Crime & Safety
Wheaton Lawyer Suspended Following Theft Charges
Robert C. Beck is accused of stealing more than $2 million from clients.

The Illinois State Supreme Court suspended Robert C. Beck on an interim basis and pending further order of the court. He was charged in DuPage County for the alleged theft from his clients, which took place between 2011 and 2015.
The Law Offices of Robert C. Beck, located at 534 W. Roosevelt Road in Wheaton, is focused on estate planning and elder law. Beck, a real estate attorney, served clients in DuPage County and the surrounding area, according to his business’ website.
Beck faces several felony theft charges and is also charged with wire fraud, according to online court records. He entered a not guilty plea to the charges in September and is next expected in court on Jan. 22.
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