Witold Balaban

Witold Balaban is a business lawyer and partner at Latham & Watkins LLP, who focuses on complex equity derivatives, capital markets matters, and structured financing transactions. He advises major financial institutions and corporate clients on strategies involving concentrated equity positions, balance sheet restructuring, and innovative financing solutions. His work includes convertible and exchangeable bond offerings, structured margin loans, funded collars, prepaid forwards, covered calls, and issuer share repurchase transactions. Clients value his ability to structure sophisticated deals, address regulatory considerations, and deliver practical guidance across jurisdictions and markets.

Witold earned a J.D. from New York University School of Law, where he graduated magna cum laude and received several academic honors for achievement and scholarship. He also earned a B.A. from Queens’ College, graduating summa cum laude as valedictorian. His legal education provided a strong foundation in securities regulation, corporate transactions, analytical reasoning, and problem solving. The combination of rigorous academic training and recognized performance helped prepare him for advising clients on demanding financial matters across global capital markets.

Witold has built a respected career advising leading banks and financial institutions on equity linked and derivative products. He has worked on first of their kind transactions, helping clients finance, hedge, monetize, and manage large equity holdings. His experience covers over the counter products and capital markets offerings, allowing clients to address complex business objectives with confidence. By developing practical structures and solutions, he helps organizations manage risk while pursuing strategic financial goals in changing markets and regulatory environments effectively.

Witold Balaban is recognized for combining technical knowledge with commercial judgment when handling sophisticated transactions. He has advised clients on financing strategies, share repurchase structures, forward sale arrangements, and equity offerings. His guidance helps institutions navigate legal requirements, evaluate transaction options, and execute complex deals efficiently. Through decades of experience in capital markets and derivatives, Witold has earned a reputation as a trusted adviser for clients seeking innovative and well structured financial solutions across industries and international markets globally.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• New York University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Queens’ College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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