Superior Court >Family Court >Services >Conciliation Services Parenting Conference: Frequently Asked Questions Do I need to bring children to the first appointment? No unless you are notified by an Order to Appear the the children have appointments, do not bring the children. At what age are children interviewed? Young children may be interviewed depending on their verbal skills. Typically children under five are not interviewed; however, the evaluator may observe young children interacting with the parents in a playroom. Are the interviews taped or recorded? Parties are not allowed to use tape-recording devices. Parties and the counselors are expected to be prepared/organized for meetings, outline their concerns and to take notes. What if I am afraid to be interviewed with the other parent? Notify Conciliation Services if you fear for your safety or are afraid to be interviewed with the other parent. If you can, call before your appointment and let the receptionist know as soon as you arrive for your appointment. You may be interviewed individually to determine how best to proceed under the circumstances. Can we reach agreements in a Parenting Conference? Yes, you can reach agreements before or during a Parenting Conference. Negotiations in a court-ordered meeting are not confidential and staff may also provide recommendations to the Judge. Once an appointment is ordered, the parties must attend even if they have made an agreement. When do I get a written report? Typically, a written report is provided to the Judge, the parties and attorneys 10 days before the Court's scheduled review hearing.