Surya Kundu

Associate Attorney - Retail & E-Commerce at Steptoe & Johnson LLP

Surya Kundu is an Associate Attorney specializing in Retail & E-Commerce at Steptoe & Johnson LLP. Her legal practice encompasses a range of areas, including products liability, false advertising, unfair competition, fraud, and consumer protection litigation. She also provides compliance and strategic risk reduction counseling on issues related to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), "green" marketing, cosmetics safety, labeling, pricing practices, and consumer advertising.1 2

Education and Background

Surya Kundu earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Michigan Law School, graduating magna cum laude, and holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Amherst College, where she graduated cum laude. Before pursuing her legal career, she was a member of Teach For America, teaching elementary and middle school science in Chicago. Kundu is also committed to public service, maintaining an active pro bono practice that includes representing individuals in various legal matters such as criminal defense and immigration.1 3

Professional Experience

At Steptoe & Johnson LLP, Kundu has extensive litigation experience, managing complex cases through all stages of litigation—from pre-suit strategies to trial. She frequently collaborates with colleagues across different practice areas within the firm and actively engages in speaking engagements related to consumer products law.1 2 Additionally, she is involved with the Food and Drug Law Institute's inaugural Cosmetics Task Force.1

Contributions and Speaking Engagements

Surya Kundu has contributed to various discussions on topics such as "greenwashing" litigation and emerging regulatory developments affecting consumer products. Her recent speaking engagements include presentations at notable conferences like the California Lawyers Association Annual Meeting and the South Asian Bar Association of North America Conference.1 3

Kundu's expertise makes her a valuable asset in navigating the legal complexities faced by clients in the retail and e-commerce sectors.