# Three things that do not belong in family court

> Child activities, minor parenting schedule changes, and philosophical parenting decisions do not belong in family court. CoParenter offers an alternative.

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Published on October 15, 2019, by Hon. Sherrill Ellsworth (RET). Three types of parental decision-making issues should not be brought to court.

## Decisions for co-parents

- Child activity decisions should be made by co-parents, not judges.
- Parents should not go to court for every minor parenting schedule change.
- Philosophical parenting decisions draw on parents’ upbringing, experiences, expectations, and reading.

## An alternative to court

CoParenter is recommended as an alternative for resolving co-parenting issues. CoParenter has resolved thousands of issues on its app. Through GetHelp, co-parents can request an on-demand coParenter Professional to help resolve an issue and draft an agreement. Judge Ellsworth retired to focus on making courts more accessible, effective, and efficient for families.

## Guidance and contact

LawCoachBC provides free, personalized guidance to help clients through separation or divorce. LawCoachBC is located at 260-800 Hornby St., Vancouver, BC V6Z 2C5. Contact LawCoachBC by telephone at 604-660-9870.

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