William D Ware

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William D Ware

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 37 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.

60%
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%

10%
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 37 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/

Online Presence

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William D Ware's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

265 Client Reviews

Showing 71 - 75 of 119 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Professional and skilled lawyer

It was my first time hiring a lawyer and I definitely didn't know where to start. After contacting dozens of lawyers I chose to go with Mr. Ware after finding his profile here on avvo and it couldn't have been a better choice. Mr. Ware is a very experienced lawyer and from the start I knew I was in g...ood hands. He was honest with me and gave me all the possible outcomes, explaining step by step what would happen. Both Mr. Ware and his assistant Kristi were extremely helpful, answering all my questions whenever I called and contacting me immediately with the updates on my case. I went into the case with peace of mind and he took care of everything, but made sure to let me know exactly what was going on. I could not be happier with the outcome. I had three charges, one being a criminal charge and the other two fines. Mr. Ware talked to the prosecutor and got the criminal charged dropped so I only had to pay a couple hundred dollars for the fines, which he got to be the lowest amount possible. He kept my record clean, I was able to keep my license, and I did not have to complete any probation or community service either. This saved my future, I'd definitely recommend him as a lawyer to anyone.

Posted by Katie | August 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The Best Lawyer!!

I was facing charges for a DUI, reckless driving and failure to maintain lane. Needless to say, I was overwhelmed and afraid about being convicted and losing my license. As soon as I met Mr. Ware, he stressed to me to live my life as normal while waiting for the outcome of my case. I did my best t...o follow his advice and not let my anxieties about the case get to me. Mr. Ware guided me through each court appearance and because of his tireless effort and dedication to me as his client, I was only convicted of the lesser charge of failure to maintain lane!! I started crying out of happiness and relief while still standing in front of the judge. Such a huge weight had been lifted from me. I was crying so hard as we were walking out it must have looked like I was sentenced to jail! Mr. Ware took what seemed like an impossible situation for me and certain loss of license and I left the court with only a small fine! Mr. Ware will make your case a priority and will fight for the absolute best outcome, as he did in my case. I could not be more thankful to Mr. Ware to be able to move on with my life and have this behind me.

Posted by Laurie | May 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Great NJ Attorney!

Mr. Ware's expertise proved to be a great asset in the court room. With little advance information he was able to attend court and represent a family member. He was communicative and professional. Mr. Ware can be counted on to call you back and take time to answer your questions. His paralegal was al...so very helpful and professional. It is important to have good representation that you can trust. Don't hesitate hiring Mr. Ware. Many lawyers are all talk, and then let you down. Mr. Ware will not let you down-He is ethical and professional and will do the best for you and your family.

Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Amazing lawyer

Mr. Ware was extremely professional and cooperative throughout my entire process. He was always available and fought hard to make my case go as easily and smoothly as possible. Would recommend to anyone who needs a lawyer who is willing to go the extra mile!

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding

I put myself in an incredible situation due to a firearm license violation. I am from out of state and have excellent council in my home state. After speaking with my attorneys from my home state I spoke with four of the highest ranked criminal lawyers in the area that the violation took place. We d...isagreed with how all four of them would handle my case. Then I spoke with William. After I explained what happen he informed me how he would defend my case. It was totally different then the other four attorneys. His defense strategy not only resonated with me but also with my legal team in my home state. Throughout the whole process William was upfront, honest and gave me the information I needed. Not always what I wanted to hear however what I needed to hear so I could make the best decision. William was able to navigate the best outcome I could possibly obtain. There are no amount of words that I or my family could write that would explain our gratitude!!! William is professional, honest and gets the job done. Kristi his paralegal is professional, cheerful and gets back to you when she says she will. What more could you ask for from a team. I highly Recommend William if you need a criminal attorney.

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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

Personal injury lawyer

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

Activity

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