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
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Posted by Laura | December 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
DUI...DISMISSED
This IS the Attorney you have to call. He is not only an attorney, he is a person. Highly intelligent who will fight for you like he is fighting for his own family. He not only will listen to you, he hears you. I was scared to death facing this charge at age 56 but was greeted with a smile, a war...
Posted by Paul | December 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best!
I believe the legal field is all about the details and knowledge base. The depth of knowledge with my case was tremendous and Mr. Bas did an excellent job of discovery and due diligence. His work was top-notch, timely, and successful. I have utilized his services several times. He is a great resourc...
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...
Posted by Brennan | June 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
AWESOME LAWYER!
Mr. Bas is the most knowledgeable attorney with a tenacious desire to help. He made me feel as though I was his only client and was able to get my case dismissed. He stayed on top of the case and did his homework. Worth every penny. I hope to never need his services again but if I do it won't even be...
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...
"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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