Rachael Coulsting is a highly experienced legal professional currently serving as Legal Director at Shakespeare Martineau since October 2023. Prior to this role, Rachael held the position of Senior Associate at Shoosmiths from September 2021 to October 2023, and at Eversheds Sutherland from September 2011 to August 2021, where Rachael specialized in planning matters. Rachael began the legal career at Eversheds Sutherland as a Trainee Solicitor, completing a Training Contract with a focus on Real Estate Litigation, Restructuring, Core Real Estate, and Planning. Rachael holds a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) and Legal Practice Course (LPC) from The College of Law (2009 - 2011), as well as a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Theology and Religious Studies from the University of Cambridge (2006 - 2009).