeners gain valuable insight on recognizing when parallel parenting is necessary, how to implement it effectively, and how to move toward better collaboration in the future. Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Show Introduction 00:35 – What is parallel parenting and how it differs from co-parenting 02:47 – Signs parallel parenting may be necessary 04:30 – Impact on children in high-conflict parenting situations 06:12 – How courts structure a parallel parenting plan 07:34 – Can parents transition back to cooperative co-parenting? 09:03 – When to recognize that co-parenting is too high-conflict 11:20 – Reframing guilt and giving yourself grace About the Show: "Navigating Consumer and Family Law Challenges" features insights from SoCal's trusted attorneys Amanda Hill and Sarah Khosrabadi. The show focuses on family law, consumer protection, and employment law, offering helpful, caring, and professional legal advice.