I am a former criminal prosecutor who aggressively handles jury and bench trials in front of various judges. We are a full service criminal defense law firm - consisting of handling successful and rigorous defense of high-profile drug offenses, murder charges, violent crimes, sex crimes, white collar crimes; misdemeanor - including DUI and drug-related offenses.
I obtained a not guilty jury verdict in trial in Madison County, IL in a first-degree murder charge.
I also recently presented the target witness before a Granid Jury in a murder investigation, in which a finding of NO TRUE BILL was returned against him, resulting in no first-degree murder charges brought against my client.
I have successfully prepared and argued appeals before the Illinois Appellate Court and Illinois Supreme Court.
I am licensed in Illinois and I serve the Metro-East, including Madison, St. Clair, Monroe, Clinton, Jersey, Macoupin, Greene, Effingham, Fayette, and Bond Counties.
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 2004
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315 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL, 62025
baslawpc.com/
78 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Attorney Bas' work saved my job and my life!
I went to Robert on a referral since the first attorney was not willing to travel outside of his county to handle my case. Robert charged a higher fee, due to longer travel from Edwardsville to Springfield, Illinois, but it was a wise investment. The case had a number of testifying witnesses and ton...
Posted by Chandler | October 08, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Professional, Genuine Person!
In my experience with Robert Bas he has offered genuine support, guidance, and professionalism on my case. The maze of the legal system can bring a person a since of confusion on what choices should be made in a legal situation. When I was cited by an officer I was very fearful because I had no idea ...
Posted by Kenneth | August 13, 2010 | Criminal Defense
The man with the plan
First off I would like to say that i went to a couple different lawyers before I went to bob. I was told only that I was going to be convicted and to expect the worst. I was then referred to Robert Bas who basically saved me. Not only did he get my alleged DUI offense reduced to a reckless miscond...
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2009 | Criminal Defense
Great Service
Mr. Bas took care of a charge for me. He did an excellent job in getting it dismissed. He kept me informed and made things as easy as possible for me. He is very professional and knowledgeable about DUI law.
Posted by me | June 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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He’s terrible. I gave him a 5k retainer for a state case. He act like he didn’t know I had a federal hold. Took my money and handed me to the feds.
"Robert is a hard working attorney, who zealously represents his clients. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Bas is a hard-working, knowledgeable and respected attorney. He puts his experience to use for his clients and is a great asset to the legal community."
"I endorse this attorney. Mr. Jackstadt is more than competent to handle any criminal defense case brought to him and will make any client happy they retained his services."
Family lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
2009 - Present
Attorney at Law, Robert Bas Law Office P.C.
2007 - 2009
Assistant State's Attorney, Madison County State's Atorney's Office
2020 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Madison County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
JURY VERDICT - NOT GUILTY
JURY VERDICT - NOT GUILTY
Evidence suppressed and decision affirmed on appeal
JURY VERDICT - Not Guilty
DISMISSED
Evidence suppressed, felony charges dismissed
NOT GUILTY - TRIAL VERDICT
Murder charge dismissed
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Juris Doctor
2009
Ethical considerations - collecting and presenting evidence at trial
2008
Stages of a criminal trial
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