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 41 - 45 of 62 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Honest / Dedicated / Compassionate Attorney - GETS RESULTS!!!

Highly recommended .... Our family has SO much to be thankful for this holiday season thanks to a HUGE victory in court, led by Mr. Ware!!! My son had agreed to a plea bargain several years ago while being represented by a different law firm without fully understanding the consequences. The senten...ce went far beyond time served, the restrictions placed on his life once he was released ruined his educational and career opportunities, ability to seek gainful employment, relationships, etc ... he wasn't able to move on with his life. Our family was deeply affected by these circumstances also, such an unfair burden. Things had to change, that is when we made the decision to retain Mr. Ware. Upon his advise, we decided to appeal the sentence. He explained that it was a very difficult case to win but he assured us that the case had merit and he coordinated a successful appeal!! The hard work, persistence and personal dedication paid off, the terms of the sentence have been revised and my son can now move on with his life! Bill Ware is not only an excellent attorney ... he is honest, ALWAYS available for questions and concerns, reliable and is a good man to have on your side!! Our family will always be grateful to him....

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2014

Helpful Lawyer

I highly recommend Mr. William Ware. He provided a refreshingly human and caring experience during a very difficult time. He provided excellent legal services, while also explaining the overwhelming information that the judicial system "throws" at you. I am so thankful to have found him.

Posted by Sophia | November 12, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Very good lawyer and person.

Unfortunately, we hired Mr. Ware too late into the case. My naïve and trusting husband was extensively talking with investigators and the prosecutor, who advised him not to get a lawyer. “It’s only waste of money”. So, when Mr. Ware got the case, my husband was in more difficult situation then he sh...ould’ve been. Mr. Ware was honest with us, patiently and clearly explaining the state of affairs. Mr. Ware told us about the possible results and didn’t promise something he could not do. Nevertheless, Mr. Ware managed to negotiate my husband’s case for its best possible outcome. We were very glad that we hired this knowledgeable, honest, and sympathetic attorney.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney

I retained Mr. Ware to represent on two separate occasions during those difficult periods in life that seem to come out of nowhere. In the first case Mr. Ware was the 3rd attorney I retained after complete incompetence of the prior 2 (and at significant expense). Mr. Ware and his staff put things in ...order and began working on the case immediately. I found Mr. Ware to be a person of true integrity, his fee structure is fair and easy to understand, and he is proactive and responsive with all communication. On a final note – the first 2 attorneys were referred to me, I contacted Mr. Ware based on his web site alone and it was the best legal decision I have made!

Posted by Mat | October 13, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

An experienced attorney

Mr. Ware is an experienced and knowledgable attorney who recently guided me through a legal matter. Mr Ware was always available, promptly responded and took time to address any questions and concerns. I was informed every step of the process. My day in court I was not alone. I felt complete trust ...my case was in good hands. The outcome of my case far exceeded my expectations. Gratitude is what I have for Mr. Ware and his 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

General practice lawyer

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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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