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%

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 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 36 - 40 of 115 reviews | Recommendation

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 Michelle | September 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Superb attorney

I was involved in a tragic accident that resulted in a death and criminal charges. As a mother and responsible person I was devastated and terrified. I met with Mr. Ware and my intuition told me to go with him. And I’m so thankful I did. He was patient and steadfast in his fight for my rights.... You need an attorney that is respected by his peers when you are placed in a legal situation. It makes a huge difference for the best possible outcome. God sent. Hire him! I would be happy to speak with any potential clients personally about this reference. [email protected]

Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Look No Further

My son was charged with a series of firearm and assault charges in Passaic County in a self-defense incident. I hired Mr. Ware after consulting with a number of attorneys. He was passionate about our situation and spoke confidently about doing his very best. He was also honest and told us to be reali...stic of our expectations given the severity of the charges. Mr. Ware’s goal was to get my son into the PTI program, a near-impossible goal given the felony firearm and assault charges. The case dragged on for nearly two years and our PTI request was continually rejected. Mr. Ware believed that the prosecutor was failing to consider all aspects of the case. He successfully appealed and gained approval for PTI in Superior Court. The State appealed the case to New Jersey’s Appellate Division. Through what seemed to be a miracle, the Appellate approved our request for PTI. Mr. Ware laid an impressive legal groundwork that made this possible. My son faced prison time in New Jersey. Upon completion of the PTI program, he will have these felony charges dismissed. Every step of the way, Mr. Ware overcame all obstacles. The life of our family is significantly restored. I can’t recommend Mr. Ware enough. Truly the best.

Posted by Will | August 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Effective, Professional, and Compassionate

One of the best decisions I made was hiring Mr. Ware to represent me. I was in a tough spot looking at harsh consequences and extremely nervous about them. Mr. Ware reassured me he had my back and everything was going to be okay. He saw I was struggling and was very compassionate. He was able to ...get me a second chance for which I'll always be grateful. I would highly recommend Mr. Ware to anyone who needs highly effective, professional, and compassionate representation. I can't thank him enough.

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.

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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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