Robert W Bigwood

Rob is a real property law specialist focusing on real estate law, representing his clients in buying, selling, and structuring businesses and real estate, commercial litigation, and property disputes.  He also maintains a significant estate planning, trusts and estates practice. 

Rob is a Board Certified Real Property Law Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association.. Less than two percent of Minnesota attorneys have received this certification.  Rob has been a certified specialist since 1990, and has extensive experience and training in real estate law.  Rob is currently a member of the Real Property Council of the State Bar Association. 

A native of Fergus Falls, Rob received his Bachelor's degree cum laude in three years from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis.  He attended the U of M Law School and received his law degree in 1980 before returning to Fergus Falls to join his distinguished hometown firm. 

In addition to his busy practice, Rob remains an active community volunteer and leader.  His leadership efforts include: serving as the current President for both the Fergus Falls Area College Foundation and the Fergus Falls Area Community Foundation, Past President of Lakeland Hospice, United Way of Ottertail County, his Kiwanis Club, and the Fergus Falls YMCA.  Additionally, he has served as a United Way campaign leader, and helped to lead the YMCA building expansion. 

Rob and his wife, Gretchen, are active members of Grace United Methodist Church.  They both have a background in competitive swimming and enjoyed watching their three, now grown, children participate in the sport.  They now spend time helping other children enjoy the sport.  In addition, Rob enjoys singing in a men's chorus and with his church choir.