Prep for 1st Meeting w/ Minors Counsel
Hi everyone — I’m preparing for my first parent interview with minors counsel and could really use some guidance from those who have been through this.
(For some context, my ex-husband has kept me from our girls since November 2023, when I finally found the strength to leave a physically and emotionally abusive marriage. We’ve been in the court process since then. I had an emergency DVRO against him for a physical altercation that led me to the ER for stitches in my head &&& he filed one against me with fabricated stories and claims that I’m an alcoholic & drug addict, provided letters from his sister and best friend. Same courthouse and two different judges granted the ROs. So we had dual restraining orders… what a mess!!!
I was screwed over by my 1st attorney by him agreeing to should settle on a temporary order without seeing a judge because the ex’s claims seemed strong, even though there was zero evidence provided, just he said, she said on his end.)
Anyways, after 1 1/2yrs of battling this temp order, and the ex filing several continuances, Nov 2025, we finally got in front of a judge, she basically took what he said at face value and ordered for my 2 girls to enroll in indiv therapy, reunif therapy w/ me and minors counsel.
We were supposed to have hearing end of March this year, but minors counsel filed a continuance because the ex did not do any of the requested orders!!
After 5months, my girls finally had their very 1st reunification therapy appt 2 weeks ago. Per reunif therapist, so far, they’ve been showing strong resistance and emotional reactivity, and I’m deeply concerned about the impact of parental alienation.
I want to approach this interview in the most constructive, child-focused way possible, while still clearly communicating my concerns and experiences.
For those who’ve done this before:
What kinds of questions did minors counsel ask you?
How did you prepare beforehand?
What helped you come across as credible, calm, and focused on your kids’ best interests?
Are there things you wish you had said differently (or avoided altogether)?
How much detail is appropriate when discussing concerns about the other parent?
Any insight, advice, or even lessons learned would mean a lot. I just want to make sure I show up in the best way possible for my children.
Thank you in advance 🤍