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As an Attorney & Counselor-at-Law since 1985, I have developed and maintained a proactive, problem-solving focus, working with clients in the areas of entertainment law, criminal law and family law to create projects and settle conflicts. Trained as a mediator, parenting coordinator and arbitrator, I utilize a diverse, professional skill set to facilitate positive outcomes for my clients.

My understanding of the family law process and its pitfalls helps to guide my clients to avoid getting caught up in them. In my practice, I educate clients about the complex systems and issues involved with divorce, parenting and family law. I counsel clients concerning divorce-related issues that impact families such as time-sharing, decision-making, single parenting, co-parenting, step parenting, and “merging” families. I work with parents who have children of all ages.

By combining mediation and parenting coordination methods, solutions are created that have a positive effect on parents and children, and also have a positive, long-term “ripple effect” on extended family relationships. I coach my clients as they develop the communication skills and problem- solving techniques necessary to create a peaceful divorce and co-parenting relationship.

I currently serve on several subcommittees of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, and I was co-creator of the Children First Parenting Coordination protocol (Plantation, Florida) as well as the Children First website. I earned the degree of Juris Doctor from Cardozo School of Law (NY) where I was an editor of the Arts & Entertainment Law Journal, and I earned the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Magna Cum Laude) from the State University of NY at Buffalo.

I have been a licensed attorney for almost 25 years, a parent for more than 20 years, and a stepparent for more than 5 years. Faced with my own decision to divorce more than 13 years ago, I knew that I wanted to “do divorce differently.” I created a vision of divorce for my family that included a peaceful, long-term future.

As a parent, as well as an adult whose own parents divorced when I was 15, I am sensitive to the need for honest, appropriate communication and parenting so that family members can grow and thrive -- even if divorce is part of the family's structure.

My private email address is cindyharari@aol.com.
Website:
http://makepeacemediation.com

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Cindy Harari, Esq.

Top 10 Tips for Creating a Parenting Plan*

Separated, divorced and never-married parents often face the daunting task of creating a parenting plan for their children. Where do they start? Here is some straightforward, expert advice from the Florida AFCC Parenting Plans Taskforce to help the entire family through this very important process.

1. There Is No “One Size Fits All” Parenting Plan --
Parenting plans should be constructed to meet the unique needs of each family and each family member.

2. Children’s Developmental NeedsContinue

Posted on April 29, 2009 at 3:00pm —

Cindy Harari, Esq.

Responsibility

Peaceful Divorce member Michael Mastracci's recent email included the following insightful message:

Spiritual Laws to Help With Divorce -- Responsibility

When going through a divorce, the desire to lay blame is strong, and of course, natural. But in order to learn and grow from the situation, and truly heal, we need to look inside of ourselves. When we can ask ourselves what our contributions to the situation have been, then we’re ready to take an honest look at exactly how we participa… Continue

Posted on April 10, 2009 at 3:00pm —

Cindy Harari, Esq.

What's Your Co-Parenting Style? Cooperative, Parallel or Somewhere In-Between?

One of many difficult things parents must do during and after their divorce is deal with their child(ren)'s other parent. While some aspects of "the deal" are spelled out in documents such as temporary or permanent court orders or final marital settlement agreements, most of the "parenting" details are not explicitly written down.

For example, a document provides that the child(ren) are to spend every Tuesday night and alternating weekends with Parent A. In most instances, an agreement will inc… Continue

Posted on April 9, 2009 at 1:00pm —

Cindy Harari, Esq.

Help for Separated and Divorced Parents: Parenting Coordination & Therapeutic Mediation

If you are a separated or divorced parent, you need to communicate with your child’s other parent. Even though you are no longer living together, and, in some cases, especially because you are no longer living together, conflicts about your children (minor ones and major ones) may arise with greater frequency.

What do you do? Hopefully, you calmly discuss and resolve issues such as pick-ups and drop-offs, schedule changes, money, extracurricular activities, and family matters with your c… Continue

Posted on January 27, 2009 at 5:30pm —

Cindy Harari, Esq.

