Alireza Alivandivafa - Aviation Carrier Disputes - Mediation & Arbitration Services

Mediation & Arbitration for Part 91, 121, and 135 Carrier Conflicts

Resolving disputes between aircraft operators, carriers, lessors, and clients with legal clarity and aviation fluency.

Carrier disputes in aviation are increasingly complex—often involving overlapping contractual, regulatory, and operational concerns. Whether operating under Part 91 (private), Part 121 (scheduled air carriers), or Part 135 (charter and commuter), carriers must navigate contracts, compliance obligations, and customer demands—frequently under tight timeframes and high financial stakes.

Alireza Alivandivafa is a seasoned neutral and FAA-certified pilot who brings over 17 years of legal experience in commercial and aviation-related disputes. He is uniquely positioned to mediate or arbitrate carrier-related matters with insight, efficiency, and confidentiality.

Why ADR for Aviation Carrier Disputes?

• Confidential Resolution – Avoid public fallout from disputes involving regulatory noncompliance, contract breaches, or customer dissatisfaction

• Efficient Process – Streamline resolution without grounding operations or jeopardizing licenses

• Technical Competence – Address disputes with someone fluent in FAA regulations, charter contracts, and operational norms

• Custom Outcomes – Build tailored, enforceable solutions that go beyond standard litigation remedies

Who Alireza Works With

For Air Carriers & Charter Operators / Defense Counsel:

Alireza understands the pressures of operating within the regulatory frameworks of the FAA, DOT, and TSA. He facilitates resolution of disputes involving:

• Aircraft lease and dry lease disagreements

• Charter client non-payment or breach

• Schedule disruptions and failure to perform

• Alleged violations of Part 135 or operational authority

• FBO and ground handling contract issues

For Clients, Brokers & Vendors / Plaintiff Counsel:

He also represents the neutral middle ground for disputes involving:

• VIP and corporate charter clients

• Trip cancellations, delays, or performance claims

• Disputes between brokers and operators over commissions or service

• Wet lease or interchange issues between operators

• Types of Carrier Disputes Mediated or Arbitrated

• Charter contract breaches (non-payment, non-performance, cancellation)

• Dry lease and interchange disagreements

• Allegations of regulatory violations (FAA, DOT, TSA)

• Broker-operator relationship breakdowns

• Passenger misconduct or liability allocation

• Vendor and service contract disputes (fuel, hangarage, maintenance)

• Crew leasing and pilot employment conflicts

• Termination or modification of flight service agreements

Why Carrier Disputes Require Aviation-Specific ADR

➡ Regulatory Overlap – FAA compliance, insurance, and local airfield rules must be balanced with contract enforcement

➡ Reputational Risk – Charter operators and brokers need discreet dispute resolution to protect clientele

➡ Operational Sensitivity – Delay or disruption in resolving disputes can ground aircraft or affect certificate status

➡ Multi-Stakeholder Environment – Clients, owners, lessors, and service providers are often all involved

About Alireza Alivandivafa

• FAA-Certified Private Pilot

• 17+ years as a litigator, mediator, and arbitrator

• Panel Neutral – AAA | Resolve Law LA | Central District of CA | LASC MVP

• Extensive experience in contracts, aviation law, and commercial disputes

• Fluent in English, French, and German

Dispute Resolution Services Include:

• Mediation – Confidential, interest-based negotiations

• Arbitration – Final, binding resolution with procedural control

• Hybrid Processes – Med-Arb, early neutral evaluation, or case management for ongoing conflicts

• Available Nationwide

• Remote ADR via Zoom or secure video platforms

• In-person sessions available in Los Angeles, San Diego, and nationwide upon request

• Expedited scheduling for urgent operational matters

Ready to Resolve a Carrier Dispute?

Whether you're an aircraft operator, service vendor, or charter client, Alireza provides the strategic clarity, aviation insight, and legal depth to resolve disputes quickly and confidentially.

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