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.

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Personal Injury 10%

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Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

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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 21 - 25 of 56 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Sarah | July 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Want an amazing lawyer? Look no further.

My husband got arrested back in April for possession of CDS in a motor vehicle (marijuana), along with a speeding ticket and a couple other miscellaneous violations. Unfortunately, his "get out of jail free" ticket was used years ago when he was a teenager. Anxious, worried and scared, we didn't know... what to do and how to approach the situation. I combed the Internet, reading through a million reviews of all different lawyers across the state. I came across Mr. Ware and ended my search right there. From the minute I reached out to his office for a consultation, I knew we were in good hands. He answered me immediately and had me send him photos of all the violations/tickets my husband had received, so he could start looking into it before our consultation. When we met with Mr. Ware, we were very nervous, but felt immediately comforted by his presence and knowledge of criminal defense. I was so afraid my husband would lose his license for two years (mandatory for the ticket he received), which would have ruined us. His career relies on his being able to drive. He also has a plethora of health issues he has been dealing with, which requires doctor visits back and forth. Mr. Ware was very understanding and sympathetic to our unique situation with my husband's health issues and did everything he could to assure us that he would be ok. He ended up getting everything dropped except for the speeding ticket and one other charge, which would not affect my husband's driving record, employment, etc. On top of everything, his rates were absolutely affordable for all that he did. We were pleasantly surprised by that as well, as I know attorneys can get very pricey. I really cannot begin to thank him enough for all that he did for us. All of the positive reviews I read about him were spot on and I am elated to be able to add another positive review to the list. Stop your search for an amazing criminal defense attorney and CALL MR. WARE!!

Posted by Kendrick | January 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A miracle worker, he gave me a second chance.

It is a true miracle of God that my parents found William Ware to represent me for my case when I was unable to seek private counsel myself. Given the charges and the restraining order pressed against me, it should have been nearly impossible for Mr. Ware to ensure I received Pre-Trial Intervention i...nstead of jail-time, yet he accomplished it with confidence. Words cannot describe how eternally grateful I am for how much he helped me. Anyone—and I mean anyone—can trust Mr. Ware to handle his case with care to ensure the best possible outcome. For reasons I will not describe, my sexuality was relevant to the case. Initially, this gave my parents pause—and me, too—with whom they were going to hire, for they did not want a defense attorney who would not fight wholeheartedly for me. However, while Mr. Ware was open about his background and personal stances, he understood where I was coming from and did not judge me, contrary to my expectations. To me, that reason alone proves he is trustworthy and a true man of God who helps the needy and the weak: He made me feel welcome. Mr. Ware also managed my expectations from the beginning, noting that obtaining PTI was a long-shot but something he was still going to fight for. Because of his counsel, I also retained him for the restraining order related to my criminal case, and I am very glad I did. For that matter, the plaintiff initially wanted to proceed full-force; however, Mr. Ware negotiated with him to eliminate the order and instead agree to a mutual restraint, the most desirable outcome in that situation. I fully believe retaining him for that matter helped the defense for my criminal case greatly. His negotiating prowess second to none, knowing the judicial system very well, Mr. Ware miraculously recovered from my initial rejection into PTI per the recommendation of the probation officer who interviewed me. Immediately, he began damage-control, presenting his case to the prosecutor to convince the state that I was a good candidate for the program. I am still overjoyed he accomplished doing so despite the aforementioned obstacle. He definitively won an uphill battle. I thank God for sending my parents and me Mr. Ware. He gave me a second chance at life when I felt truly terrified and doomed, and he fought will all of his heart to ensure I could get that chance, regardless of the circumstance of my case. I recommend him to any and everyone who has legal trouble. Mr. Ware is incredibly skilled to have accomplished what he did for me; he is worth the investment. He is a good man; God bless him.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Half Attorney, Half Superhero

We called and left messages for countless attorneys on the night before Thanksgiving when my dad was arrested for serious crimes that he couldn't have committed. Some of those attorneys returned our calls the next morning to discuss fees and ask us if we wanted to set an appointment for Monday mornin...g. When Bill Ware called us back it was different. We were immediately able to determine we were finally speaking with the only attorney who truly understood the urgency of our situation, and that an innocent man would be spending his Thanksgiving scared and alone instead of with his family. Bill had planned on spending his Thanksgiving morning visiting family with his pregnant wife, but instead drove over an hour away to meet us at his office and then to visit my dad to tell him in person that everything was going to be OK - and he was telling the truth! He helped us bring my dad home the following Monday, and after six long years of passionately fighting for my dad's life the jury returned a verdict of not guilty all counts. Bill Ware is our family's superhero.

