Alireza Alivandivafa - Wage & Hour Mediation & Arbitration Services

Focused Dispute Resolution for FLSA & California Labor Code Claims

Wage and hour disputes can quickly escalate from a single employee complaint to a class or PAGA action with massive exposure. Whether you're representing employees seeking unpaid wages or defending a business facing alleged violations, Alireza Alivandivafa brings the experience, neutrality, and clarity needed to resolve wage and hour matters efficiently.

With over 17 years of employment law experience and a dual background as both plaintiff and defense counsel, Alireza offers strategic mediation and arbitration for wage-related disputes across California and beyond.

Why ADR for Wage & Hour Disputes?

These cases can involve high stakes, technical legal issues, and emotionally charged dynamics. Mediation or arbitration offers:

• Confidentiality – Keep sensitive payroll, policy, or classification issues out of public filings

• Efficiency – Avoid years of litigation and class certification battles

• Flexibility – Resolve PAGA claims, individual disputes, and hybrid claims in one global settlement

• Precision – Work with a neutral who understands the nuance of wage audits, classification, and statutory penalties

Who We Serve

• Plaintiff attorneys seeking a fair, fast path to backpay and penalties

• Defense counsel protecting companies from high-value wage claims and class/PAGA risk

• Corporate counsel needing to discreetly resolve internal or external wage exposure

Types of Wage & Hour Cases Mediated/Arbitrated

• Misclassification of employees (independent contractor vs. W-2)

• Overtime violations (daily and weekly)

• Off-the-clock work, missed meal and rest breaks

• Waiting time penalties under Labor Code §203

• Minimum wage violations and rounding issues

• FLSA collective actions

• California PAGA claims and representative actions

• Paystub violations under Labor Code §226

• Tip pooling and service charge disputes

• Piece-rate or commission-based pay structure disputes

• Expense Reimbursements under Labor Code §2802

Why Attorneys Retain Alireza

For Defense:

Alireza understands the cost and operational burden wage claims impose on employers—from regulatory scrutiny to employee morale. He brings structure and realism to the table, helping employers reach resolution without prolonged legal battles or reputational fallout.

For Plaintiffs:

Plaintiff-side attorneys trust Alireza’s ability to navigate group dynamics, validate worker experiences, and bring parties to resolution. He understands the urgency of wage recovery and creates settlement pathways that respect both the legal and human elements of the dispute.

What Counsel Should Know

Understanding the Legal Framework

Alireza regularly resolves claims under:

• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

• California Labor Code §§ 201–204, 226, 510, 512, 1194, 2802

• Wage Orders from the Industrial Welfare Commission (IWC)

• PAGA (Labor Code §2698 et seq.)

• Local minimum wage ordinances

➡ Why it matters: Technical expertise ensures proper valuation of damages, penalties, and settlement terms.

Common Resolution Considerations

• Calculation of regular rate, overtime, and double-time pay

• Settlement of class claims vs. PAGA penalties

• Allocation of claims between taxable and non-taxable portions

• Structured payment terms or reclassification implementation

• Global release language and court/judicial approval

➡ Why it matters: Wage & hour settlements often require court approval or compliance oversight—precision here avoids costly delays.

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, German; DEI-informed

Resolve with Confidence

Whether your case is just emerging or heading toward trial, Alireza brings the credibility, calm, and clarity needed to resolve retaliation and whistleblower disputes efficiently and effectively.

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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