Michael Bruce Ware

Michael Bruce Ware

4.9
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 40 years

Litigation Lawyer at Yorktown, VA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

4000 George Washinton Memorial Highway, Yorktown, VA

About Michael

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

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..

41 years | 500 cases

50%
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.

41 years | 500 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 10%

Included in Criminal defense

41 years | 500 cases

10%
Car Accident 5%

Included in Litigation

41 years

5%
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

41 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 40 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Schempf & Ware PLLC

4000 George Washinton Memorial Highway, Yorktown, VA, 23692

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Michael Bruce Ware's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jim | February 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Life Saver

I hired Mr. Ware to defend my Medical School bound daughter. A criminal conviction would of ruined her acceptance. She received a wreckless driving ticket 20 mph over the speed limit. She made a bad decision and no doubt was speeding. Mr. Ware was able to use his experience to get the ticket reduce...d to 10 mph over 55 in a 45 and a total fine of $132. I am at static that a ticket that resulted in a criminal conviction and possibly jail time was reduced. He definitely saved my daughter’s future. I highly recommend Mr. Ware

Posted by EM | September 24, 2014 | Car Accidents

Traffic Accident: Michael saved my day AND sanity!

In May 2014, this nonagenarian experienced her first-ever traffic accident and potentially serious legal consequences. She had planned to go-it alone until she shared her woes with a good friend who sternly said, "No, you're not.. Do you know a lawyer?" And promptly he engaged me with Attorney Mic...hael B. Ware, Yorktown/Newport News, VA, for whom he has the highest regard and with whom I consulted the next week. What a relief to discuss the situation with Mike and to receive his thoughtfully presented advice and encouragement. His staff provided prompt, clear information about what I should expect. Mike call the day before the hearing to review what would take place and to see if I had further concerns or questions. While I knew well he couldn't guarantee a positive outcome, I was buoyed by his professional counsel and words of support. Case closed with a modest fine. Mr. Ware has my complete trust and his fee was reasonable. If ever again I need an attorney, I shall hasten to call Mr. Ware, and would unhesitatingly recommend him to anyone needing professional legal counsel and assistance.

Posted by Robert | March 04, 2014 | Real Estate

Excellent Attorney

I was a client of Mr Ware concerning a real estate transaction. Mr Wares attention to detail founds some issues with the deed that were nearly a hundred years old. Locating this error saved me thousands of dollars. I was tempted to negotiate this transaction on my own which would have been a disaste...r, thanks to Mr Ware for a job well done. A+++++ attorney.

Posted by Jason | July 25, 2013 | Juvenile

Outstanding Service with a Traffic Violation

We hired Mr Ware recently to represent our daughter as a juvenile. He informed our daughter and us what to expect exactly along with what the best courses of action would be to help the situation prior to appearing in court. He advised us of his fee at the beginning and billing statements were provid...ed in a timely fashion for the services he provided. He took the time to get to know our daughter and her situation, and our daughter followed his advice and recommendations. The final disposition went very well (dismissed). I would highly recommend Mr Ware if you are in need of his services. He is honest, knowledgeable, personable and highly professional. We appreciated his expert services and will utilize him again if we need his services in the future.

Posted by Whitney | April 29, 2013 | Juvenile

Exceptional Attorney - Exceptional Outcome

I hired Mr. Ware several years ago to represent my son as a juvenile. He informed my son and I what to expect and what our best course of action would be to help the situation. He advised of his fee at the begining and billing statements were provided regularly with all time disclosed and work full...y described. He took the time to personally get to know my son, and my son followed his advice and recommendations. The final disposition went very well (dismissed). My son needed his services again and due to Mr. Ware's knowledge, time spent investigating the case, and working relationship with his peers, my son's most recent case was also a success. I have referred him to several friends (regarding non-criminal work) whom have informed me that his knowledge and experience has been exemplary. I will continue to refer Mr. Ware as well as call on his knowledge and expertise as necessary.

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Michael Bruce Ware's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Meade

Litigation lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Ehrenworth

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

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!!!"

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Joseph Verser

Litigation lawyer | Mar 05

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."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

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 lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is an excellent attorney."

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Shawn Overbey

Litigation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Decker

Litigation lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Thoman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

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."

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Nicholas Hobbs

Unknown lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Helena Mock

Litigation lawyer | Sep 15

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."

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Leonard Heath

Litigation lawyer | Jun 05

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."

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Matthew Smith

Litigation lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, Schempf & Ware

1985 - 2011

Partner, Jones Blechman Woltz & Kelly P.C.

Associations

Newport News Bar Association

Member

Williamsburg Bar Association

Member

Virginia Bar Association

Member

Virginia State Bar, Litigation Section

Member

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

I'anson-Hoffman American Inn of Court

Member

Education

1985

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Christopher Newport University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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