Ali Fowler

Ali Fowler is Special Counsel at Buchalter in Nashville, Tennessee, and a member of its Labor and Employment practice group. She represents employers of different sizes on employment and human resources issues, including workplace training, agreements, separation negotiations, restrictive covenants, and trade secrets. Her work also addresses EEOC investigations and internal workplace investigations. She helps businesses identify employment risks and develop practical responses to workplace concerns.

Fowler earned a J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School, where she served in leadership roles on the Moot Court Board and Honor Council. She received a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, graduating summa cum laude and earning Phi Beta Kappa membership. Her academic background in psychology and legal advocacy supports her approach to employment matters involving people, policies, and business decisions.

Fowler previously practiced in litigation at Bass, Berry & Sims and later in labor and employment law at Webb Sanders. She was also a partner in the Labor and Employment group at Barton and served as general counsel for Revolution Partners, an investment advisory firm. She continues to provide outside counsel services. These roles have given her experience with business operations, workforce agreements, investigations, and risk management from both law firm and in-house perspectives.

Ali Fowler is involved in community service and serves on the National Advisory Council of the nonprofit OneGreenThing. Her in-house experience informs her understanding of the commercial considerations behind employment decisions. She works with employers on handling complaints, documenting agreements, and resolving personnel questions. Her approach emphasizes relationships, clear advice, and plans that help businesses manage legal obligations while addressing day-to-day workforce needs.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Buchalter
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• National Advisory Council Member, OneGreenThing

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• University of Vanderbilt School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Tennessee, Knoxville
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology

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