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May 13, 2026

Commissioner Caitlin Taylor brings Dependency Court perspective to juvenile justice

Drawing on more than two decades in dependency court, Superior Court Commissioner Caitlin C. Taylor approaches juvenile justice with an emphasis on listening, education and accountability, encouraging minors to think about school, careers and life beyond the courtroom.

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Commissioner Caitlin Taylor brings Dependency Court perspective to juvenile justice

Caitlin C. Taylor

Los Angeles County Superior Court

Career Highlights: Appointed commissioner, Los Angeles County Superior Court, 2025; senior deputy county counsel, Monterey Park, 2010-2025; staff attorney, Los Angeles County Dependency Lawyers, 2007-2010; staff attorney, Children's Law Center of Los Angeles, 2005-07

Law School: UC Law San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings College of the Law), 2004
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EAST LOS ANGELES - When Superior Court Commissioner Caitlin C. Taylor speaks with juveniles in her courtroom, the conversation often turns to school.

"That's your literal job," she tells them, echoing advice her own parents once gave her.

Taylor asks about grades, graduation plans, and career goals. Some minors leave court with assignments to write down what they want for their future. Others return with updates about trade programs, diplomas, or... (continued)

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