Arash Aminian Baghai

Arash Aminian Baghai is a business lawyer and partner at Latham & Watkins LLP, who focuses on corporate finance, securities law, and complex equity derivative transactions. He advises public companies, financial institutions, and market participants on capital markets matters involving convertible debt, equity offerings, and structured products. His practice includes initial public offerings, follow-on offerings, debt issuances, restructuring transactions, and governance guidance. Clients value his knowledge of securities regulations and his ability to develop practical solutions for challenging financial and transactional matters across industries in global markets.

Arash earned a B.Comm. from the University of Toronto, followed by an M.B.A. from Arizona State University. He later received a J.D. from Hastings College of the Law, graduating magna cum laude. In addition, he obtained the Chartered Financial Analyst designation from the CFA Institute. This combination of business, legal, and financial training provides a strong foundation for advising on sophisticated transactions. His academic background supports detailed analysis, strategic planning, and effective client representation in complex matters for many clients.

Arash has represented issuers, underwriters, dealer managers, and financial institutions in significant transactions throughout his career. His experience includes convertible senior note offerings, mandatory convertible preferred stock offerings, exchange offers, equity programs, and acquisition related financings. He has worked on matters involving major companies across healthcare, energy, infrastructure, retail, and insurance sectors. By helping clients structure transactions, address regulatory requirements, and manage disclosure obligations, he supports informed decision making and successful execution of complex business objectives for diverse organizations worldwide.

Arash Aminian Baghai has earned recognition for his work in the convertible debt and capital markets space. Industry sources have highlighted his responsiveness, technical knowledge, commercial understanding, and ability to handle complex matters. He advises on securities law compliance, stock exchange obligations, and corporate governance issues, helping organizations navigate important legal and financial responsibilities. Through careful planning and practical guidance, Arash helps clients complete transactions efficiently while addressing risks and supporting long term business goals with confidence consistently.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP
• Member, The State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Hastings College of the Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Arizona State University
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• University of Toronto
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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