Meet the Outside Chief Legal Team

Staff

Gia Ferraris brings decades of experience in operations, HR, compliance, and executive partnership across law, technology, nonprofit, biopharma, and startup sectors to her role at Outside Chief Legal. From Silicon Valley to the Gulf Coast, she is recognized for growing effective teams, streamlining processes, and supporting clients and colleagues with practical, people-focused leadership. Gia is committed to advancing the firm’s mission and fostering a collaborative, high-performing workplace.

Gia Ferraris serves as Chief of Staff at Outside Chief Legal LLC, bringing 25 years of operational leadership and executive partnership experience across legal, technology, nonprofit, biopharma, and startup sectors. With a career spanning dynamic organizations from Silicon Valley to the Gulf Coast, Gia is recognized for her ability to streamline operations, foster inclusive cultures, and guide teams through periods of growth and transformation.

In her role at OCL, Gia leads a broad range of business functions and cultivates a collaborative, efficient environment that benefits clients and team members alike. Her expertise in organizational strategy, process improvement, and staff development ensures that both the firm’s daily operations and long-term objectives are managed with professionalism and commitment to excellence.

Gia’s perspective has been shaped by her work at companies like Apple and several innovative Bay Area start-ups, always with a dedication to empowering others and delivering outstanding results. Now based in Mobile, she draws inspiration from motherhood and the arts, and enjoys contributing to the vibrant OCL culture and community. Gia is committed to advancing the firm’s mission and supporting the success of every client and colleague.