Caitlin Taylor

Caitlin is an Apprentice Solicitor in the regulatory department, assisting the Partners and Solicitors in the representation of individuals and businesses across a range of regulatory areas including professional discipline, CQC and Ofsted regulation, inquests and regulatory defence.

Caitlin joined Stephensons in June 2024 as a Graduate Paralegal, shortly after completing her undergraduate studies at the University of Exeter, where she achieved an upper second-class honours degree in Law. In February 2025, Caitlin began her Solicitor Apprenticeship and is currently studying for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) on a part-time basis.

Caitlin has assisted on a number of notable cases, including:

• Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) referral: Prepared detailed representations addressing allegations and evidencing insight and remediation. The NMC accepted these submissions and closed the case with no further action.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) representations: Successfully opposed a proposed barring order by demonstrating the client’s positive regulatory history, accountability, and learning. The DBS concluded there was no ongoing risk and took no further action.
• NMC Interim Orders (Richmond v NMC): Assisted Laura Hannah in this landmark High Court case, which addressed the fairness of interim order conditions and emphasised the importance of evidence-based decision-making in regulatory proceedings.
• Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) investigation: Supported a complex investigation into a number of law firms by conducting detailed file reviews and preparing a forensic report to assist the SRA in considering potential misconduct.
• Firearms licence revocation appeal: Assisted in successfully appealing a police decision to revoke a firearms licence, resulting in the decision being overturned due to evidential deficiencies and the absence of a public safety risk.
• CQC Notice of Decision to Cancel Registration: Assisted a large care provider in appealing a Notice of Decision to cancel its registration following concerns regarding service safety and safeguarding. Prepared and submitted detailed evidence in accordance with tribunal directions, which resulted in the CQC re-inspecting the service and ultimately withdrawing its enforcement action.
• Ofsted Notice of Intention to Cancel Registration: Acted for a children’s home provider in appealing a Notice of Intention to cancel registration, following concerns relating to the Responsible Individual and Registered Manager. Liaised with Ofsted regarding the concerns and improvements made; following re-inspection, Ofsted withdrew its enforcement action and did not proceed with the appeal.

Caitlin approaches her work with diligence and a strong focus on achieving the best possible outcome for clients. She takes a thoughtful and strategic approach, carefully exploring all available options, whether that involves pursuing an appeal or protecting a client’s position pending further disclosure. She is known for her attentive and supportive manner and is committed to delivering positive results.

Caitlin is a member of the Manchester Young Solicitors Group (MYSG) and regularly attends events and engages with other professionals in the regulatory field.

What clients say 

"I was unsure and under loads of stress when dealing with a driving without due care and attention charge. Caitlin Taylor reassured me that my mitigation will be enough and I would avoid a disqualification. She answered all my concerns and explained to me the whole process . I received a great outcome." - From a satisfied client