About Justin

Justin Karubas is a principal attorney at Rolewick & Gutzke, P.C., located in Wheaton, Illinois. The firm, situated at 1776 South Naperville Road, Suite 104A, specializes in trusts and estates, taxation, real estate, and probate law throughout DuPage County. Since joining the Illinois State Bar in 1998, Karubas has built a robust practice that encompasses many legal services. His expertise is focused on estate planning, probate administration, and tax-related matters, making him a valuable resource for clients navigating complex legal fields. In 1998, Karubas earned his Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law, where he laid the foundation for his legal career.

Prior to law school, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1995. His academic background in economics gave him a keen understanding of financial matters, which is essential for his work in taxation and estate planning. During his time at Chicago-Kent, he worked by clerking for Chief Judge Herman S — Haase and interning with the Health Law Division, further enhancing his legal acumen. Since joining Rolewick & Gutzke as an associate attorney in 1998, Karubas has steadily progressed within the firm. In 2006, he became a principal attorney, taking on greater responsibilities and leadership roles.

His work often involves guiding clients through the entire legal process—from initial consultations to drafting essential documents, filing with the appropriate courts, and, when necessary, handling appeals. This comprehensive approach ensures that clients receive thorough support at every stage of their legal matters. Karubas is actively involved in several professional organizations, which shows his commitment to the legal community. He has been a member of the American Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA), and the DuPage County Bar Association (DCBA). Within the ISBA, he has served on the Trusts and Estates Section Council since 2001 and participated in the Elder Law Section Council from 2005 to 2006.

Additionally, he has been a member of the Standing Committee on Legislation since 2008, contributing to the development of legal standards and practices in Illinois. Fluent in English, Karubas is licensed to practice law in Illinois, where he continues to serve clients with dedication and expertise. His involvement in the DCBA's Estate Planning and Probate Committee and the DuPage County Estate Planning Council reflects his ongoing commitment to professional development and community engagement. Through his work, he aims to provide clients with the knowledge and support they need to navigate their legal challenges effectively.

Education

Chicago-Kent College of Law, Chicago, Illinois

J.D. (1998) | Law

1998

University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign

B.A. (1995) | Economics, Finance

1995

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Principal

Rolewick & Gutzke, P.C.
2006

Associate Lawyer

Rolewick & Gutzke, P.C.
1998

Legal Clerk

McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchinson, & Ruttle
1997

Legal Clerk

Illinois Masonic Medical Center
1997

Legal Clerk for Chief Judge Herman S. Haase

Will County Courthouse
1996

Legal Internship for Health Law Div.

Law Offices of Chicago-Kent
1996

Accepted Jurisdictions

Illinois

Types of Cases Handled

trusts estates taxation real estate probate law across DuPage County

Professional Associations

ISBA -Standing Committee on Legislation

has membership 2008 - Current

ISBA - Trusts and Estates Section Council

has membership 2001 - Current

DCBA - Estate Planning and Probate Committee

has membership 2000 - Current

American Bar Association (ABA)

has membership 1999 - Current

Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA)

has membership 1998 - Current

DuPage County Bar Association (DCBA)

has membership 1998 - Current

ISBA - Elder Law Section Council

has membership 2005 - 2006

Office Locations

Main Office

 1776 S Naperville Rd Wheaton IL 60187