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
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/

Online Presence

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William D Ware's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

258 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 62 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Marco | February 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mr. Ware was a Godsent to me.

After having a botched defense by my previous attorney that put me in a serious spot - and I mean very serious- I was lost. I didn't know where to turn to or what to do after a very harsh sentence was dealt down to me. I went through hell. Somehow I found Mr. Ware. I visited him and within half an h...our-not kidding - he found a huge mistake in my paperwork. He is a very sincere person. He will not mix the colors and paint a rosy picture to something that it's not. Mr. Ware was able to reverse this nightmare and I'm now in a much better situation. His intervention, his dedication, his professional guidance made a world of difference in my case. You can't go wrong with Mr. Ware. I do recommend him to anyone that needs a defender at his/her side and I will always be thankful for his help.

Posted by Steven | January 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best Respresentation in Court

I am grateful and satisfied with the results I have received with Mr. William Ware. He was professional, prompt, direct, realistic, comforting, and well aware of how to handle my case. This was an extremely stressful moment to deal with, and he assured me he would handle everything for me, as he di...d. All of my tickets where dropped and my DUI charge was minimal as to what it could have been for me. I am grateful for hiring him and working with him. Everything was extremely smooth, fast, direct, and he looked after my best interest. He is not after your money like some Lawyers are....he actually wants to help you to better the situation as much as possible. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs to hire a lawyer.

Posted by Michael | October 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A New Jersey summons for driving with no license, William helped me out immensely.

With what could have been considered a felony offense I ended up with just a $140 fine for 'driving privileges'. As a Canadian I was in a tight spot, not wanting to be disallowed travel into the states, I was very greatful to William for appearing in court on my behalf and taking care of my concerns.... His secretary Kristi was very competent and helpful, she communicated with me very clearly and in a timely manner, she addressed any concerns I had, and made the paperwork easy for me to complete and send from Canada. I knew from reviews and from the way William spoke with me personally over the phone that he was experienced and very capable of taking care of my case. They gave me a very clear picture of how the case would most likely go and assured me they will get the best result. I am very thankful for hiring William Ware for my case, I wouldn't have felt as confident going with anyone else. Thank you for the great result and making the process as smooth as it could be.

Posted by anonymous | August 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Attorney - Miracle Worker

Words cannot express my gratitude to Mr. Ware in getting the best outcome on my shoplifting charge. I was facing a mandatory jail sentence due to prior shoplifting convictions. Mr. Ware used his exceptional negotiation skill to convince the prosecutor to amend the charge leading to no jail time with... just an imposed fine. Mr. Ware is a phenomenal attorney, my observation during my court proceeding was that he was tactful and a step ahead of the prosecutor and the judge to ensure the best possible outcome. In my initial consultation, Mr. Ware explained the different strategies he will used in defending my case, and explained the possible outcomes but never made any promises. He was very informative and was available to answer all my questions timely using text, email or phone calls. Mr. Ware is an honest, knowledgeable, competent, diligent, and hard-working attorney. He is also a very caring, compassionate, kind individual and a man of faith. Before leaving his office after the initial consultation, Mr. Ware told me to have faith, and trust God that everything will work out, and commented that it was probably not by accident that I have retained him as my attorney. I truly believe that Mr. Ware was “God sent”. I highly recommend Mr. Ware for your legal representation.

Posted by Eric | April 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Outstanding Advocate Who Handily Preserved My Livelihood

I am a licensed truck driver in NJ, which means I cannot (AND DO NOT) drive under the influence. Nevertheless, while driving my car on Route 206, I was stopped in Bedminster and arrested for DUI even though I was completely sober and blew a 0.00 on the breathalyzer. I immediately hired Mr. Ware, know...ing that the penalties for a DUI conviction on my driving record would have been severe and permanent: I would have lost my CDL license for a year and ultimately would have lost my livelihood. What employer would hire a driver with a previous DUI conviction? Nor would I be able to drive into Canada any longer since that country prohibits entry to drivers with a DUI on their driving record. Mr. Ware handled my case both professionally and expeditiously, successfully getting the charges dismissed. During the entire process, Mr. Ware was extremely responsive, answering any questions or concerns I had and keeping me informed about the progress of my case. I highly recommend him.

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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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