Robert Duke Bas

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Robert Duke Bas

4.9
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Edwardsville, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Drug Crime

315 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL

About Robert

Biography

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

Criminal Defense 50%

All major drug offenses; trafficking; possession with intent to distribute; conspiracy; marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines

18 years

50%
Drug Crime 25%

Includes drug forfeiture proceedings

18 years

25%
Violent Crime 25%

All violent offenses including murder, attempted murder, armed robbery, aggravated battery, aggravated assault, mob action

18 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 21 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2004

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Robert Bas Law Office, P.C.

315 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL, 62025

baslawpc.com/

Robert Duke Bas's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

78 Client Reviews

Showing 41 - 45 of 78 reviews

Posted by anonymous | January 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer

Robert handled my criminal defense case and did an excellent job. He was able to identify areas where we could be proactive in order to get the best possible outcome. He exercised great patience and poise on the case and I would highly recommend him to anyone who needed help in any case.

Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent result in DUI case

The morning after being arrested for DUI, given two additional citations (one moving violation and one mechanical) and facing license suspension for a refusal to blow, I contacted a friend who is an attorney. After explaining the situation, he immediately referred me to Robert Bas. Mr Bas's thorough... questions about the facts of the case and his ability to give an immediate outline of the best defense strategy (and the range of potential outcomes) put me at ease. He provided me a task list (both items to show extenuating circumstances and to be proactive) to complete to bolster the defense. With this and his own investigation, he was able to get me the best result possible- no DUI, no license suspension and no points on my license. I highly recommend hiring Robert Bas for your legal needs.

Posted by Joseph | September 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceeded my expectations, worth the cost!

I was charged with a felony and misdemeanor. I have a CDL and was only passing through the County. The first lawyer, failed to file anything to get rid of my suspension. When Mr. Bas took over, he said from the start, that the case will have to go to trial, but we would win. I wasn't sure about i...t. He knew the County, and waived a jury. After a full-day trial, the Judge found me not guilty. Mr. Bas did a great job with the witnesses and made me feel comfortable when i testified. He understood the issues and presented my case well. He certainly exceeded my expectations. I can't thank you enough Mr. Bas!

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 ...did and for some reason had to have his services again I wouldn't think twice.

Posted by Ted | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Two felonies dismissed - excellent job!!

I thought i was going to jail in st. clair county for 3 years. Mr. Bas fought for me and spent extra attention in order to convince the State the dismiss two felonies against me. He meticulously handled my case with care and seemed to be focused on providing the result that was fair and gave me a c...hance! Thank you Robert for your dedicated service to me and my family.

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Robert Duke Bas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Donner

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert is a hard working attorney, who zealously represents his clients. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Going

Family lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Steven Giacoletto

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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."

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Kristen Strieker

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Jason Going

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

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 Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

Madison County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

PEOPLE V. W.M.

JURY VERDICT - NOT GUILTY

PEOPLE V. M.H

JURY VERDICT - NOT GUILTY

PEOPLE V. J.L. SMITH - MADISON COUNTY

Evidence suppressed and decision affirmed on appeal

PEOPLE V. J.H. - MADISON COUNTY, IL

JURY VERDICT - Not Guilty

PEOPLE V. F. Encinas - MADISON COUNTY, IL

DISMISSED

PEOPLE V. DWANNE D - CLINTON CO., IL

Evidence suppressed, felony charges dismissed

PEOPLE V. BRIAN H.

NOT GUILTY - TRIAL VERDICT

PEOPLE V. A. K. - ST. CLAIR COUNTY

Murder charge dismissed

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Education

N/A

DePaul University College of Law

Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2009

Law Enforcement Training Legal Education

Ethical considerations - collecting and presenting evidence at trial

2008

Law Day

Stages of a criminal trial

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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