Atty. Robert E. "Bob" Wood

Atty. Robert E. "Bob" Wood

Bob Wood has been with Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP since 1983. He is a former member of the firm's Board and has served as the firm's Managing Director, and he has also served as the Managing Partner of the Nashville Office.

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About Robert E. "Bob" Wood at a glance

Robert E. "Bob" Wood is an attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practforg at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. Admitted to practice in Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association. Educated at Emory University (—, 1983) and Lipscomb University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Transactions (2026). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bob Wood has been with Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP since 1983
  • He is a former member of the firm's Board and has served as the firm's Managing Director, and he has also served as the Managing Partner of the Nashville Office
  • Bob is a member of the Firm's Diversity Committee
  • Bob is primarily involved in commercial real estate and commercial lending transactions, including workouts, turn-arounds and the acquisition, development and disposition of distressed real estate assets and loans
  • Bob also represents residential developers in connection with acquisition and entitlement of projects
  • In addition, he is involved in the representation of corporate and commercial clients, including clients involved in the manufacturing, communications, entertainment and construction industries, particularly in connection with their real estate investments
  • Bob's real estate practice involves the representation of institutional lenders, real estate developers and investors in real estate finance, acquisition and development transactions
  • Bob also represents a number of title insurance companies and is involved in commercial lease negotiations, representing both landlords and tenants
  • He is an Associate member of the American Land Title Association, and a member of the Tennessee Land Title Association
  • He is an active member of the community, serving in a variety of organizations
  • Bob is a member of the Lipscomb University Board of Trustees, and currently serves as the Chair of the Board’s standing committee for Lipscomb Academy
  • He serves on the Board of Directors for Rocketown, Inc., a nonprofit organization
  • Bob has previously served as general counsel and member of the Board of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
  • His current involvement with the Chamber includes appointments with the “Nashville Redevelopment Task Force” and the “2014 Prosperity Leaders.” Bob co-chaired the 2012 Arts and Business Council’s Corporate Band Challenge along with Ron Samuels of Avenue Bank

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practforg law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Nashville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Robert E. "Bob" Wood's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Robert E. "Bob" Wood go to law school?
Robert E. "Bob" Wood earned their education at (—, 1983); (B.A., 1980).
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What awards or recognition has Robert E. "Bob" Wood receiandd?
Robert E. "Bob" Wood's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Transactions; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Mid-South Super Lawyers, Real Estate, 2006-2013.

Practice Areas

Education

Emory University
- 1983
B.A.
Lipscomb University
- 1980

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transactions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Mid-South Super Lawyers, Real Estate, 2006-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Chambers USA, Real Estate; 2008-2013, 2003-2006
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Nashville Business Journal, “Best of the Bar," Real Estate, 2012
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Nashville)
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Tennessee, Tennessee Bar Association

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