Patricia B. Santelle, Environmental Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, General, and Insurance
Commercial Litigation Dept.atWhite and Williams LLP
Philadelphia, PA
Practicing environmental in Philadelphia since 1985.
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Patricia B. Santelle is a commercial litigation dept. based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Insurance. Patricia has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at White and Williams LLP.
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- Philadelphia, PA
- Experience
- over 41 years
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- Environmental · General · Insurance
- Handles Environmental, General, and Insurance matters from Philadelphia, PA.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Patricia B. Santelle: Patricia B. Santelle is a commercial litigation dept. based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Insurance. Patricia has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at White and Williams LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Patricia B. Santelle
Patricia concentrates on environmental, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Patricia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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Insurance
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Environmental cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Patricia takes environmental matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Patricia agrees to represent you.
General cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Patricia takes general matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Patricia agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Patricia takes insurance matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Patricia agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Patricia B. Santelle — Over 41 years of Pennsylvania environmental experience
Patricia B. Santelle is a commercial litigation dept. based in Philadelphia, PA. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Insurance. Patricia has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at White and Williams LLP.
Patricia B. Santelle is a lawyer practicing asbestos, environmental and natural resources, insurance coverage and bad faith. Patricia received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Patricia practices at White and Williams LLP in Philadelphia, PA.
How Patricia handles environmental matters
Patricia B. Santelle is a lawyer practicing asbestos, environmental and natural resources, insurance coverage and bad faith. Patricia received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Patricia practices at White and Williams LLP in Philadelphia, PA.
The kind of cases Patricia takes
Patricia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, general, and insurance matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Patricia B. Santelle's legal education and bar admissions
Rutgers University School of Law-Camden
J.D. · 1985
Boston College
A.B. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Patricia's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania U.S. Di
1986 · ACTIVE
New Jersey U.S. Cour
1985 · ACTIVE
Patricia studied at J.D. in Rutgers University School of Law-Camden and A.B. in Boston College.
Law school and academic background
Patricia completed J.D. in Rutgers University School of Law-Camden and A.B. in Boston College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Patricia runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Patricia's professional memberships and bar associations
New Jersey State and Philadelphia Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Pennsylvania Defense Institute Rutgers-Camden Law Alumni Association (Vice-Chancellor) District IV Ethics Committee
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Locations
Patricia B. Santelle's office in Philadelphia
Patricia's primary office is at One Liberty Place, 1650 Market Street, Suite 1800, Philadelphia, PA, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
White and Williams LLP
One Liberty Place, 1650 Market Street, Suite 1800
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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How to hire Patricia B. Santelle — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Patricia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Patricia charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Patricia's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Patricia will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Patricia
Patricia discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Patricia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Patricia's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Patricia B. Santelle
How much does it cost to hire Patricia for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Patricia walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Patricia offer a free consultation?
Patricia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Patricia's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Patricia's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple environmental matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Patricia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Patricia take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?
Patricia is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Patricia will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Patricia?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Patricia will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Patricia accepting new environmental clients right now?
Patricia's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Environmental attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
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