About Gia Cheltenham
Gia Cheltenham Twine is a corporate attorney based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in business law, antitrust law, and securities law. A member of the State Bar of California since December 1997, she has built a robust career in the legal field. Currently, she serves as counsel at Thompson Coburn LLP, a full-service law firm with multiple offices across the United States. Her role at the firm allows her to leverage her extensive knowledge and experience to provide high-quality legal services. Ms. Twine earned her Juris Doctor from the UCLA School of Law in 1997. Before that, she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Economics at the University of California, Los Angeles, in 1992. This strong academic foundation gave her the analytical skills necessary for navigating complex legal issues.
Prior to joining Thompson Coburn, she worked at prominent law firms, including Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. These positions provided her with a diverse range of experiences that have shaped her approach to corporate law. At Thompson Coburn, Ms. Twine advises clients on a variety of matters, including private equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. She assists both individuals and privately held companies with equity and asset transactions, entity formation, and maintenance. Her expertise extends to drafting LLC operating agreements and shareholders’ agreements while ensuring compliance with federal and state securities laws. This comprehensive skill set enables her to address the needs of each client effectively. In her previous roles, Ms.
Twine represented venture debt clients in acquiring equity positions in borrowers. She also played a pivotal role in forming, maintaining, and winding down special purpose vehicles for venture debt investments. Her work included negotiating sophisticated limited liability company agreements and providing extensive advice on general corporate matters. This experience developed her ability to handle the details of corporate law and offer strategic guidance to her clients. Ms. Twine is not only known for her legal acumen but also for her responsiveness and thoroughness in representing clients. She aims to achieve their goals in a straightforward, efficient, and practical manner. Outside of her professional commitments, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
A passionate dog lover, Ms. Twine dreams of having a ranch dedicated to caring for pups in need of a home. For more information, you can contact Ms. Twine at Thompson Coburn LLP, located at 10100 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 500, Los Angeles, CA 90067-4121. Her phone number is (310) 282-2500, and her email address is GTwine@thompsoncoburn.com.
