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 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Honest and up front

Mr. BAs helped me out tremendously in a DUI case in 2022. He told me what I'm he could do for me and what he thought he could get the charge dropped to. And sure enough the outcome was exactly what he had said. He was up front and honest the first day we met and he looked at my case. I highly recomme...nd him.

Posted by Adam | September 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommend!

Shortly after a divorce I put myself in a terrible position dealing with a DUI charge and 6 other additional charges. After Robert was recommended to me, I immediately hired him. His staff are top-tier and get back to you promptly and are very friendly. Rob is the most professional and compassionate ...lawyer that I have ever had to represent me. He guided me through the journey every step of the way. I was able to achieve all the necessary requirements prior to my plea of reckless driving and all other charges dropped. I can’t express the amount of gratitude I have for Rob, his team and with the outcome. Thank-you so much!!!

Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Integrity, Professionalism & Excellent Representation

Mr. Robert Bas has represented our family on several occasions over the past 6 years. We have the utmost confidence in his knowledge of the law and in his ability to represent us with the best possible outcome. He is firm, fair, consistent and courteous in his dealings with clients and displays he hi...ghest level of professionalism. His demeanor in the courtroom exemplifies calmness, confidence and knowledge of the intricacies of the law. We know Mr. Bas to be a person of integrity who truly cares about his clients offering guidance and support . Communication about proceedings is excellent, and we have always felt that we could contact him with regard to any questions. Fees are also reasonable. His office manager, Amy, is an added asset. She is always courteous and efficient. I would encourage anyone seeking legal representation to contact Robert Bas Law Office. You will not be disappointed.

Posted by Jon | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding attorney!

I was recently charged with a crime I did not commit, I've never been in any sort of criminal trouble before and did not know where to turn, my friend turned me to Robert Bas. The day I walked into his office, I knew he was the guy who could get me justice. He welcomed me with open arms and worked di...ligently with me to get the charges dropped. He is very professional and knows his stuff! There was a lot of travel involved with my case and Mr. Bas was able to coordinate court dates with my work schedule and he ultimately got a complete dismissal of all my charges. It was a very trying time for me and was the most stressful 3 months of my life, I cannot express enough how happy I am now with the results mr Bas got for me. He really understood my situation and I feel as though I gained a friend as well as an outstanding attorney.

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.

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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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Jason Going

Personal injury lawyer

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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