Scott Budlong guides private fund managers, family offices, and other financial market participants through a wide variety of securities transactional and regulatory matters. He is dedicated to empowering clients to navigate U.S. securities laws confidently, with a focus on enabling successful asset deployment in a complex regulatory and market environment.

Clients benefit from Scott's legal knowledge and strategic insights across various public and private investment scenarios. His counsel on IPOs, PIPEs, SPACs, Rule 144A, and Regulation S transactions, as well as the securities law aspects of special situations, often prove invaluable to those he serves. Scott’s experience allows clients to make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and capitalize on opportunities across dynamic financial landscapes.

Beyond transactional work, Scott provides crucial guidance on disclosure, reporting, and compliance issues. He advises on Section 13 and 16 requirements, Rule 144, insider trading, and short-selling regulations. His involvement in digital assets and cryptocurrency demonstrates his adaptability in identifying emerging financial trends that can help clients stay ahead of the curve in their respective markets.

Scott's legal abilities also extend to corporate governance. He advises investors on board representation and is a resource to those engaged in shareholder activism. He advises directors on their fiduciary duties, conflicts of interest, and governance matters, with the goal of fostering responsible and effective leadership. This comprehensive approach to steering clients through their most important initiatives cements Scott's role as a vital asset to businesses and individuals involved in the intricate world of finance and securities law.

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My goal is to help my clients maximize their investment opportunities while successfully navigating the complex terrain of our capital markets."
Credentials

Education

  • Amherst College, B.A., Religion, 1986
  • Columbia University School of Law, J.D., 1992
  • University of Geneva, Certificat d’Études Européennes, 1989

Bar Admissions

  • New York
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