Robert A. Heap

Robert A. Heap

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Naperville, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Real Estate, DUI & DWI, Business

101 N. Washington Street, Naperville, IL

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

37 years of practicing Criminal misdemeanor and felony defense

40%
Business 20%

Corporate and LLC representation

20%
Real Estate 20%

Actively involved in residential real estate closings

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 42 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1983

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Kuhn, Heap & Monson

101 N. Washington Street, Naperville, IL, 60540

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Robert A. Heap's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great attorney

We hired Bob Heap as he came recommended by a very good friend. He represented our son on a major driving violation which resulted in a minor accident. Throughout the engagement, he gave us very realistic advice and encouraged my son to not only help him out of severe punishment, but also giving him ...tools for life. He has a very pragmatic approach and he is kind and when he believes after careful consideration, that there is merit in representing the individual, he goes all out to get the case handled in the best possible way. we highly recommend his services.. My husband and I are very grateful for his guidance in my son's case.

Posted by Karen | October 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Honest, kind, knowledgeable

I hired Robert Heap to defend me earlier this year and would highly recommend him. He made me feel as comfortable as possible given the circumstances. Bob was very kind and patient with me, he answered all my questions no matter how many times I asked. He was always readily available. Ultimately my ...case was dismissed, Bob is still helping me afterwards with an expungement, etc.

Posted by Jeff | November 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Education

University Title IX

Mr. Heap came to us highly recommended, and for good reason. Our son was the Respondent in a Title IX case at Northwestern University. These types of cases are handled entirely by and within universities, are completely separate from the criminal justice system, and severely restrict the involvemen...t of attorneys. As such, Mr. Heap served in the capacity of an advisor. His experience with this type of case proved invaluable. Mr. Heap was able to interpret the procedure and documentation from the university, and was also able to anticipate and foresee the possible outcomes in the case. Forced to remain behind the scenes, Mr. Heap ultimately coached our son to present himself in the most competent, assertive, humble, and gracious manner possible. Again, because university Title IX cases "fly under the radar" of the criminal justice system, they can be extremely intimidating for the accused. Fortunately, Mr. Heap proved to be a most erudite companion in our quest for a fair trial; and, in the end, a fair trial was indeed rendered.

Posted by Jill | December 17, 2014 | Domestic Violence

I thoroughly endorse Bob Heap!

Bob helped us secure a two year Order of Protection for my 17 year old daughter due to domestic abuse. Not only as a parent, but as a past client, I can only be thankful for retaining Bob again. He is honest, full of integrity and professional. His fees are more than fair. I hope I won't need to reta...in Bob again, but if I should ever need a lawyer with his qualities and credentials I would head straight back to him! Thank you again Bob!

Posted by Kent Gaertner, Attorney | March 05, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Excellent and knowledgable

I have referred clients to Bob for criminal representation and for divorce. Bob is excellent in both areas. You can't do any better.

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Robert A. Heap's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kostas Kostopoulos

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob Heap is a great lawyer with formidable legal skills; strongly liked and respected by the lawyers and judges in the legal community. This is an attorney that I absolutely endorse!"

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Marc Wolfe

Domestic violence lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. A lawywer who works hard to help his clients achieve positive results."

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Timothy Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bob is one of the best lawyers in the county. He is an excellent trial lawyer who knows how to persude a judge or jury to achieve victories. Well respected, knowledgeable and dependable. I would hire him if I needed a good lawyer."

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Stephen Brundage

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob Heap is an excellent lawyer and well respected in the community. He has a great reputation and I do not hesitate to endorse him."

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Vincent Cornelius

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bob Heap is among the finest of lawyers and very good man."

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John Wyeth

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Ost

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bob is a caring and knowledgeable advocate."

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Glenn Sowa

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Kent

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bob does a fine job in all types of criminal cases. He's a respected and valuable member of the defense bar in and around DuPage County."

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Joseph Bugos

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bob since we were young prosecutors together thirty years ago. He is a dedicated, skilled, and hard-working lawyer who does a tremendous job for his clients."

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Robert Black

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Arendt

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bob for the past 7 years. He is skilled, knowledgeable and well-respected in the legal community."

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Marc Wolfe

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Steven Adams

Education lawyer

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Timothy Martin

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Scott Brower

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kent Gaertner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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John Knobloch

Real estate lawyer

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Glenn Sowa

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Bugos

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Award of Excellence in Government, Illinois State Crime Commission

1986

Special Commendation for Outstanding Service, DuPage County State's Attorney's Office

Work Experience

1987 - Present

Partner, Kuhn, Heap & Monson

2009 - 2010

Adjunct Professor, North Central College

1989 - 1992

Partner, Robert A Heap Attorney at Law

1986 - 1989

Associate, Fawell, James & Brooks

1983 - 1986

Assistant States Attorney, DuPage County States Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Cress Creek Country Club

Board Member

2010 - Present

Chicago-Kent College of Law

Board Member

2009 - Present

DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

Naperville School District 203 Financial Advisor's Committee

Chairman

1984 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Vice Chair

2002 - 2006

Illinois Sex Offender Management Board

Member

1990 - 2006

DuPage County Board

Member

1990 - 2002

DuPage County Forest Preserve

Commissioner

Sample of Legal Cases

People v Name Omitted

No charge filed

People vs Name Omitted

Case dismissed; all records expunged

People vs Name Omitted

not guilty

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Education

1983

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Northern Illinois University

MS - Master of Science

1978

Northern Illinois University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

College of DuPage

Legal Evidence

2012

Business Law North Central College

Adjunct Professor

Publications

1985

DuPage County States Attorney's Office manual Prosecuting DUI with blood evidence

Languages

English

Activity

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