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Michael Bruce Ware

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Avvo Rating8.8
  • Yorktown, VA
  • Licensed for 36 years
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About Michael

Practice areas

OtherCar accidentDUI and DWICriminal defenseLitigation
  1. Litigation: 50%

    Have tried hundreds of cases from State to Federal Court. Am andmitted in all Virginia State courts and the Eastern and Western Federal District Courts. Many cases involve the automotive industry (Car Dealers and Manufactures and automotive sales and repair) as a speciality. In addition ,I have a lot of experience in Contract and Business disputes many of which involved the construction and development Industry..

    36 years, 500 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 30%

    Criminal Defense was my initial forte in the legal profession which allowed me to be in court on a daily basis and obtain a working relationship with the Judges. Since those initial years I have maintained this part of my practice as I have found that most all business employees, and their family members, on one occasion or another, find themselves facing this unknow side of the law. Thus keeping abreast of the defense practise has been important to my clients.

    36 years, 500 cases

  3. DUI and DWI: 10%

    Included in Criminal defense

    36 years, 500 cases

  4. Car accident: 5%

    Included in Litigation

    36 years

  1. Construction and development: 5%

    I have significant knowledge of the Building industry that I use in litigation cases and for resolution of construction and development issues

    36 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

Schempf & Ware PLLC

4000 George Washinton Memorial Highway
Yorktown, VA, 23692

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      VAAuthorized to Practice Law198510/05/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers2
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      BV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
      Legal EliteVirginia Business Magazine2006
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      PartnerSchempf & Ware2011 - Present
      PartnerJones Blechman Woltz & Kelly P.C.1985 - 2011
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Newport News Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      Williamsburg Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      Virginia Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      Virginia State Bar, Litigation SectionMemberN/A
      Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMemberN/A
      I'anson-Hoffman American Inn of CourtMemberN/A
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Temple University - James E. Beasley School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1985
      Christopher Newport UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science1982

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      Best outcome

      5.0 stars

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      Amazing lawyer . Got my reckless driving ticket reduced to defective speedometer . I have been a client of MR ware for years and I will not dare go to court without him . I have also used him for other legal issues and he was always helpful . He will always be by your side and you will have no worries once the matter is in his hands !
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      Great Attorney

      5.0 stars

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      Reduced a reckless driving ticket to a speeding ticket. Very professional and wonderful to see in action. I would recommend him over and over. Thank you sir!
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      Reckless driving

      5.0 stars

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      I hired Mr. Ware and went to court Jan 26 2021 and he got the case dismissed. He knows the law very well and I watched greatness that day. I'm a truck driver and he saved my license and career Period. I highly recommend him for any traffic offense. Reckless driving charge dismissed. Thank u sir
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      Very good

      5.0 stars

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      Mr. Ware represented me in a traffic litigation. we were successful to minimize the Consequences. I would recommend him
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      Friendly, helpful, and experienced.

      5.0 stars

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      I hired Mr. Ware to represent me after I received a Reckless Driving ticket (which is a class 1 misdemeanor). When we went to first meet him, he was very welcoming and reassuring. We talked about what could happen to me, and what he would try to do for the outcome. He was friendly to my mother and I and even played some guitar with me. I left feeling confident that the worst wouldn’t happen, and it didn’t! My charges were reduced to a simple speeding infraction, nothing on my permanent record which was a huge weight off my shoulders as a 19 year old in college. I would absolutely recommend Mr. Ware.
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      Outstanding Attorney

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      Michael took care of my reckless driving with speed case quickly and professionally. Excellent professional attitude justified by a laid back manner that relaxed me in a stressful time. If you need a great attorney in the York County / Newport News area, He's the one and only I would use.
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      Quintessential

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      I would highly recommend Attorney Mike Ware to represent anyone who finds their self in need of assistance. Attorney Ware has a professional, yet pleasant demeanor. He made me feel very comfortable in his presence and In the Courtroom. He got all the relevant facts needed to represent me and with his skills my charge was dismissed. Much thanks to Attorney Mike Ware, you are now and will continue to be the man I call if I find myself in need.
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      Extremely Satisfied

