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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78 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Fast, quick results delivered, everytime!
I have hired Rob twice over the last 15 years and both times he has throughly satisfied and delivered with the results he promised. My most recent case was a retail theft and within 3 months the case was dismissed! This was exactly what Rob told me he could to do for me after we initially spoke and I...
Posted by Mike | September 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
SAVED ME FROM PRISON
Robert was my third lawyer. After hearing from previous lawyers that they couldn't keep out of prison, I had no hope. Then I hired Robert Bas. Mr. Robert rose to the ocassion. Not only did he get two serious felonies dropped, he kept me out of prison! I cannot thank him enough! I HIGHLY RECOMME...
Posted by anonymous | September 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Bas for president
If you need help and need to be rightfully represented Mr Bas is your guy he’s honest from the start to the end he’s not hard to reach my money was well spent I’m here free today able to write this review so I’m a real client that is very satisfied!
Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Integrity, Professional, Compassion
Late in 2021, I got charged with criminal battery. Robert Bas took my case and immediately dove into helping me. He was professional though out and helped to answer any questions I had in a timely manner. He was extremely compassionate and always ensured I was informed of my case. I would recommend a...
Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Professional, representation, compassion
I killed someone in the act of self defense and the States Attorney was unsure if they wanted to charge me with first degree murder or let me walk. Robert Bas took on my case and was very professional and got straight to business. I ended up not getting charged with first degree murder. Robert Bas is...
"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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