Sexual & Gender Discrimination

Mediation & Arbitration Services

Alireza Alivandivafa - Sexual & Gender Discrimination

Mediation & Arbitration Services

Experienced ADR for resolving workplace disputes rooted in bias, identity, and inequity.

Alireza Alivandivafa offers confidential, pragmatic dispute resolution for cases involving sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and sex-based discrimination.

Discrimination based on gender or sexuality remains one of the most volatile and costly sources of conflict in the workplace. Whether the issue stems from hiring, promotion, compensation, termination, or harassment, these cases require more than legal fluency—they demand cultural competence, emotional intelligence, and discretion.

With over 17 years of experience as a litigator, mediator, and arbitrator, Alireza brings a trauma-informed, legally sound approach to resolving high-stakes gender and sexual discrimination disputes—balancing empathy with enforceability.

Why Choose ADR for Gender & Sexual Discrimination Claims?

  • Confidentiality – Protect employees, reputations, and brand integrity from public exposure

  • Sensitivity – Address identity-based harm with care and cultural fluency

  • Efficiency – Save time, legal fees, and avoid long discovery timelines

  • Flexibility – Allow for customized solutions beyond what courts typically order

  • Compliance – Support DEI and HR goals while resolving risk exposure

Who This Serves

  • Plaintiff attorneys representing LGBTQ+ and cisgender employees facing discrimination or retaliation

  • Defense counsel for employers navigating sensitive identity-based claims

  • In-house counsel and HR seeking resolution with minimal internal disruption

Types of Discrimination Cases Mediated or Arbitrated

  • Failure to hire, promote, or fairly compensate based on gender identity or expression

  • Workplace hostility or microaggressions toward LGBTQ+ employees

  • Retaliation following internal complaints or HR reports

  • Transgender employee discrimination, including misgendering or denial of accommodation

  • Disparate treatment or impact in performance reviews or team dynamics

  • Gender-based wage disparities under Equal Pay Act or state law

  • Intersectional claims involving race, religion, or disability

Why Counsel Trusts Alireza

For Plaintiffs:

Alireza creates space for clients to feel seen and respected while navigating complex legal issues. His trauma-informed, culturally sensitive approach helps facilitate resolution without minimizing harm.

For Employers:

Alireza brings structure, neutrality, and a risk-aware mindset. He guides parties through sensitive terrain while helping employers avoid EEOC charges, DFEH claims, or brand damage.

For Institutions:

From corporations to nonprofits and universities, Alireza supports organizational DEI goals by resolving identity-based complaints in a principled and private manner.

What Counsel Needs to Know

  • Legal Frameworks Covered

  • Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

  • California FEHA (Gov. Code § 12940 et seq.)

  • Equal Pay Act (Federal & California)

  • California Labor Code § 1102.5 (whistleblower retaliation)

  • Gender Recognition Act and accommodation rights

  • Municipal nondiscrimination ordinances

→ Why it matters: Alireza understands the evolving legal landscape, ensuring compliance while supporting resolution.

Why Choose Alireza Alivandivafa

  • 17+ Years of Employment & Civil Rights Law Experience

  • Culturally Fluent – LGBTQ+ competent, fluent in English, French, and German

  • Trusted Neutral – Panel Arbitrator & Mediator for AAA, Resolve Law LA, C.D. Cal, LASC MVP

  • Trauma-Informed & Resolution-Driven – Balancing empathy with legal precision

  • Strategic & Practical – Skilled in protecting clients while crafting sustainable solutions

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?

Resolve Discrimination Disputes with Clarity and Compassion

Alireza Alivandivafa offers the rare combination of cultural sensitivity, legal precision, and strategic calm to help resolve gender and sexuality-based workplace disputes efficiently and privately.

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“Mediating representative actions demands more than legal knowledge—it requires systems thinking, creative modeling, and long-term foresight.”