The ‘very consistent, high-caliber lawyers’ in Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP‘s New York office are well versed in providing the full range of counsel to boards facing activist action from shareholders. Clients in this area include major multinationals in a plethora of industries and the team’s workload covers proxy contests, counsel through activist campaigns, and subsequent settlements. Scott A. Barshay is seen by one client as ’the best activist defense lawyer in the USA‘ and his practice covers takeover defense, activism campaigns and proxy contests at the most prominent levels. Krishna Veeraraghavan, whose ’impeccable legal knowledge differentiates him‘, is a key name for takeover defense, along with Kyle Seifried. Another senior figure is Jeffrey Marell, who has a diverse practice defending public companies and their boards against attacks.
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‘The collection of very consistent, high-caliber lawyers is unique. Very entrepreneurial feel and focused approach to their clients.’
‘Krishna Veeraraghavan's business-oriented approach combined with his impeccable legal knowledge differentiates him from his peers and competitors.’
‘Single best activist practice going.’
‘Scott Barshay is the best activist defense lawyer in the USA. Able to drive settlements that should not be achievable based on the situation. Best judgment in the business. Scott does his own work and is all over the process.’
Key clients
- Chevron Corporation
- Dana Incoporated
- Dave & Buster’s Entertainment
- Exelixis
- Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
- Masimo Corporation
- McDonald's
- Ovinitiv
- Suncor Energy
- The board of directors of New York City REIT
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Scott A. Barshay