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Overview

Andy Rowlett

Andy Rowlett is a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Listed General Civil Mediator and an attorney with an AV pre-eminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. He mediates personal injury, business/commercial, property, premises liability, and automobile cases, among others.

Andy is a member at the Nashville law firm of Howell & Fisher, PLLC, litigating primarily personal injury claims, property losses (subrogation and recovery), insurance coverage matters, and commercial disputes. He is a skilled trial lawyer and mediator known for his responsiveness and persistence.​

Andy’s active trial practice and extensive ADR and jury trial experience provide him with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by litigants. He has seen up close how judges and juries decide cases, so he can help parties assess their cases and resolve their disputes without incurring the expense, risk, and stress of trial or arbitration and possibly even appeal. Andy also draws on his experience as a law clerk to Judge Clifford Sanders of the Tennessee Court of Appeals to arbitrate matters fairly and thoughtfully.

Andy received his B.A. from Emory University in 1990, and his J.D. from Vanderbilt School of Law in 1993 and has been practicing law in Nashville for over 30 years, including successfully representing clients in over 30 jury trials and in numerous appeals.  He has argued before the Tennessee Supreme Court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

Andy has chaired the Circuit and Chancery Committee of the Nashville Bar Association as well as its Appellate Practice Committee. He also chaired the Mock Trial Committee of the NBA’s Young Lawyer’s Division.

To learn more about Andy, read his spotlight.

Education

  • Vanderbilt School of Law, J.D., 1993
  • Emory University, B.A., 1990

Admitted to Practice

  • Tennessee state courts
  • United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Tennessee
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Professional or Trade Affiliations

  • Tennessee Bar Association
  • Nashville Bar Association
  • National Association of Subrogation Professionals (NASP) Honors and Awards

Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™: AV Preeminent® (the highest rating from Martindale-Hubbell)

Testimonials

“Andy is a tremendous lawyer. He handles his cases very professionally. He has incredible analytical abilities and writes beautifully. His oral advocacy is very impressive. He is an excellent lawyer with the highest ethics.”

“Andy Rowlett is an exceptional attorney. He zealously represents his clients and treats other members of the bar with the utmost professional courtesy.”

“I endorse Andy without hesitation. I have seen him obtain successful results for his clients in and out of the courtroom. He knows the law and is a leader in the Nashville legal community. He is an excellent attorney.”

Publications

Speaking Engagements

  • Quoted in “Protect Yourself: What To Know About Shielding Your Business From Liability When You Hire A Sub” by Debra Gelbart of in Paint Fall 2014 at pp. 38-39.
  • Quoted in “Avoiding Business on a Handshake: Minimize liability with a good contract” by Debra Gelbart of in Paint Summer 2014.
  • “Litigating Insurance Coverage Claims: From Start to Finish” (co-presenter) including writing the materials for “Initial Pleadings/Motions – Filing the Suit” and “Discovery of the Insurance Case – Quantifying Damages/Loss.” NBI CLE. December 14, 2012.
  • “Economic Loss in Casualty Claims” (co-presenter) at the Property Loss Research Bureau/Liability Insurance Research Bureau (PLRB/LIRB) 2012 Regional Adjusters Conferences.
    • June 26 and 27, 2012, Eastern Regional Conference in Providence, Rhode Island
    • September 5 and 6, 2012, Central Regional Conference in Schaumburg, Illinois
    • November 13 and 14, 2012, Western Regional Conference in Dallas, Texas
  • “Loose Lips Sink Ships.” Nashville Claims Association. May 10, 2011.
  • “Insurance Coverage Litigation.” NBI CLE. March 24, 2009.
  • “Malicious Prosecution.” Barristers CLE. December 15, 2006.
  • “Insurance Coverage Trends.” NBI CLE. June 21, 2006.

