Archibald Gilbert McAlister (September 23, 1873 – June 3, 1950) was an American jurist and politician.

McAlister was born in Tatum, South Carolina.

His father was Charles A. McAlister, and his mother was Emily Connor.

McAlister won a scholarship to take courses at the University of Nashville.

He served for 24 years on the Arizona Supreme Court, including four terms as chief justice.