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
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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 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Punctuality

Posted by Nan | October 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A highly skilled and dedicated attorney with extensive legal expertise.

When my husband was charged, I panicked and immediately went online to search for the best-reviewed attorneys. We would get a call back quickly, but it was typically from someone working in the office—not the attorney himself—who would be handling our case. This was discouraging, as we found that the... individuals assigned were usually less experienced, with fewer positive reviews. That all changed when we contacted William. He personally called us back right away and scheduled an in-person meeting without delay. During that meeting, he spent over two hours listening attentively as we shared the full details of our situation. This was unlike our previous experiences, where attorneys would quickly skim the case report and provide a price quote after just a 15-minute phone conversation. William genuinely cared about our case, addressed all our concerns, and gave us the confidence that we would achieve the best possible outcome. Not only is he deeply committed to his clients, but we also felt he was a strong and passionate defender on our behalf. With his extensive knowledge, experience, and unwavering dedication, we felt secure having him on our side. Thanks to his efforts, the charges were dismissed, and we couldn’t be more grateful.

Posted by Shawn | July 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great, honest lawyer that fights for your justice!

100% without a doubt, William Ware is THE ATTORNEY to go to for legal advice and confident representation. Retainers are reasonable and he really cares about his clients. He showed up 7 or 8 times to hearings, amongst just as many private meetings, over the course of 18 months for some citations that... would not get resolved. He NEVER pressured to take the easy plea, and always advocated in the best interest of myself as well as family. At conclusion, ALL FIVE CASES WERE DISMISSED, saving loved ones from fines, embarrassment, and possible encarceration. Thank you for everything that you have done Bill, you give me solace knowing that there are still great attorneys out there fighting for your justice! Would absolutely use his services in the future if needed. A+. My hat is off to you, good sir!

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 anonymous | July 03, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Hands Down Best Defense Attorney

I was fortunate enough to have Mr. Ware as my defense attorney and couldn't thank him enough for my outcome. Mr. Ware is highly intelligent and an expert at what he does. He was able to get all criminal charges dismissed and is truly what you call a miracle attorney. I highly recommend him to anyone ...who needs an attorney who is going to fight for his client as if you are a part of his family. Mr. Ware is very responsive and punctual and actually cares for his client. He is hands down the best at what he does and will go the distance no matter what kind of situation or circumstance you are in. Look no further if you are seeking a defense attorney.

Posted by Frank | July 15, 2013 | Criminal Defense

**** RETAIN THIS LAWYER ****

Before I came to Mr. Ware, I was a broken and defeated man. I had no criminal history and this was my first experience with lawyers. Unfortunately, I was involved in a criminal matter and represented by a previous attorney who was not doing anything to represent my case. I went to a firm that represe...nted a family member in an auto accident case and was assigned an attorney that I never met until the first court date. By first glance, I was not impressed. He looked sloppy and the way he carried himself made me think that he was not a sharp and confident lawyer but I already paid a retainer. As the case progressed, my previous attorney showed no compassion, no zeal, and no interest in winning my case. He mostly kept me uninformed and snapped at me when I asked questions. Instead of representing me to the best of his abilities, he was looking for the quickest and simplest resolution so he could close the case and move on no matter how it affected my life. I already paid him a retainer fee and was riding it out, hoping that the case would turn from worst to better. Instead, after multiple court appearances, the case just got worse and I was looking at serious charges to include jail time. Enough was enough so I informed the previous attorney that I was going to seek different representation. I called at least ten other lawyers looking for someone that would take my case. Most either said that the case is too far along or asked for more money than I could afford. I was about to give up when, luckily, I came across Mr. Ware's website. I called him expecting to get a receptionist but it was Mr. Ware that answered; which took me back. I explained my situation and Mr. Ware asked me to come by that same day. He was in his office for only a few minutes but invited me to hear my case anyway. I arrived at his office and he impressed me the moment we met. He was well dressed and carried himself confidently. He listened intently and only interrupted to ask pertinent questions. I told him about the whole case and he immediately came up with a plan of attack as soon as I was finished. He then informed me of his credentials which impressed me even more. I am not a religious person, but he even informed me that he prays for his clients. At the end of the meeting, I knew I have found the right attorney to represent me in my case and who actually cares. The moment he took my case he immediately informed me what was done (or not done). He informed me that my previous attorney did not send the prosecutor any discovery, letters of recommendations, evidence, or anything that could have helped my case. My previous attorney dug me in a deep hole. Mr. Ware knew that my case was an uphill battle but he didn't shy away or look for the quick resolution. He always kept me informed and was on point with everything. I gave Mr. Ware everything I had given my previous attorney and he immediately sent them to the prosecutor. Within a few days, my case went from worst to great. Although the ideal outcome would have been a dismissal, I knew I would not get that. Instead, Mr. Ware worked and got me the best deal I could have possibly gotten. I was looking at a trial, a possible conviction with 5 years jail time, a record for life and an end to my military career. Mr. Ware saved my freedom and my life. I have nothing but praise for him. The situation I was in was a horrible situation and Mr. Ware fixed it. He was there to represent my best interests and guided me through to the best possible outcome. I came to Mr. Ware hopeless and expecting to lose everything but left with hope and everything I worked hard for in my life still intact. I hope I will never need his services in a criminal matter again, but if I do, Mr. Ware will definitely represent me again. He has become my go to attorney for any of my future legal needs. I will recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone without hesitation. Thank you Mr. Ware.

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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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