David Reichenberg

Antitrust and Competition

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I’m honored to have been named to Global Competition Review’s (GCR) “40 Under 40” quadrennial list, which recognizes the top antitrust lawyers in the world under the age of 40, and I have also been recognized in Chambers USA for antitrust. But most important, I love working with entrepreneurs, and my 9-year-old is the head of R&D for a startup focused on kids toys.

Professional Background

I am a competition and strategy partner, and I regularly advise on issues of growth, partnerships and competitive differentiation. I have represented industry-leading clients ranging from Fortune 500 corporations to emerging companies across key industries, including health care, financial services, entertainment and technology, among others, on both the plaintiff and defense sides of antitrust litigation.

I also advise my clients on the antitrust implications of potential business initiatives and litigate unfair competition issues, including intellectual property- and trade secrets-related matters. Additionally, I have worked with clients on responses to government investigations involving the U.S. Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission, the European Commission, and the U.K. Competition and Markets Authority in both offensive and defensive matters.

As a partner at Manatt, I enjoy leading teams, mentoring associates and working toward a common goal. I am also a regular contributor to Forbes and its Leadership Strategy Section for business executives.

Representative Experience With Emerging Companies

  • I counseled the C-suite of a rising industry leader with regard to its new product development, competitive strategy and engagement with the antitrust authorities.
  • I litigated on behalf of the most innovative company in its space (security technology) and achieved a resolution that allowed the company to meet its business goals.
  • I worked with app developers to gain market acceptance and meet growth objectives, and consulted on partnerships that could further help them reach their strategic goals.
  • I represented an independent movie theater in connection with its ability to access the most popular first-run films.

Areas of Focus

  • Antitrust
  • Unfair Competition
  • Strategy and Growth
My Advice to Entrepreneurs
  1. Know your competitive landscape. Who are you up against, and how are you differentiated competitively? If you are the first of your kind, analyze the biggest barriers to wide-scale acceptance.
  2. Pick your tribe carefully. Someone may have the technical or business expertise you require, but does your ethos align with theirs in how to take the next steps?
  3. Your north star should be how you are gaining the trust and love of your users. If you are successful, many other things naturally fall into place.