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Carly Rivers 

My Family Court experience began in 2014 and now underpins my work as a McKenzie Friend. Since then I’ve been involved in child arrangements and other family law matters, including later divorce proceedings, working both with solicitors and representing myself, which has given me a practical understanding of the system and the pressures parents face when navigating it alone. 

In 2022 I appealed as a litigant in person and had a judge’s decision overturned where the other party was legally represented, showing how preparation, clear evidence and calm communication can influence outcomes.

I have a background in multidisciplinary design, including children’s rights design; I contributed internationally to the Designing for Children’s Rights guide and hold a PGCert in Advanced Child Protection, which taught me to see cases through the child’s lens and to understand how wider systems and processes affect the choices families make.

I now draw on my lived experience, academic knowledge and professional expertise to support families through Family Court with clear, structured, child-focused guidance.

Carly has been trained with the McKenzie Friend UK Network

Contact McKenzie Friend Carly Rivers

Child Arrangements
Financial Settlements
Divorce
Non Molestation Orders
Occupation Orders
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North East
 
  08/09/26 DJJ from Chesterfield about McKenzie Friend Carly Rivers

Carly stepped in for us at very short notice. She gave us much needed advice and guidance and pulled the information requested from us together to write a comprehensive position statement. Throughout she was kind, calm, professional and supportive. There was a moment when had she not have been there we may have given up. Afterward she followed up with a summary and action points which was very useful.

Thank you so much Carly. We would recommend you to anyone needing a McKenzie Friend

 
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  19/08/26 Ry from Grantham about McKenzie Friend Carly Rivers

I cannot thank Carly Rivers enough for the support, guidance, and reassurance you have given me throughout this incredibly difficult journey. Her knowledge, patience, and genuine compassion have made a huge difference to my confidence and understanding of the legal process.

Carly have always taken the time to explain things clearly, listened without judgment, and helped me stay focused during some of the most overwhelming moments. Her encouragement has given me the strength to keep moving forward, and I truly felt that someone was standing beside me when I needed it most.

Her dedication goes far beyond simply offering advice, she genuinely care about the people she help. Her professionalism, honesty, and commitment are truly remarkable, and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who needs a supportive and knowledgeable McKenzie Friend

Thank you for making such a positive impact on my case and on my wellbeing. Her kindness, expertise, and unwavering support have meant more to me than words can express. I am sincerely grateful for everything she have done.

 
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  04/04/26 Kat from Scarborough about McKenzie Friend Carly Rivers

Carly has been absolutely amazing so far she has been so supportive and so understanding she is great at her job and im so thankful that she is supporting me. Thank you so much for all the help and support that carly has and is continuing to do im truly grateful.

 
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  02/04/26 Ben from Bridlington about McKenzie Friend Carly Rivers

The process was made easy by Carly. After struggling to put it all together myself to get to where I needed,she was supportive and low cost for what I needed . So much appreciated

 
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  01/04/26 Lucy from Redcar about McKenzie Friend Carly Rivers

Amazing working with Carly such a professional and friendly support worker. Makes me feel at ease with all the stress I have dealt with. Would highly recommend Carly for any support as goes above and beyond.

 
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  01/02/26 Emma from Long Eaton about McKenzie Friend Carly Rivers

I cannot thank Carly enough.I foumd her to be really friendly,knowledgeable and pro active. She worked really hard on condensing  my information and went above and beyond with communication. She guided me through the process wirh tact and profrssionalism which I really appreciated. Her calm manner helped to alieviate my converns and worries about the court process.

 
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  23/01/26 Daniel from Bilston about McKenzie Friend Carly Rivers

From the very start on Carly she was super helpful and support and making the court help so easy and it took a lot a stress on my off with it and it help so much and I cannot say enough thank you as it been super helpful for the support. I wish I know about the serivce sooner.

 
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