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For over 25 years, William D. Ware has been involved in either the prosecution or defense of serious Criminal cases ranging from narcotics charges to sexual assault and murder cases. Additionaly, Mr. Ware handles all Municipal Court matters including DWI cases. He also has specifically developed a unique skill level handling Megan’s Law and Community/Parole Supervision matters. He has successfully handled hundreds of criminal cases ranging from simple possession of CDS (drugs) to complex homicides and aggravated sexual assaults. In addition Mr. Ware is a New Jersey Supreme Court Certified Criminal Trial Attorney.
Mr. Ware also handles routine Wils, Contracts and Personal Injury Matters.
Our firm focuses exclusively on State, Federal and Municipal Criminal defense matters throughout the State of New Jersey, including Morris County, Essex County, Union County, Bergen County, Passaic County, Warren County, Hunterdon County, Monmouth County, Somerset County, Middlesex County and Sussex County.
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1989
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245 Main Street, Suite 203, Chester, NJ, 07930-2051
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258 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Family
Posted by Andrea | September 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
He’s a Rockstar! Smart, experienced and direct.
Unfortunately, we had to hire Mr. Ware for a family matter. He spent many hours explaining things to us even if it was the fifth time! He always made time for us and you never felt like a bother. He’s extremely knowledgeable and very direct! he will not sugarcoat anything he tells you like it is. He’...
Posted by Doug | July 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Very satisfied
Mr. Ware recently represented my family in a legal matter. He and his firm were very responsive. Our initial contact was answered within minutes which was very comforting. All of our concerns were thoroughly considered and adeptly handled. He is very well versed in the law and how to apply it to ...
Posted by Wendy | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Amazing work has been done
We had a family situation and hired William on to help. Day and night for a very long time, he treated my family as if we where his only case. He is incredible. We consider him part of our family now. His knowledge of the law is outstanding. 24\7 he was available to us for anything. Amazing man!
Posted by Beverly Browne | November 14, 2013 | Family
An honest Attorney who is responsive, caring and hard working.
Mr. Ware, worked very closely with my family in a time of desperation. We needed someone who would deliver a great job, more so, do a good job with compassion. It was a sad time in my family live, hearts were broken and crushed but Mr. Ware encouraged us he will do his best. At the end of trial i...
Posted by Colleen | December 13, 2012 | Family
A Truly Committed and Compassionate human being
Mr. Ware has shown remarkable strengths in his ability to give our family the guidance and support we needed. We are Truly Thankful.
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is an extraordinary advocate on behalf of his clients. He is meticulous and dogged in his pursuit of justice."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known William for 20 years. He is an excellent attorney who gets great results for his clients."
General practice lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
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
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
2011 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
American Center For Law & JusticeMember
1988
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
Spanish
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