 

 

 

Representative Experience

Andy has tried multiple personal injury matters, for both plaintiffs and defendants, to jury verdicts, including post-trial appeals in state and federal court, and secured many summary judgments, including:

  • Secured jury verdict for premises liability defendant in six-day federal court trial in which plaintiff alleged CRPS/RSD (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome [CRPS]/Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy [RSD]) and claimed expenses of over $4 million; extensive complicated Daubertmotion practice.
  • Obtained summary judgment, which was upheld on appeal, based on workers’ compensation exclusive remedy in electrocution/burn/amputation matter.
  • Defended driver of car against claim by motorcycle rider after accident resulting in paraplegia.
  • Represented trucking company against claim that its negligence caused over $1 million in property damage.
  • Represented driver of tractor-trailer and his employer against wrongful death claim in which the decedent’s surviving son and the truck driver both alleged that the other driver drove into their lane of travel.
  • Defended homeowners after fatal accident at their boat dock.
  • Defense of tragic accident involving multiple students.

He has also successfully sued defendants for many types of large property losses including:

  • Fuel gas explosion and fire that caused total loss of home, including claims under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).
  • Fre during plumbing/restoration work that caused total loss of apartment building.
  • Fire arising from improperly designed and installed equipment and burner used in heater assembly.
  • Roof collapse caused by temporary employee operating forklift.
  • Water/flooding damage to pharmaceuticals while in transit for delivery.
  • Sewer lines damaged during excavation (and wrongful denial of insurance coverage as an additional insured).

Andy has also effectively defended clients again claims involving a variety of major property losses, including:

  • Contractor sued after employee used a cutting torch to install industrial equipment allegedly causing over $8 million in fire damage.
  • Water filter manufacturer sued for allegedly causing flooding and water damage to multiple buildings.
  • Automotive parts store sued for fire that damaged adjoining tenant’s store.
  • Baptistry manufacturer sued for water loss claims.

His commercial lawsuit experience includes representing parties in cases including:

  • Jury verdict for the defense on breach of contract claim for failure to purchase items discussed in signed letter, including award of over $1 million on defendant’s counterclaim; verdict and judgment upheld on appeal.
  • Defended bank sued for conversion of truck due to repossession of same; jury verdict for plaintiff reduced on appeal by approximately 90%.
  • Finance company sued guarantor of lending contract for refusal to pay after borrower’s default.
  • Claim of personal liability on a promissory note.
  • Commercial arbitration over alleged failure to pay for emergency room services as agreed in the parties’ contract.
  • Represented successor receiver during operation of troubled nursing home through its sale as an operating entity and resolution of all claims against it.
  • Represented multiple partners in suit with remaining partners in a dispute over ownership and control of the entity, which provided TennCare services.
  • Defended client whose signature was fraudulently affixed to contract that included arbitration clause.
  • Secured dismissal of plaintiff’s claim for misappropriation of trade secret for using video computer system to sell real estate; upheld on appeal.

He has also secured dismissal of product liability claims, including:

  • Seller of product that utilized lithium-ion batteries which allegedly caused an explosion and serious injuries.
  • Alleged distributor of natural gas meter in wrongful death/burn/explosion claim.
  • Manufacturer of shower seat for negligent design and inadequate installation instructions and hardware.
  • Manufacturer allegedly liable for its product’s claimed failure to clean and sanitize laser equipment adequately for use in eye surgery.
  • Sellers of sleep mask against claim that mask injured plaintiff’s eyes.

He has handled construction cases including:

  • Both in arbitration and court, defended general contractor against owner claims of multiple construction defects allegedly necessitating extensive repairs in nine new school buildings, including pursuing claims against architects, subcontractors, and insurance companies for their roles in the alleged defects, resulting in settlements of claims.
  • Effectively represented roof system manufacturer in suit alleging that liquid seepage from the roof and paint problems would necessitate that the entire roofing system be removed and replaced at a cost of $3.5 to $4 million.
  • Defended developer/home builder in successful resolution of multiple allegations of negligent construction of new home, breach of the construction contract, breach of construction warranty, and breach of agreement to repair.

