Atty. Robert Duke Bas

Atty. Robert Duke Bas

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.

Edwardsville Edwardsville 22 yrs experience 22 year
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About Robert Duke Bas at a glance

Robert Duke Bas is a Madison County State's Attorney's Office based in Edwardsville, Illinois, practicing at Robert Bas Law Office, P.C.. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2004). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 2002) and San Diego State University (B.A. Political, 1998). Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Duke Bas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Duke Bas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Edwardsville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Duke Bas

Where is Robert Duke Bas's law office located?
Robert Duke Bas's law practice is located in Edwardsville, Illinois. The firm is Robert Bas Law Office, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Duke Bas handle?
Robert Duke Bas focuses on dui/dwi, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Duke Bas practiced law?
Robert Duke Bas has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
What languages does Robert Duke Bas speak?
Robert Duke Bas provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Robert Duke Bas go to law school?
Robert Duke Bas earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A. Political, 1998).
How can I contact Robert Duke Bas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 2002
B.A. Political
San Diego State University
- 1998

Languages

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2004

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