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      I contacted the Law Offices of Schempf & Ware concerning a Traffic Violation and was contacted immediately by Mr. Ware for details. After consultation, Mr. Ware advised me that although I had an "Excellent" driving record, he would accompany me to court to avoid getting negative points on my record, which he did. Mr. Ware was Professional, Courteous and Knowledgeable and I left Court with "No Points" added to my record. Thank You Mr. Ware!
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      best decision excellent attorney

      5.0 stars

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      i used mr ware for two tickets one was dismissed and the other a got a excellent outcome had i not hired Mr ware and represented myself for both tickets i wouldn't have gotten a good outcome he is very knowledgeable and professional i would hire him again if need be you cant go wrong hiring Mr ware it will be a excellent decision you make
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      litigation

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      A friend recommended Mr Michael Ware,and I was so relieved that he handled all aspects of my case. His knowledge,preparation and experience resulted in a very favorable outcome at court. Thank you for your excellent service and I am happy to recommend you.
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      Lawyer Steven Andrew Meade

      Steven Meade, Litigation Attorney on Mar 5, 2017
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Scott Michael Ehrenworth

      Scott Ehrenworth, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 24, 2016
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. I had cases against Mike for numerous years when I was a prosecutor in Newport News. They are battles. He does an awesome job and he fights very hard on behalf of his clients and gets them fantastic outcomes. If I got in trouble, I would hire Mike in a split second to protect my freedom. Awesome guy and an awesome lawyer!!!

      Lawyer Steven Andrew Meade

      Steven Meade, Litigation Attorney on Mar 5, 2017
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Scott Michael Ehrenworth

      Scott Ehrenworth, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 24, 2016
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. I had cases against Mike for numerous years when I was a prosecutor in Newport News. They are battles. He does an awesome job and he fights very hard on behalf of his clients and gets them fantastic outcomes. If I got in trouble, I would hire Mike in a split second to protect my freedom. Awesome guy and an awesome lawyer!!!

      Lawyer Joseph Franklin Verser

      Joseph Verser, Litigation Attorney on Mar 5, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mike is one of the best stand-up trial lawyers on the Peninsula. He is always prepared and always persuasive.

      Lawyer Michael S. Waddington

      Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 5, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

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      Jon Wood, Litigation Attorney on Jan 21, 2014
      Relationship: Worked for lawyer

      I endorse this lawyer. Mike is an excellent attorney.

      Lawyer Shawn William Overbey

      Shawn Overbey, Litigation Attorney on Nov 19, 2013
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Brian Wayne Decker

      Brian Decker, Litigation Attorney on Sep 4, 2013
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Brian Damas Thoman

      Brian Thoman, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 14, 2013
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      Mr. Ware is an intelligent, well prepared, and zealous advocate for his clients. I have served as opposing counsel on dozens of cases with Mr. Ware, and have always found him to work tirelessly to achieve the best results for his clients. I heartily endorse this attorney.

      Lawyer Nicholas Ryan Hobbs

      Nicholas Hobbs, Unknown Attorney on May 9, 2012
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Helena Sue Mock

      Helena Mock, Litigation Attorney on Sep 15, 2011
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Michael and I were partners in a firm and I have had an opportunity to view his work first hand. He is a highly skilled and successful litigator and I would recomend him completely.

      Lawyer Leonard Claro Heath Jr.

      Leonard Heath, Litigation Attorney on Jun 5, 2011
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Mike is an excellent attorney, but more importantly a true problem-solver. I have worked both with and against him in business litigation matters. He is keenly aware of the need to work efficiently and effectively to obtain his clients goals. When needed, Mike also has a good courtroom presence.

      Lawyer Matthew Westcott Smith

      Matthew Smith, Litigation Attorney on Feb 27, 2011
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

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