Posted by Jose Reyes | December 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Personal and professional, and very effective.

Since my first visit to Mr. Ware I was treated with respect and understanding. I called on a holiday expecting to have to leave a message. However, Mr. ware answered his phone. Right off the bat,..... that gave me a positive feeling. Not only did Mr. Ware answer his phone, he proceeded to tell me... that he would run to his office to meet me. This is the type of service that professionals offer. I had been charged with a DUI that very same morning. I was distraught and not knowing what to do I immediately started searching for attorney services. Mr. Ware's attention to my case immediately caught my interest and I knew I was in the right hands. Mr. Ware ask me the vital questions and made sure he understood all the facts before formulating a response. He then explain to me the laws involved and the extent of the possible circumstances that I could be facing. Although the consequences were serious enough to make me feel nervous and very depressed, he expressed to me what could be done. I recall leaving his office in a much better state and frame of mind. After discussing the facts of the case and the possible situations that I might face, he turned to me and gave me valuable personal advice. He took off his lawyer hat and spoke to me as a friend. I absolutely knew for certain that this was the person I was looking for to handle my case. Mr. Ware has a network of professional experts that he personally knows and works with extensively to perform investigations. His network of experts consist of people who have a history in the business which they are investigating. No stones were left unturned and all possible facts that may assist with my case where investigated. As my court case crept closer, it was evident that the possibility of the worst case scenario was certainly upon me. I was facing the loss of license for 7 months and a slew of fees from three other tickets I had gotten along with the DUI. He is familiar with the prosecutors, the officers, the judges, and courtrooms involved. He came to me with the news that he tried all he could to plead for a lesser charge than the one I was facing using all possible nformation that is expert had uncovered. However the prosecutors would not budge. After extensive pleading he was able to reschedule the case to buy some time to see if you can speak to the officer involved which could possibly help my case with a statement on my behalf. It turned out however that the officer would not budge either. My heart sank knowing that I was facing 7 months without a license and heavy fees. Not only had my lapse of judgement caused damage to my career, now the consequences are making it extremely difficult for me to repair those mistakes. Mr. Ware never gave up. All the way up until the last possible moment he spoke with the prosecutor, just minutes before the court case. Somehow he was able to convince the prosecutor using all the information obtained from multiple investigations to bargain for a lesser charge of 3 months of loss of license and also managed to dismiss the other three tickets all together avoiding massive amount of fees. This made an incredible difference in my life. When I heard that my spirits were lifted and the light at the end of the tunnel got closer. I would absolutely recommend the services of my new dear friend Mr. William Ware. He realized I had made a mistake and had made me feel better the first few minutes of talking to him. That alone is invaluable, however he also brings success to the table. His record of cases resulting in a positive outcome is impressive to say the least. For these services one would expect a price tag to go along with it, however it was very reasonable compared to all the others out there. Please don't hesitate to give him a call and see what he can do for you. Thank you Mr. Ware for all that you have done. You are truly a phenomenal attorney and a great person.

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Trusted Attorney for Best Possible Outcome

Simply put, if you are in a situation which requires Legal representation, I would highly recommend William Ware. William is a true TRUSTED advisor, with a very endearing personality, who will guide you through the entire process, and be right by your side throughout. He will quickly establish TRUS...T, which will allow you to communicate effectively with him, and give you the comfort to present him with all the facts he needs to establish a very cohesive Legal strategy. Part of that strategy has you leaving his office with the sense of confidence that he is focused on your best interest; so important as it helps with the mental stress of being in this situation. Once he's thoroughly done his due diligence, he will present the reality of the situation as defined by what could possibly happen, and then work backwards from there, sharing his approach of how he will work to achieve the best possible outcome. I realized that he is well respected in the 'system', i.e Police, Attorneys, Prosecutor, Judge. That is so important as this dynamic allows him to operate as effectively as he can, prior to Court, and when he's actually in Court. The sense of comfort your Attorney gives you as defined by TRUST, personality, professional relationships, knowledge, RESPECT by others, negotiation experience, etc., are all things you must consider when selecting someone who can have such a big impact on your life, and in the end William took for me that worse case scenario, and was able to achieve that best possible outcome, one which clearly exceeded my expectations. I will always be grateful for William, and having had the very good fortune of having him as my 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

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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

Activity

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