William D Ware

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William D Ware

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chester, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury

245 Main Street, Suite 203, Chester, NJ

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About William

Biography

Former Prosecutor, Certified Criminal Trial Attorney.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

For over 20 years Mr. Ware has been involved in either the prosecution or defense of serious criminal cases ranging from narcotics charges to sexual assault and murder cases. Mr. Ware has specifically developed a unique skill level involving Megan’s Law and Community Supervision matters. He has successfully handled hundreds of criminal cases ranging from simple possession of CDS (drugs) to complex homicides and aggravated sexual assaults.

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DUI and DWI 20%

We defend against charges and convictions for Drunk Driving, Driving Under the Influence, Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Arrests, Drunk Driver Penalties, Disorderly Persons, Misdemeanor Arrests, Felony Offense, and more.

20%
Personal Injury 10%

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Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 36 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

William D. Ware, Attorney at Law

245 Main Street, Suite 203, Chester, NJ, 07930-2051

williamwarelaw.com/

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William D Ware's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

258 Client Reviews

Showing 51 - 55 of 62 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Gil. G | December 09, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Incredible Attorey

Calling Mr. Ware a great attorney would just be understating him incredibly. I have had the opportunity of having Mr. Ware represent me on 3 different occasions and none were bigger than this last case. As a Class A CDL holder as well as just getting my business up and running, I was arrested for a s...econd DWI which I lost my CDL for life and was sentenced to 4 years suspension and the breathalyzer installed in any car I ever drove for six Years. Trusting Mr. Ware, he recommended we look into making sure my first DWI was done just and fair and sure enough, he realized that it wasn't. The end result after a fierce battle with 2 municipal courts and 1 superior appellate court overturning a conviction was 3 months suspension for 1 DWI and getting the first one dismissed. Not only did I get my license back but I got my CDL back and the company that I Started, I don't have to worry about anymore. Mr. Ware keeps you in the know and just gives you the feeling that he's on top of any and all situations. I'm grateful for having Mr. Ware in my corner and if I ever get in a jam, (I say this because i'm human and can make mistakes) I will not think twice about having Mr. Ware in my corner.

Posted by Judith | October 17, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Excellent attorney.

My husband had a serious case with MVD. Mr. Ware provided excellent legal representation. He was knowledgeable about the law and explained all aspects of the court case. He was always there to answered any concerns , and more importantly he was able to get the charges reduced to a minimum, which it... was very impressive. My husband and I are very grateful for all he did. He definitely excel all of my expectations.

Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2013 | Criminal Defense

I unreservedly recommend Mr. William Ware as your defense attorney.

I highly recommend attorney Williams Ware. I know Mr. Ware as my friend Bill for over 5 years. I have always admired Bill as a friend of high character and good judgment. I never thought that I would need to hire a defense lawyer ever, but an unfortunate event happened, and I find myself in need o...f a good defense lawyer. I asked Bill to be my lawyer not only because of Bill’s character, but also because of his experience and expertise in defense law. Bill was very responsive to all of my questions via emails and phone calls. He answered all of my questions clearly. He eased my fear by telling me how things may proceed and the most likely outcome. His many years of experience, especially his knowledge of how certain judge or prosecutor works, proved invaluable. His knowledge of the laws and his preparation for the court appearance were evident in the court. I can easily see that Bill was the better prepared attorney in the court room that day. His tenacity made me glad that he was on my side, fighting for me. The end result was the best possible court decision. I thank God for Bill as my friend and as my lawyer. Once again, I unreservedly recommend my friend, William Ware, as your defense attorney.

Posted by Joe | July 22, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Lawyer

This was my first experience ever dealing with a lawyer and Mr. Ware helped me a lot. I never had been in any sort of trouble in my life until this situation and I'm thankful that I had Mr. Ware representing me. He is really knowledgeable, hard working and professional. He walked me through every pro...cess step by step making me feel comfortable and prepared for everything that was happening. He kept me up to date on every matter and situation that was happening pertaining to my case. And we came out with the best possible outcome. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Mr. Ware for any type of legal issue. Thank you for everything Mr. Ware.

