Scott A. Barshay is a Partner and Chairman at Paul, Weiss, based in New York. His practice is centered on advising clients and their boards on mergers and acquisitions, activist defense, and significant corporate matters. Scott also provides counsel on securities law, corporate governance, crisis management, and internal investigations. He has represented major clients in landmark transactions, including ADP, Anheuser-Busch InBev, Chevron, IBM, and Qualcomm. His expertise spans various industries such as energy, technology, and industrials, making him a trusted advisor for many leading public companies and their boards in defending against hedge fund activism.