Ridgely and Stiller

In the matter of *Ridgely and Stiller*, heard before Judge Bender, the dispute concerned parenting orders for the child X. The previous parenting orders were discharged, and new arrangements were established regarding X's upbringing and time spent with each parent.

The court was required to determine the extent of parental responsibility for X, particularly concerning her health and education, and to establish a living arrangement and time-sharing schedule for X with both parents. Additionally, the court needed to address practical matters such as school attendance, communication between parents, and the conduct of parents in relation to X and the proceedings.

Judge Bender ordered that the father have sole parental responsibility for X's health and education, subject to a requirement to consult with the mother and make genuine efforts to reach joint decisions. Otherwise, the parties were to have equal shared parental responsibility. X was ordered to live with the father, with specific provisions for X to spend time and communicate with the mother, including detailed arrangements for weekends, school holidays, and significant dates. The court also made orders regarding the suspension of the mother's time in certain circumstances, the facilitation of communication between X and the non-resident parent, and the father's liberty to change X's school. Further orders imposed restrictions on the mother attending X's school, prohibited discussion of the proceedings with X, and restrained parents from denigrating each other in X's presence. The court also mandated the exchange of contact details and the notification of serious illness or injury. Finally, specific directions were given for the immediate explanation of the orders to X and for the notification of relevant parties, including the school principal and medical practitioners.