Capital Markets: Convertible Debt
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213 485 1234Chambers Review
Latham & Watkins LLP is a premier choice for issuers and investment banks seeking advice on complex convertible offerings. The firm draws upon broad capital markets and securities expertise when advising on bulge bracket deals.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins LLP advised Bank of America as initial purchaser in iQIYI's offering of $600 million aggregate principal amount of 6.5% convertible senior notes due 2028.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Latham always delivers top-notch client service. I love having the team on our side on any intricate transaction with unique features."
"Latham & Watkins has a phenomenal bench with outstanding partners."
"The Latham lawyers are incredibly thoughtful and industry-leading with an ability to cover a wide range of products."
"Latham always delivers top-notch client service. I love having the team on our side on any intricate transaction with unique features."
"Latham & Watkins has a phenomenal bench with outstanding partners."
"The Latham lawyers are incredibly thoughtful and industry-leading with an ability to cover a wide range of products."
Notable Practitioners
Greg Rodgers is highly regarded in the convertible debt space. He is particularly recommended for his ability to structure convertible bond documents.
"Greg is a preeminent expert in convertible debt."
"He is a go-to call for issuers and banks alike. Greg is a leader in the space."
Arash Aminian Baghai is praised for his expert knowledge of convertible bonds.
"He is a very detailed-oriented partner who is incredibly strong mechanically and commercially."
"He is innovative. Arash is always a first call given his level of expertise and willingness to solve issues."
"Arash has extensive knowledge and is able to streamline complex transactions."
Reza Mojtabaee-Zamani complements a strong knowledge of equity capital markets with expertise in convertible notes.
"Reza is always proactive and has both a creative and surgical approach to problem-solving."
"Reza instills confidence in his clients."
"He is an excellent partner."
Witold Balaban comes highly praised by clients and market insiders alike for his longstanding experience in the convertible debt market.
"Witold has great judgment. He understands issues quickly and thinks expansively about solutions."
"He is an excellent partner to work with."
Ranked Lawyers at
Latham & Watkins LLP
USA - Nationwide