Laura was called to the Bar in 2012 and joined the Regulatory Department in May 2017.
Laura is responsible for leading investigations across the full range of fitness to practise cases brought by the Teaching Regulation Agency and the Education Workforce Council of Wales, covering matters of fraud and examination malpractice, safeguarding concerns, sexual misconduct and inappropriate behaviour, bullying and intimidation, and criminal convictions.
She takes a methodical and thorough approach to investigations, using her extensive experience of regulatory work to quickly identify the key points in dispute and anticipate issues which may arise, and to ensure a focused and proportionate investigation. Laura works closely with clients, building a productive relationship which in turn ensures a flexible and responsive approach during the life of an investigation and in preparation for the Hearing.
Laura also recognises the impact of proceedings on Registrants, witnesses and family members and she is dedicated to working towards the right outcome in a way which is sensitive to the people involved and to the public interest.
Prior to joining Kingsley Napley, Laura undertook a pupillage in criminal law (general and financial crime) and worked in oversight of the fitness to practise regimes of the major healthcare regulators.
RECENT WORK
Laura has investigated cases for the TRA and EWC concerning sexual behaviour towards pupils, exam malpractice, fraud, bullying and harassment, and criminal convictions.
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES AND MEMBERSHIPS
Association of Regulatory and Professional Disciplinary Lawyers (ARDL)
