Alireza Alivandivafa - LGBTQ+ Harassment & Discrimination Mediation & Arbitration

Specialized ADR for LGBTQ+ Workplace & Civil Rights Disputes

Resolve identity-based discrimination and harassment disputes with cultural fluency, compassion, and clarity.

Whether representing an employee facing workplace mistreatment or defending an organization accused of discrimination, Alireza Alivandivafa provides a safe, informed, and structured environment for resolving LGBTQ+-related claims.

With over 17 years of experience as a litigator, mediator, and arbitrator—and as a DEI-informed neutral fluent in LGBTQ+ legal frameworks—Alireza offers trusted, trauma-informed dispute resolution services for clients across California and the U.S.

Why Choose ADR for LGBTQ+ Discrimination Cases?

Disputes involving LGBTQ+ identity often carry deep emotional, legal, and reputational dimensions. Mediation or arbitration offers:

• Confidentiality – Protects sensitive details about identity, relationships, and workplace culture

• Efficiency – Avoids prolonged litigation and public exposure

• Cultural Competency – Ensures parties feel seen, heard, and respected throughout the process

• Creative Solutions – Enables outcomes that courts may not provide, such as training, policy reform, or confidential agreements

Who We Serve

• Plaintiff attorneys representing LGBTQ+ clients in harassment, discrimination, or wrongful termination claims

• Defense counsel responding to claims of bias, retaliation, or failure to accommodate

• Corporate & institutional counsel seeking to resolve DEI-related disputes discreetly and constructively

Types of Cases Mediated & Arbitrated

• Harassment based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression

• Retaliation for reporting LGBTQ+-related discrimination

• Denial of promotions, training, or job opportunities due to identity

• Misgendering, deadnaming, or failure to respect pronouns and transition accommodations

• Wrongful termination following disclosure or transition

• Hostile work environment and constructive discharge claims

• Disputes in educational, housing, public accommodations, and healthcare contexts

• Civil rights claims under state or federal law

Why Counsel Trusts Alireza

For Plaintiffs:

Alireza provides a safe and affirming environment for LGBTQ+ clients to share their story and resolve trauma-informed claims. His experience as a plaintiff’s advocate in civil rights and employment law ensures legal grounding and compassionate engagement.

For Defense:

Alireza helps organizations resolve claims with discretion, clarity, and respect—balancing legal risk with cultural sensitivity. He understands the operational and public-facing impacts of LGBTQ+-related litigation and offers realistic, sustainable resolution pathways.

What Counsel Needs to Know

Understanding the Legal Landscape

Alireza regularly resolves claims under:

• Title VII and Bostock v. Clayton County (SCOTUS)

• California FEHA (Gov. Code §12940) protections for gender identity/expression and sexual orientation

• Gender Nondiscrimination Act (SB 179) and California Civil Code §51 (Unruh Act)

• Equal Access and LGBTQ+ anti-bias laws in healthcare, education, housing, and public accommodations

→ Why it matters: Alireza applies this legal fluency to ensure your client’s claims or defenses are fully understood and accurately evaluated.

Resolution Considerations

• Emotional distress, trauma-informed communication, and psychological harm

• Confidential severance, training, or policy reform

• Non-monetary remedies like DEI coaching, public apologies, or neutral reference language

• Tax structuring, healthcare/benefits continuation, and nondisclosure terms

→ Why it matters: LGBTQ+ cases often involve dignity, identity, and social harm. Alireza navigates this with empathy and precision.

Why Choose Alireza Alivandivafa

• DEI-Trained & Trauma-Informed – Sensitive to the lived experiences and nuances of LGBTQ+ clients

• Employment & Civil Rights Expertise – Deep knowledge of state and federal LGBTQ+ protections

• 17+ Years of Legal Experience – Trial-tested and resolution-focused

• Plaintiff & Defense Perspective – Brings fairness and foresight to every session

• Multilingual – Fluent in English, French, and German

• Trusted Neutral – AAA, Resolve Law LA, Central District of California, and Los Angeles Superior Court MVP panel

Why Legal Teams Choose AA Resolution

• Wage & Hour Experience – Extensive knowledge of FLSA, Labor Code, and PAGA compliance

• Dual Perspective – Deep insight from both employee and employer sides

• Class Action Familiarity – Skilled at resolving large-scale or multi-party claims

• Trusted Neutral – Panel arbitrator and mediator for AAA, Resolve Law LA, Central District of California, and Los Angeles Superior Court MVP panel

• Bilingual + Culturally Competent – Fluent in English, French, Spanish; DEI-informed

Resolve with Respect

Whether your case involves employment discrimination, public accommodations, or internal policy disputes, Alireza Alivandivafa offers the culturally competent, resolution-driven support needed to close the matter with dignity and clarity.

Locations Served

Alireza offers remote and in-person sessions throughout:

• Los Angeles

• San Diego

• San Francisco Bay Area

• Statewide California

• Nationwide (via Zoom or hybrid)

Ready to Resolve?

Whether you're negotiating individual claims or preparing for class-wide settlement, Alireza Alivandivafa brings clarity, credibility, and control to the resolution process.

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