William A Proetta

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William A Proetta

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Jersey City, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile ... +2 more

242 10th Street, Suite 103, Jersey City, NJ

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About William

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Handling various degrees of crimes throughout New Jersey including Robbery, Kidnapping, Aggravated Assault, Gun Possession, Sex Assault, Theft, Shoplifting, as well as drug possession and distribution such as Marijuana, Cocaine, Heroin.

16 years

50%
DUI and DWI 35%

Handling various types of DWI charges such alcohol DWI, Drug DUI, Refusal to Submit to Chemical Test, and DWI Assault by Auto. Moreover, we defend clients against 1st, 2nd and 3rd or subsequent offenses. We appear in courts throughout New Jersey.

16 years

35%
Expungement 5%

Our office expunges records of arrest after a dismissal, criminal convictions for disorderly persons offenses and indictable crime conviction, as well as juvenile defendants.

16 years

5%
Juvenile Law 5%

Depending juvenile clients against crimes of juvenile delinquency such robbery, burglary, drug distribution, shoplifting, theft and eluding.

16 years

5%
Violent Crime 5%

16 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2018 2017
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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 15 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Proetta & Oliver

242 10th Street, Suite 103, Jersey City, NJ, 07302

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William A Proetta's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

96 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 96 reviews

Posted by Domenick carnevale | July 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Really great lawyer

He is a really good lawyer I would recommend him if you are looking for a lawyer

Posted by Juan | March 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The best in the state

Will always provide the best service and is very professional and always helps wins a case. Thank you Will

Posted by COB | October 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Where do I start?

Where do I start? I was arrested and charged with two 3rd degree felony charges. Before I even met Mr. Proetta, he had already been in contact with my spouse and was able to release me from County early. When I did finally meet with him, he assured me we’d fight this to the end and to not worry about... the charges. Every time he received new information from the prosecution or spoke to the prosecution, he would call and explain to me what was going on and give me the options. Even though I was scared and nervous, he always assured me not to worry and that he would handle it. If you are reading this review, you were like me, unsure of what to expect, running scenarios through your head. With Will, you don’t have to. What he says goes. Everything that he said would happen did, and even the outcome. As if a deal was struck and I just had to accept it, In the end, I got PTI. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome and with Will’s incredible service. Definitely fights for you and always for the best outcome

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Committed and Persistent Lawyer

Will was committed to getting me the outcome I hoped for. His expertise and ability to communicate effectively with the court, judge and prosecutor in this case was what ultimately lead to the dismissal of the case after 10 months of going back and forth. Definitely consider hiring Will if you are in... need of lawyer!

Posted by Jose | July 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

William Faye

I found Mr. Faye to be knowledgeable, reliable, calm and collected. He reassured me and was available to me 24/7 via text when I needed to reach out to him in regards to my criminal charges. Mr. Faye guaranteed that he would defend me and fight for my charges to be dropped and they were. I highl...y recommend his services

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William A Proetta's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brett Rosen

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Maximillian Novel

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Proetta is a skilled advocate. I recommend him for any criminal matter."

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Anthony Fazioli

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Steven Sciancalepore

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Colin Bonus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Daniel Santarsiero

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Matthew Dorry

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on 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."

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William Fay

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Seidman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Keith Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"Hard working lawyer who goes above and beyond for his clients."

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Jonathan Marshall

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Alissa Hascup

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Michael Cennimo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Stephen McGuckin

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Travis Tormey

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Anthony Fazioli

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Sciancalepore

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Fay

Criminal defense lawyer

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Colin Bonus

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jason Seidman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Keith Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

New Jersey Association for Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

2nd Offense DWI

Dismissed

3rd Offense DWI & Refusal Dismissed

Dismissed

Restraining Order

Dismissed

Marijuana Possession

Dismissed

1st Degree Armed Robbery

Downgraded to Simple Assault

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Education

2009

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Seton Hall University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

CLE Credits

Advertising and Attorney Ethics in New Jersey

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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