Chuck’s practice includes family law, divorce and business litigation, representing a wide range of clients, including business owners, medical professionals, and individuals with offshore interests. He holds Fellowships in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Family Lawyers, distinctions recognizing attorneys with exceptional skill and integrity. Recognizing that preparation is vital, he devotes substantial time to client meetings and remains accessible at all hours, ensuring immediate support when emergencies arise. Raised in Naperville, Illinois, Chuck studied engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and worked at Ford Motor Company before earning his law degree from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 1983. He is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court and is a member of the Federal Trial Bar in Chicago. Recognized by the Illinois Supreme Court for his service to the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, he also speaks frequently on ethics, professionalism, and Guardian ad Litem issues. Chuck enjoys snowmobiling, spending time on the water, and sharing life with his wife Linda—a registered dietician—and their extended family, which now includes four lawyers, a paralegal, a television news producer, and two grandchildren. Call 630-668-4211 or complete our contact form for your free consultation today or to learn more about our services and fees.

Christopher J. Zaruba is a founding partner of Smit Zaruba P.C. who represents clients in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, parentage, guardianship, post-decree disputes, mediation, and collaborative law. He is known for combining practical guidance with strong courtroom advocacy, helping clients pursue favorable outcomes through settlement when possible and litigation when necessary. Before co-founding the firm, Mr. Zaruba spent years handling family law matters in the Chicagoland area and also served as an Assistant State’s Attorney in DuPage County, where he gained substantial trial experience. His background in prosecution, along with his work in contested family law cases, gives him a sharp and strategic approach to representing clients facing difficult personal and legal challenges. To schedule your consultation with our Wheaton, IL Divorce Lawyer, fill out a form online or call us at 630-480-7600.