Santino Tropea

A significant portion of his practice includes representation of clients in toxic tort claims, actions brought under the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and all phases of CERCLA and the Superfund process. He has successfully represented clients in regulatory disputes and negotiations with both state and federal agencies, and has implemented supplemental environmental projects/pollution prevention plans to reduce or eliminate fines and penalties. He counsels clients regarding regulatory compliance and issues related to potential insurance coverage. Santino’s experience includes representation of California municipalities, large chemical, plating and automotive parts manufacturers, small businesses such as dry cleaners and gas stations, and individual property owners. His creative and innovative ways of bringing complex matters to a successful conclusion has earned him praise from both small businesses and large corporations alike.

Before founding Tropea McMillan, Santino worked for a multi-office litigation firm based in San Diego. Santino served as a judicial intern for the Honorable Ronald L. Styn in the San Diego Superior Court and served as a legal intern in the Major Frauds division of the United States Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of California working with cases concerning securities fraud and environmental crimes.