Dr. Michaela Westrup, LL.M.

“Understanding our clients’ markets and their competitive dynamics is paramount in antitrust counseling, which is why we are almost always close to the front line of our clients’ operations,” says Michaela Westrup, who is pleased to be recognized by clients and directories as “always one step ahead” (JUVE Handbook 2020/2021), someone who “finds solutions where others give up” (JUVE Handbook 2019/2020), “pragmatic and practical” (client), “highly reliable and competent” (client), and “clear, decisive, and trustworthy” (client).

She emphasizes: “Working in longstanding teams and building and nurturing authentic relationships sets us apart from the competition. That is the key to exceptional results and to lasting partnerships with our clients.” Michaela Westrup champions the culture to which Reed Smith is committed, as reflected in the firm’s core values.

Michaela Westrup regularly speaks on current developments in antitrust law at conferences, including those hosted by the organisation pro Software Escrow e.V. (OSE), the Studienvereinigung Kartellrecht e.V., the German Brands Association (Markenverband e.V. ), the German Garden Industry Association (Industrieverband Garten e.V.), the Manufacturers’ Association Home & Garden (Herstellerverband Haus & Garten e.V.), and the German Nonfood Congress. She publishes frequently on German and EU competition law. She is recognized by JUVE as “often recommended” in antitrust in Germany and is ranked among Germany’s Best Lawyers by Handelsblatt.

Sector Focus:

• Associations
• Betting and Gaming
• Consumers
• Conventions
• E-commerce and Distribution
• FinTech
• Health and Life Sciences
• InsurTech
• (Luxury) Brands
• Media
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Travel and Mobility
• Technology and Platforms