CHANDA HARRIS STEINBERG
COUNSELOR
Education
- University of Louisville, Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, J.D.
- Licensed to practice law in Kentucky, Indiana, Georgia, and New York (pending)
Fun Facts
- I was named after one of my family's racehorses and have ridden thoroughbreds most of my life.
- We rescue dogs and always have at least one Great Dane rescue at home.
- I did acting and modeling as a child and even appeared in a Kentucky Fried Chicken commercial in Japan.
About
Chanda Steinberg is a seasoned legal professional who brings nearly two decades of comprehensive experience to The West Firm. Over the course of her career, she has advised clients across a wide range of industries, delivering impactful legal and compliance solutions in both private practice and senior in-house counsel roles. Immediately prior to joining the firm in 2024, she served as Deputy General Counsel at a U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory, where she provided counsel on regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, employment matters, national security, and litigation. She has also held senior leadership positions in healthcare and life sciences, serving as Chief Compliance and Legal Officer at Burn & Reconstructive Centers of America and as General Counsel at Induction Therapies, LLC, where she built and managed legal, quality assurance, and human resources functions.
Before transitioning into executive in-house positions, Chanda practiced as a litigator with a focus on civil matters and child advocacy, where she gained valuable courtroom experience and a client-centered perspective. Throughout her career, she has developed and overseen compliance programs, managed complex employment and healthcare law issues, and negotiated a wide variety of contracts in heavily regulated industries. Licensed to practice law in Kentucky, Indiana, and Georgia, with admission pending in New York, Chanda combines her broad legal background with practical business insight. She also remains active in her community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Aiken Steeplechase Association.
Awards & Affiliations
Recognized for leadership in healthcare compliance and legal operations
Former Dean’s Scholar, University of Louisville’s Louis D. Brandeis School of Law
Licensed in Kentucky, Indiana, Georgia, and New York (pending)
Leadership
Chanda has held multiple executive leadership positions, including Deputy General Counsel at a U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory, Chief Compliance and Legal Officer at Burn & Reconstructive Centers of America, and General Counsel at Induction Therapies, LLC. She also serves on the Board of Directors for the Aiken Steeplechase Association, reflecting her commitment to community engagement and nonprofit leadership.
Education & Credentials
University of Louisville, Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, J.D.
Licensed to practice law in Kentucky, Indiana, Georgia, and New York (pending)
Practice Areas & Industries
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Tom advises clients on major renewable and traditional energy projects, including wind, solar, biodigestion, and renewable natural gas. He assists with siting, permitting, and compliance matters, helping clients move projects forward in alignment with state and federal regulations.
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With decades of experience, Tom guides clients through complex environmental regulatory programs. His work covers permitting and compliance for air quality, water resources, solid and hazardous waste, and environmental issues tied to real estate transactions.
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Tom represents clients before state and federal agencies on permitting, enforcement, and compliance matters. He has extensive experience in regulatory negotiations, administrative hearings, and appeals involving environmental and energy regulations.
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Tom has represented the oil and gas industry for decades, from legislative reforms and compulsory integration to administrative adjudications and litigation. He played a key role in shaping New York’s oil and gas laws and continues to advise clients on transactions, compliance, and disputes in this sector.
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