A Bill of Rights for Separated & Divorced Parents

Do you think there is (or should be) a Bill of Rights for Separated & Divorced Parents? Peaceful Divorce member Rosalind Sedacca provides a wealth of resources regarding child-centered divorce, and shares her thoughtful commentary on this 12-point list that was published on the internet:

1) The right to feel and express love and affection for your children. Rosalind Sedacca: No one should deny you this right or your children the right to benefit from your… Continue

Posted on January 12, 2009 at 4:30pm —

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At 8:53pm on June 23, 2009, Elena Rose Minicucci said…
Cindy: I would love to add a photo of me to the page...as soon as I figure out how to do that!
At 9:04pm on June 22, 2009, Elena Rose Minicucci said…
Hello Cindy: Thanks for the welcome. I do not have a website up yet but I am working on it. I have a four week seminar tentatively planned for the Fall. I am working on getting speakers. The steering committee I met with last Friday want a seminar centered around helping people get their finances together if they lose their job or get "downsized" at work; getting resume put togther; polishing interview skills; using the internet to find work; social/work networking; teaching their kids to live on less and how to budget; and keeping a positive attitude in tough times. I am looking for speakers who can lecture for about 45 minutes and provide their own materials. Of course it is a great way to network for clients. I will call you tomorrow with more information. Thanks again.
Best Regards,
Elena Minicucci
At 5:42pm on July 24, 2008, Susan Ames said…
Hi! I accepted you as a friend!
At 9:26am on May 15, 2008, Cynthia Tiano, Esq. said…
Hey Cindy -

How about popping off a quick blog post for us here giving us a bit of an update as to what is happening with the Parenting Coordinator proposals, or anything else you would like to share! Your experience and wisdom are a great gift!

Cynthia
At 8:20pm on May 14, 2008, Lisheyna Hurvitz M.A.Ed. said…
Cindy
It was great to meet you and exchange ideas on Thursday.
So much has happened since then... son's graduation from law school, more healing with my ex and his parents (yay!), my mom having a small stroke on Mother's Day (spent it in the ER thank God) and more!
So please send me your email so we can keep in touch. I am leaving for Boston for one week tomorrow morning (thurs).
Big hugs to you,
Lisheyna
At 3:04pm on May 4, 2008, Lisheyna Hurvitz M.A.Ed. said…
Cindy, Hi. Sorry we missed each other by phone. I want to discuss the new peaceful divorce model with you.
Please let me know when a good time for us to talk would be either in person or on the phone. 561-391-1498
Am looking forward to sharing ideas. Sincerely, Lisheyna
At 8:12pm on April 29, 2008, Priscilla V, Marotta, Ph.D. said…
Hi -

Intresting site...thanks for sharing this resource.

Priscilla
At 1:00pm on April 3, 2008, Jeanie Rule, Divorce Recovery Coach for Moms said…
Hi Cindy,

Thanks for your note. I don't record Solo Mamas Speak Out since they aren't really teleclasses - it's more of an organic conversation on a topics near and dear to divorced moms. It's a free call I offer once a month (usually the first Friday of the month), so there will be others. Feel free to join us another time - I'd love to have you on the call!

You can find out more at www.SoloMama.com/speakout.html

Have a wonderful day Cindy!
All my best,
Jeanie Rule
www.SoloMama.com
At 8:56pm on March 23, 2008, Dr. Jackie Black said…
Thanks so much for your info.

Cindy, do you have non-peaceful divorce email address?

Warmly,
Dr. Jackie
At 6:38pm on March 19, 2008, Cynthia Tiano, Esq. said…
Hi Cindy -

Welcome to Peaceful Divorce! We're glad to have you here joining in on this important conversation whose time has come!

We're looking forward to you weighing in on our forum discussions!

Cynthia Tiano
 
 

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