About Robert
Biography
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.
Experience, Integrity, Results. Trial lawyer who consistently obtains favorable results for his clients!
Not guilty -- Jury Trial -- first degree murder https://madisonrecord.com/stories/604854326-not-guilty-jurors-find-defendant-acted-in-self-defense-in-2019-granite-city-shooting
https://madisonrecord.com/stories/604854326-not-guilty-jurors-find-defendant-acted-in-self-defense-in-2019-granite-city-shooting
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
18 years
18 years
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 21 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Robert Bas Law Office, P.C.
Fax
315 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL, 62025
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Robert Duke Bas's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
78 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Steve B | August 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Absolutely Recommend!
Absolutely HIGHLY recommend Robert. He is EXCELLENT. Trustworthy, on top of his game, and absolutely takes the time to represent your situation well. He is very caring, and concerned, genuinely. He handled my family case extremely well and we succeeded. Thank you Robert.
Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Got me out of trouble - TWICE!!
I hired Robert in two separate criminal cases. Both situations were handled with the utmost professionalism, discretion and care without any judgment in an already difficult situation. We were successful in both cases getting a favorable result. Mr. Bas' defense team is 1st class all the way. I highl...
Posted by Diane | February 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
EXCELLENT REPRESENTATION
Rob Bas is a wonderful attorney. He is persistant, understanding, very reliable. He exercised great patience and poise on a felony case for our son. He alway kept us informed, and him and his staff (Amy) is very caring. If a need should ever arise, I would deffently use his services again. Thank you...
Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent!
Robert Bas was a great lawyer, I used him in 2012 when I was stupid and got into some trouble. He was very nice and empathetic towards what I had to say, and I came in telling him I didn't have a lot of money and they worked out a great payment plan for me. I don't live in Illinois anymore, but if I ...
Posted by Kandy | July 28, 2015 | Expungement
expungement
Robert was exceptional. At the time my sister was passing away and he took care of everything so I didnt have to leave my sisters side. Robert made it possible so I didnt have to appear in court due to my sister passing and I was granted my expungement. Thank you Robert.
Robert Duke Bas's Lawyer Endorsements
"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
Experience
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney at Law, Robert Bas Law Office P.C.
2007 - 2009
Assistant State's Attorney, Madison County State's Atorney's Office
Associations
2020 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Madison County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
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
Education
N/A
Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2009
Ethical considerations - collecting and presenting evidence at trial
2008
Stages of a criminal trial
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers