What changes has Scott Barshay made at Paul, Weiss?

Tighter staffing, rainmaker-heavy comp, apolitical stance, M&A focus—turning a lit-heavy firm into a profit machine.

Why are litigators leaving Paul, Weiss?

Trump deal backlash, Epstein fallout, cultural shift to corporate beige—many feel the soul's gone.

Is Paul, Weiss more profitable under Barshay?

Yes—revenue up 23.8% to $3.26B, PPEP up 14.5%. Money flows, but at identity's expense.

Scott Barshay's Paul, Weiss Pivot: Billions Pour In, Litigators Bolt

Paul, Weiss hits record $3.26 billion under Scott Barshay, but the firm's progressive litigators are fleeing a hyper-corporate overhaul. More money, less mission—echoes of AI's own profit-vs-principles dilemma.

theAIcatchup Apr 09, 2026 4 min read

Scott Barshay at podium addressing Paul Weiss partners amid revenue charts

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Scott Barshay's reforms boost Paul, Weiss revenue to $3.26B but drive litigator exodus 𝕏
Shift from progressive powerhouse to apolitical M&A machine mirrors AI profit-vs-principles tensions 𝕏
Bold prediction: Dominates AI deals short-term, risks reputation long-term 𝕏

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