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Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin, Tax Attorney in Boca Raton, Florida

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Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin is an attorney based in Boca Raton, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Currently practicing at Gutter Chaves Josepher Rubin Forman Fleisher Miller PA.

Based in
Boca Raton, FLORIDA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Tax · Trusts
  • Handles Tax and Trusts matters from Boca Raton, FLORIDA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Fort Lauderdale) (2025).

About Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin: Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin is an attorney based in Boca Raton, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Currently practicing at Gutter Chaves Josepher Rubin Forman Fleisher Miller PA.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin

Charles concentrates on tax and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Tax cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Charles takes tax matters in Boca Raton, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Charles agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Charles takes trusts matters in Boca Raton, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Charles agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin — Attorney of Florida tax experience

Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin is an attorney based in Boca Raton, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Currently practicing at Gutter Chaves Josepher Rubin Forman Fleisher Miller PA.

Charles (Chuck) Rubin is Florida Bar Board Certified Tax Attorney and managing partner of Gutter Chaves Josepher Rubin Forman Fleisher Miller P.A., a boutique law firm located in Boca Raton which practices principally in the areas of tax, estate planning, trusts and estates, and trust and estate litigation. He has authored numerous publications, including BNA Tax Portolios, books, and articles published in national publications such as the Journal of Taxation and Estate Planning. Since 2005 he has authored a popular tax blog at www.rubinontax.blospot.com. He is an ACTEC fellow and a former adjunct professor in both the estate planning and tax programs at the University of Miami School of Law. He is also the subject of favorable peer and other reviews by Chambers USA, Best Lawyers in America, Florida trends' Florida Legal Elite, Top Lawyers in South Florida, Who’s Who in American Law, and Martindale-Hubbell. He is a frequent lecturer, having most recently lectured at the University of Miami Heckerling Institute on Estate planning and was named 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2022 Attorney of the Year by Best Lawyers in Tax Law/Trusts & Estates for the South Florida metropolitan region.

Working with Charles on a tax matter

Charles (Chuck) Rubin is Florida Bar Board Certified Tax Attorney and managing partner of Gutter Chaves Josepher Rubin Forman Fleisher Miller P.A., a boutique law firm located in Boca Raton which practices principally in the areas of tax, estate planning, trusts and estates, and trust and estate litigation. He has authored numerous publications, including BNA Tax Portolios, books, and articles…

Who Charles represents

Charles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and trusts matters in Boca Raton and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Florida

    J.D. · 1983

  • Northwestern University

    — · 1980

  • University of Florida

    — · 1984

  • University of Florida

    — · 1983

Charles studied at J.D. in University of Florida, — in Northwestern University, and — in University of Florida.

Law school and academic background

Charles completed J.D. in University of Florida, — in Northwestern University, — in University of Florida, and — in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Charles runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin

Charles has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Fort Lauderdale)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Fort Lauderdale)

    2022

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Fort Lauderdale)

    2019

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Fort Lauderdale)

    2017

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Miami)

    2015

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Fort Lauderdale) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Fort Lauderdale) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Fort Lauderdale) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Fort Lauderdale) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Miami) (2015). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026).

Locations

Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin's office in Boca Raton

Charles's primary office is at 2101 Northwest Corporate Boulevard, Boca Raton, Florida, 33431-7343. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gutter Chaves Josepher Rubin Forman Fleisher Miller PA

2101 Northwest Corporate Boulevard

Boca Raton, Florida 33431-7343

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Hiring guide

How to hire Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Charles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Charles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Charles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a tax attorney in Boca Raton, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Charles

Charles discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every tax matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Charles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Charles's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Charles D. "Chuck" Rubin

  • How much does it cost to hire Charles for a tax case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Charles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Charles offer a free consultation?

    Charles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Charles's current terms during booking.

  • How long do tax cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple tax matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Charles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Charles take my case if I'm outside Boca Raton?

    Charles is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Charles will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Charles?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Charles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Charles accepting new tax clients right now?

    Charles's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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