Robert L. Wiggins, Jr.

As a distinguished member of Wiggins Childs Pantazis Fisher Goldfarb, LLC, based in Birmingham, Alabama, attorney Robert L. Wiggins Jr. has carved a niche for himself in the legal landscape by focusing on civil rights, class action cases, employment litigation, and wage and hour collective action cases. His practice is celebrated for its client-centric approach, characterized by personalized attention, meticulous concentration and a passionate drive to achieve favorable outcomes. 

Mr. Wiggins embarked on his academic journey at Clemson University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1971. He then pursued his passion for law at The University of Alabama School of Law, obtaining his Juris Doctor in 1974. The following year marked the beginning of his legal career as he was licensed to practice in Alabama. His credentials are further bolstered by his admissions to the Supreme Court of Alabama, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Middle Districts of Alabama, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th and 11th Circuits, and the prestigious U.S. Supreme Court.

An esteemed figure in the legal community, Mr. Wiggins actively participates in the Birmingham Bar Association, particularly in the Labor Law and Litigation Sections, as well as the Alabama State Bar's Labor Law Section and the Alabama Association for Justice. His peers have consistently acknowledged his excellence, as evidenced by his AV Preeminent peer-review rating* through Martindale-Hubbell, a distinction he has maintained since 1989.

From 1978 to 1982, Mr. Wiggins shared his wealth of knowledge as a lecturer at Miles College School of Law, where he taught civil procedure, constitutional law, employment discrimination law and appellate advocacy. His dedication to education was recognized in 1980 when he received the Outstanding Professor of Law Award.

Mr. Wiggins is renowned for his unwavering commitment to his clients, guiding them through the complexities of their legal challenges with skill and compassion. His peers and clients alike commend him for his dedication to upholding the highest standards of legal practice, making him a true advocate and ally in the pursuit of justice.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.