Atty. Daniel N. Budofsky

Atty. Daniel N. Budofsky

Daniel Budofsky is a partner in Bingham’s Investment Management Practice Group and co-leader of our derivatives and commodities practice. Dan advises financial institutions, corporations, investment funds and asset managers on financial products in domestic and international transactions.

Call (212) 858-1000 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Daniel N. Budofsky at a glance

Daniel N. Budofsky is a business attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Pillsbury. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at New York University (J.D., 1990) and Cornell University (BS, 1979). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Derivatives and Futures Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Daniel Budofsky is a partner in Bingham’s Investment Management Practice Group and co-leader of our derivatives and commodities practice
  • Dan advises financial institutions, corporations, investment funds and asset managers on financial products in domestic and international transactions
  • He has worked on numerous derivatives and financing transactions, including fund derivatives, as well as a variety of complex structured products
  • Dan’s practice encompasses convertible, exchangeable and over-the-counter derivatives financing transactions
  • Dan’s clients have included some of the largest financial institutions in the world as well as major endowments and “Fortune 50” companies
  • Dan has acted as counsel to the Asset Management Group of the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) in connection with derivatives reform
  • He also represented the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) in connection with the drafting of the 2006 Fund Derivatives Definitions and the 2011 Equity Derivatives Definitions projects
  • Long recognized as a “Band 1” lawyer in the derivatives area by the editors of Chambers USA and Chambers Global, clients say that Dan is “smart, really cares and has a real depth of knowledge in Dodd-Frank,” and that Dan “delivers the highest quality of service and advice.”

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel N. Budofsky's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel N. Budofsky handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Daniel N. Budofsky is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional New York attorneys? Browse all attorneys in New York or all attorneys in New York.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel N. Budofsky

Where is Daniel N. Budofsky's law office located?
Daniel N. Budofsky's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Pillsbury. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel N. Budofsky handle?
Daniel N. Budofsky focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Daniel N. Budofsky go to law school?
Daniel N. Budofsky earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (BS, 1979).
How can I contact Daniel N. Budofsky for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel N. Budofsky directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Daniel N. Budofsky received?
Daniel N. Budofsky's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Derivatives and Futures Law; Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1990
BS
Cornell University
- 1979

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Derivatives and Futures Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Convertible Bonds
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Equity Derivatives
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Over-the-Counter
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Regulatory
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transactions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — IFLR1000 (2010-2013)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Global, Capital Markets: Derivatives (2011–2013)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Global, Capital Markets: Securitization (2014)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA, Capital Markets: Derivatives (2003–2012, 2014)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal 500 US (2014)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Derivatives and Futures Law (New York City)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.