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.

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%

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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
Client's Choice
2026 2025 2024
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+ 12
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/

Online Presence

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William D Ware's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

258 Client Reviews

Showing 96 - 100 of 101 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Sean | October 28, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Not your "typical" Lawyer

"I was inaccurately accused and indicted on some horrific charges which nearly destroyed my life. When my first 3 attorneys failed miserably and basically told me to give up and plead guilty to charges I did not commit, I prayed to God for guidance and strength and was blessed to have met William D... Ware. He asked me to keep my faith, continue praying and eventually my prayers were answered. Through incredible perseverance and extreme diligence, Bill was able to get all of the charges dismissed, and thanks to him I now have my life back. I would strongly recommend Bill to anyone who is looking for a dedicated professional that gets the job done where others fall short. Thank You Mr. Ware!

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2012 | Litigation

Excellent Attorney

I never thought I would be writing this about an attorney but you, Mr. Ware, are not just any attorney. I truly believe you are God Sent! You provide exemplary representation and are very reliable, competent, professional, assertive, direct and diligent. Your knowledge of the law, evidence rules, a...nd court procedures is outstanding. You have always been available to answer my questions and provide sound feedback via text, email and/or phone calls. Very rarely are attorneys as responsive and caring as you are. Not only are you a very effective advocate, but you are also an attorney with a real heart. Thank you for the empathy you have given to my overall well-being. I truly appreciate how supportive you have been throughout this whole process. I have and will continue to use you for my legal matters. I would highly recommend you to anyone who is searching for an excellent attorney. Thank You!!!

Posted by Caralynn | September 04, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Couldn't have been a better lawyer for me.

Bill was professional while attentive to my personal feelings of being overwhelmed by my case. I trusted that he would get the desired outcome no matter how far the case went. Most importantly, my charges were dismissed!

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2010 | Criminal Defense

Outstanding Advocate

Mr. Ware is a tenacious advocate and a consummate professional. Due to his excellent counsel and his adept use of judicial tactics, along with the skilled efforts of the seasoned investigative team which he assembled and directed, all the felony burglary and theft charges facing me were dismissed. Wi...thout his expert representation, my case could have ended very differently. I highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | September 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dishonest, Dismissive & unempathetic

Hire Someone Else — Not Mr. Ware! Mr. Ware did the bare minimum for my case. He failed to fully explain the details of my plea deal before court and only revealed important information afterward, leaving me no opportunity to seek other representation. He also dismissed my entrapment concerns instead... of addressing them directly. Throughout the process, I felt misled and unsupported. He showed little empathy, offered no real guidance, and treated the case more like a transaction than genuine representation. If you want an attorney who is honest, thorough, and willing to advocate for your claims, I would not recommend Mr. Ware. Hire someone else

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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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