He has successfully defended insurance carriers in cases including:

  • Secured defense verdict, which was upheld on appeal, at trial lasting ten days with a property damage claim exceeding $3 million based on damages sustained during major flooding.
  • Pursued declaratory judgment that client did not owe coverage for alleged improper excavation and topsoil removal.
  • Defended claim against insurance carrier for coverage for wrongful death claim filed by personal representative of decedent against retailer; litigated in the Tennessee Business Court.

He has pursued insurance coverage and/or recovery successfully in multiple lawsuits:

  • Sued insurance carrier for local school seeking coverage for water damage to school property.
  • Sued excess insurance carrier and insurance broker to enforce coverage for jury verdict in excess of the $1 million limits of underlying insurance policy.
  • Defeated motion for summary judgment by insurance carrier which sought to avoid insurance coverage for fire subrogation loss.

His healthcare liability and professional liability/malpractice experience includes:

  • Obtained dismissal of claim alleging improperly filled prescription and related birth defects.
  • Defended insurance agency successfully against claim by manufacturer and manufacturer’s insurance carrier that agency committed fraud by issuing a defective certificate of insurance.
  • Represented engineering and architecture firms effectively against claim that defective design of HVAC systems in new additions to five schools caused humidity problems and damages of approximately $1 million.

Other successful representative experience includes:

  • Defended matters filed by Tennessee Occupational Health and Safety Administration (TOSHA).
  • Litigation involving alleged malicious prosecution and/or false arrest.
  • Defended premises operators sued for third-party criminal assaults.
  • Represented thermal energy plant operator and government against Governmental Tort Liability Act (GTLA) claim by subrogating worker’s compensation insurance carrier and injured worker.
  • Secured jury verdict and partial directed verdicts for landlord, including a judgment on counterclaim, in lawsuit filed by tenant alleging unlawful ouster and breach of lease by landlord.
Rates and Fees

Rates - Andy Rowlett

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Nashville Rates
2 Party Case: $200 per party; per hour
3 Party Case: $175 per party; per hour
4 Party Case: $150 per party; per hour
5+ Party Case: Flat Rate Available Upon Request
Arbitration Hourly Rate: $350

Travel time and expenses, including meals and lodging, billed separately and split equally among the parties at the Neutral's hourly rate.
Pre/Post Consultation & Document Review: Hourly Mediation/Arbitration Rate

Mediation /Arbitration Admin Fees
Nashville Mediation Admin Fee - $200 per party
Arbitration Commencement And Administration Fee: $1500 per party

MEDIATION CANCELLATION POLICY

Mediations cancelled within 10 days of the mediation will be charged a cancellation fee of $500. However, mediations cancelled, rescheduled or settled within 24 hours of the mediation will be charged 4 hrs. of the Neutral's hourly rate . Cancellation fees shall be sent to the cancelling party unless otherwise agreed to by the parties.

ARBITRATION FEE PAYMENT POLICY

Arbitration Commencement and Administrative Fee is $1500.00 per party, per arbitrator. At the commencement of arbitration, each party will be invoiced $1500.00. This fee is refundable minus $500.00 per party until the initial case management order has been issued. All arbitration related invoices are due upon receipt.

ARBITRATION CANCELLATION POLICY

If a single-day Arbitration Hearing scheduled on the merits of the case cancels or reschedules within 15 business days of the hearing, the parties will be charged 4 hours of the Arbitrator’s hourly rate. However, if the single-day Arbitration Hearing cancels or reschedules within 2 business days of the hearing, the parties will be charged 8 hours of the Arbitrator’s hourly rate.

If a multi-day Arbitration Hearing scheduled on the merits of the case cancels or reschedules within 28 business days of the hearing, the parties will be charged 4 hours of the Arbitrator's hourly rate for each day reserved for the hearing. However, if the multi-day Arbitration Hearing cancels or reschedules within 7 business days of the hearing, the parties will be charged 8 hours of the Arbitrator's hourly rate for each day reserved for the hearing.

Issuance of the Final Arbitration Order/Award

Arbitration Awards/Orders will not be issued to either party until Miles has received full payment for all fees and expenses associated with the arbitration.