Posted by Frank | July 15, 2013 | Criminal Defense

**** RETAIN THIS LAWYER ****

Before I came to Mr. Ware, I was a broken and defeated man. I had no criminal history and this was my first experience with lawyers. Unfortunately, I was involved in a criminal matter and represented by a previous attorney who was not doing anything to represent my case. I went to a firm that represe...nted a family member in an auto accident case and was assigned an attorney that I never met until the first court date. By first glance, I was not impressed. He looked sloppy and the way he carried himself made me think that he was not a sharp and confident lawyer but I already paid a retainer. As the case progressed, my previous attorney showed no compassion, no zeal, and no interest in winning my case. He mostly kept me uninformed and snapped at me when I asked questions. Instead of representing me to the best of his abilities, he was looking for the quickest and simplest resolution so he could close the case and move on no matter how it affected my life. I already paid him a retainer fee and was riding it out, hoping that the case would turn from worst to better. Instead, after multiple court appearances, the case just got worse and I was looking at serious charges to include jail time. Enough was enough so I informed the previous attorney that I was going to seek different representation. I called at least ten other lawyers looking for someone that would take my case. Most either said that the case is too far along or asked for more money than I could afford. I was about to give up when, luckily, I came across Mr. Ware's website. I called him expecting to get a receptionist but it was Mr. Ware that answered; which took me back. I explained my situation and Mr. Ware asked me to come by that same day. He was in his office for only a few minutes but invited me to hear my case anyway. I arrived at his office and he impressed me the moment we met. He was well dressed and carried himself confidently. He listened intently and only interrupted to ask pertinent questions. I told him about the whole case and he immediately came up with a plan of attack as soon as I was finished. He then informed me of his credentials which impressed me even more. I am not a religious person, but he even informed me that he prays for his clients. At the end of the meeting, I knew I have found the right attorney to represent me in my case and who actually cares. The moment he took my case he immediately informed me what was done (or not done). He informed me that my previous attorney did not send the prosecutor any discovery, letters of recommendations, evidence, or anything that could have helped my case. My previous attorney dug me in a deep hole. Mr. Ware knew that my case was an uphill battle but he didn't shy away or look for the quick resolution. He always kept me informed and was on point with everything. I gave Mr. Ware everything I had given my previous attorney and he immediately sent them to the prosecutor. Within a few days, my case went from worst to great. Although the ideal outcome would have been a dismissal, I knew I would not get that. Instead, Mr. Ware worked and got me the best deal I could have possibly gotten. I was looking at a trial, a possible conviction with 5 years jail time, a record for life and an end to my military career. Mr. Ware saved my freedom and my life. I have nothing but praise for him. The situation I was in was a horrible situation and Mr. Ware fixed it. He was there to represent my best interests and guided me through to the best possible outcome. I came to Mr. Ware hopeless and expecting to lose everything but left with hope and everything I worked hard for in my life still intact. I hope I will never need his services in a criminal matter again, but if I do, Mr. Ware will definitely represent me again. He has become my go to attorney for any of my future legal needs. I will recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone without hesitation. Thank you Mr. Ware.

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William D Ware's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Mc Hugh

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is an extraordinary advocate on behalf of his clients. He is meticulous and dogged in his pursuit of justice."

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Fred Shahrooz-Scampato

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. I have known Bill Ware for about 15 years and throughout that time, I have known him to be a competent and diligent attorney. When someone calls my office looking for a referral for a Northern New Jersey criminal defense attorney, I give them one telephone number - the number to William D. Ware, Attorney At Law."

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Michael Priarone

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known William for 20 years. He is an excellent attorney who gets great results for his clients."

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Fred Shahrooz-Scampato

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James Mc Hugh

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, Supreme Court of New Jersey

Work Experience

2010 - Present

President, Law Offices of William D. Ware

2015 - 2015

Adjunct Professor, Morris County College

2015 - 2015

Adjunct Professor, Seton Hall School Of Law

1993 - 2010

Solo Practioner, William D. Ware, Esq

1992 - 1993

Civil Litigator, Nolan & Ehler

1988 - 1992

Prosecuting Attorney, Essex County Prosecutors Office

Associations

2011 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Center For Law & Justice

Member

Education

1988

Vermont Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Montclair State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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