Free Consultation
$0 first 30 minutes
PRO
Virtual Consultation Available
Free Consultation
With over ten years of dedicated practice in criminal defense, William A. Proetta, founding partner of William Proetta Criminal Law, has handled a vast spectrum of cases, ranging from DWI to murder. As a New Jersey native, he serves the communities of Middlesex, Ocean, Hudson, and Union counties, areas he calls home. This local focus allows Mr. Proetta to leverage his comprehensive knowledge of regional law enforcement, prosecutors, and judges to his clients’ advantage.
He prides himself on clear, straightforward communication, providing clients with an accurate understanding of their case and potential courtroom outcomes. Mr. Proetta’s personalized approach starts with a free consultation, where he evaluates circumstances, discerns case strengths and weaknesses, and develops a defense strategy.
Mr. Proetta is committed to personal client relationships, ensuring they work directly with him throughout their case. He emphasizes consistent communication, guiding clients through each stage and remaining available for questions and concerns. Although he has gained extensive trial and negotiation skills from working in larger firms, Mr. Proetta has crafted a boutique firm atmosphere. William Proetta Criminal Law combines big-firm know-how with a small-firm touch, creating a supportive environment where a tight-knit team collaborates to achieve excellent results.
5
Practice Areas
15 years
15 years
15 years
15 years
Free Consultation
$0 first 30 minutes
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Fax
3840 Park Ave, Suite 202A, Edison, NJ, 08820
newjerseycriminallawfirm.com
Showing 1 - 5 of 95 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
William Fay was there for me at every turn when I made a big mistake. He was incredibly reliable, professional, and poised. If you need a trusted and reputable attorney, he is the person. With his help, my mistake was just that and he made sure it did not jeopardize my future.
Posted by Guillermo | February 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I want to thank my lawyer William Proetta for solving my case, acting effectively and professionally. I recommend him
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Will used a very technical angle from the discovery video, to negotiate a downgrade from a breathalyzer refusal to a first offense DUI in Hoboken. He is well respected in the court and very thorough. He was very accessible. He is the kind of lawyer you want to defend you.
Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Zealous advocate and great representation. Response, diligent, and attentive. Achieved an excellent outcome in my case and would recommend to anyone in a similar circumstance.
Posted by Domenick carnevale | July 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney
He is a really good lawyer I would recommend him if you are looking for a lawyer
"I had the pleasure of working with William on a criminal case. He is well prepared and ready for any challenge in the courtroom. He’s one of the best in the business."
"I handled a number of cases with Mr. Proetta as an assistant prosecutor. He is a top notch criminal defense attorney and is well respected for his knowledge and advocacy."
"Will is a skilled attorney and his personality is a comfort to clients facing difficult legal problems. He has an innate ability to convey complex information to clients in a clear and understandable manner. Will has earned the respect and admiration of the Judiciary, adversaries and colleagues alike.I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Will for six years. During that time I have seen the hard work and dedication that he devotes to each of his clients. He is a zealous advocate who leaves no stone unturned in his review and presentation of every matter."
"Mr. Proetta is a very knowledgeable defense attorney who diligently represented his client's interests. I endorse Mr. Proetta based on his experience and respect during municipal court proceedings where he was an adversary."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has a firm grasp of the law in DWI matters, criminal matters, and traffic offenses. He works hard to find available defenses for his clients and to find holes in the State's case. When I was a prosecutor he represented the defendant that I was prosecuting. After much Hardwork on his end, the case against his client was ultimately dismissed."
"I endorse this lawyer. Will is an exceptional defense attorney who is clearly dedicated to securing the best results for his clients. You would be fortunate to have him as your attorney."
"I absolutely endorse this lawyer. Will and I have worked together on numerous criminal matters. I have always found him to be knowledgeable, skilled on his feet, and a zealous advocate for his clients. He is an asset to the legal community."
"I am an attorney who has known Will for several years and I have worked closely with him on a number of cases. I have been consistently impressed by the rare combination of professionalism, expertise, and common sense that I have witnessed from Will and his staff. I can personally vouch for his ability to always keep on top of a voluminous docket of cases, many of which are extremely complicated and emotionally draining. Regarding DUI law specifically, there seems to be a pervasive misconception that such cases are at their root fundamentally indefensible and that hiring an attorney will not ultimately help. This is far from the truth, as I have seen Will secure many favorable outcomes for clients in seemingly hopeless situations, and I myself have learned far more about DUI law from working with Will than I have from any other source. I also trust that he would not take any case unless he really believed that he could actually benefit the client. Highest possible recommendation."
"When it comes to providing diligent and caring legal representation for individuals in the community who face criminal charges, Will is among the best. His vast experience in criminal defense and DWI law - certified as both field sobriety instructor and in the operation and maintenance of the Draeger Alcotest - combined with best-in-class litigation abilities and attentiveness to clients' needs provide a true asset for anyone seeking a successful resolution for criminal charges in Superior or Municipal Court."
"Will and I used to work together for another firm before we both left and started our own practices. We have handled many co-defendant cases over the years and I highly recommend him as one of the best criminal defense/DWI attorneys in New Jersey."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
Alcotest 7110 Certification, Drager
2010
DUI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor, NHTSA Approved
2017 - Present
Owner/Partner, Proetta & Oliver
2015 - 2017
Partner, Marshall, Bonus, Proetta & Oliver
2012 - 2015
Owner, Law Offices of William A. Proetta
2010 - 2012
Associate, Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
New Jersey Association for JusticeMember
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Dismissed
Downgraded to Simple Assault
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
Advertising and Attorney Ethics in New Jersey
2015
English
Spanish
Legal Answers
I was wrongfully accused of stealing Walmart property, Can i sue for wrongful accusation and defamation of character?
25 Jun 2016
Will first-time PATH pare evasion get me a criminal record when doing background check?
18 Jun 2016
I got a dwi and refusual in front of my house Is there any way to beat it
19 Aug 2014