Micheila West
About Micheila West
Micheila West is a legal counsel with extensive experience in the legal field, currently working at Trainline since 2018. She has previously held positions at sportscotland and Tods Murray LLP, and she studied law at the University of Edinburgh.
Work at Trainline
Micheila West has been serving as Legal Counsel at Trainline since 2018. In this role, she provides legal support and guidance to the organization, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Her responsibilities include reviewing contracts, advising on legal risks, and supporting various business initiatives. Her tenure at Trainline has spanned over six years, during which she has contributed to the company's legal framework and operational strategies.
Previous Experience at sportscotland
Before joining Trainline, Micheila West worked as in-house Legal Counsel at sportscotland from 2017 to 2018. During her one-year tenure in Glasgow, she provided legal advice and support to the organization, focusing on issues related to sports law and governance. This role allowed her to gain valuable experience in the sports sector and enhance her legal expertise.
Trainee Solicitor at Tods Murray LLP
Micheila West began her legal career as a Trainee Solicitor at Tods Murray LLP, where she worked from 2012 to 2014 in Edinburgh. Over the course of two years, she gained practical experience in various areas of law, contributing to her development as a legal professional. This foundational role provided her with insights into the legal industry and prepared her for her subsequent positions.
Education and Expertise
Micheila West holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from the University of Edinburgh, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She furthered her education at the University of Edinburgh's School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences, completing a one-year program from 2011 to 2012. This academic background has equipped her with a strong foundation in legal principles and critical thinking skills, which she applies in her current role.