Wrongful Termination Mediation & Arbitration Services

Specialized Mediation & Arbitration in Employment & Labor Law: Wrongful Termination (State & Federal)

Resolve workplace disputes with efficiency, experience, and insight.

Whether you're representing an employee, defending an employer, or protecting corporate interests—Alireza Alivandivafa offers the balanced, pragmatic guidance needed to resolve wrongful termination claims swiftly and strategically.

With over 17 years of experience as a litigator, mediator, and arbitrator, Alireza has deep expertise in resolving high-stakes disputes across California and the U.S. He brings a unique dual lens to the table: that of a former trial attorney and a neutral committed to fairness, discretion, and results.

Why Mediation & Arbitration for Wrongful Termination Cases?

Wrongful termination disputes are rarely just about employment law—they're about reputations, compliance, risk exposure, and often, emotion. Choosing mediation or arbitration offers:

• Confidentiality – Avoid public scrutiny, especially when dealing with internal HR matters or sensitive allegations.

• Efficiency – Save time and legal fees compared to prolonged litigation.

• Flexibility – Craft creative outcomes that courts cannot provide.

• Expert Evaluation – Choose a neutral who understands the technical and emotional dimensions of employment disputes.

A Tailored Approach for Every Role

For Defendants:

Alireza understands the cost, operational burden, and reputational risk that employment claims present. He brings structure, neutrality, and realism to negotiations—prioritizing settlement frameworks that protect your client’s bottom line and avoid future claims. His ability to handle sensitive internal dynamics makes him a trusted partner for general counsel and HR professionals alike.

For Plaintiffs:

With years of experience representing employees in wrongful termination, discrimination, and retaliation cases, Alireza knows how to create space for your client’s voice to be heard—while still facilitating resolution. His understanding of emotional trauma and workplace power imbalances leads to empathetic yet efficient resolution pathways, particularly in cases involving constructive discharge or pretextual terminations.

For Corporate Counsel:

Alireza partners with in-house legal departments to resolve wrongful termination and whistleblower complaints discreetly and cost-effectively. He respects corporate sensitivities and compliance pressures, and brings a no-nonsense approach to helping you manage risk while minimizing business disruption.

Types of Wrongful Termination Cases Mediated:

• Retaliation (e.g., whistleblowers, protected complaints)

• Discrimination (race, gender, disability, age, religion)

• ADA / FEHA / CFRA Violations

• Constructive discharge / hostile work environment

• Wage & hour retaliation

• Leaves of absence and accommodations

• Executive/contractual disputes

Why Choose Alternative Dispute Resolution for Wrongful Termination Matters?

Wrongful termination claims—whether rooted in state or federal law—can be complex, emotionally charged, and publicly sensitive. Mediation or arbitration offers a streamlined, private way to resolve disputes efficiently and strategically, while preserving relationships and mitigating risk.

Alireza Alivandivafa brings over 17 years of litigation and ADR experience to employment cases across California and beyond. He has successfully handled wrongful termination disputes as both a plaintiff’s advocate and defense counsel—giving him the rare ability to anticipate and bridge both perspectives in mediation or arbitration.

What Counsel Needs to Know (and Why It Matters)

Understanding the Legal Landscape

Whether the claim involves:

• FEHA retaliation or discrimination (Gov. Code §12940)

• CFRA/FMLA interference

• Whistleblower retaliation (Labor Code §§ 1102.5, 98.6)

• Public policy violations (Tameny claims)

• Federal statutes like Title VII, ADA, ADEA

➡ Why it matters: A neutral with deep legal fluency ensures your client’s claims or defenses are fully understood, helping to reach realistic valuation and enforceable resolution.

Confidentiality Is Key

Mediation is protected under:

• California Evidence Code §§ 1115–1128

• Federal Rule of Evidence 408

➡ Why it matters: Whether you're protecting trade secrets, personnel decisions, or reputational risk—confidentiality helps your client avoid unnecessary discovery, public records, or precedents.

Strategic Case Resolution

• Emotional distress, backpay/front pay, punitive damages

• Tax allocation (W-2 vs. 1099)

• Constructive discharge valuation

• Severance structuring and COBRA/benefits continuation

➡ Why it matters: These nuanced components can make or break a deal—and Alireza ensures they’re not overlooked.

Tailored Settlement Structuring

• Wrongful termination often isn’t “one-size-fits-all.” Alireza helps navigate:

• Global settlements (including wage/hour, harassment, retaliation)

• Release language that balances enforceability and approval

• Structured payments or non-monetary relief

➡ Why it matters: Courts may reject poorly drafted settlements; Alireza brings the precision needed to avoid months of rework.

Virtual and In-Person Flexibility

• Zoom-based ADR sessions across California & nationwide

• Secure online document sharing

• In-person mediation available in Los Angeles & San Diego

➡ Why it matters: ADR should work with your timeline—not against it. Alireza provides seamless, secure access wherever your team is based.

When Arbitration is Preferred

• For wrongful termination matters where parties prefer finality and enforceability, arbitration offers:

• Neutral, trial-tested adjudication

• Narrowed discovery and efficient hearings

• Binding awards enforceable under FAA & CAA

➡ Why it matters: Sometimes mediation alone isn’t enough. When a final decision is required, Alireza serves as a seasoned, impartial arbitrator who understands employment law at its deepest levels.

Why Legal Teams Choose Alireza

• Plaintiff & Defense Experience – Strategic empathy + exposure analysis

• Employment Law Specialist – FEHA, Title VII, FMLA, ADA, CFRA, SOX

• Trial-Tested – Knows how juries think and what drives verdicts

• Panel Arbitrator & Mediator – AAA | ICDR | C.D. Cal | Resolve LA

• Cultural Competence – Fluent in 3 languages; seasoned in DEI

• Client-Centered – Adaptable, focused, and resolution-driven

Whether you're defending a startup or representing a terminated executive, Alireza brings the legal depth, emotional intelligence, and procedural control needed to resolve even the most challenging wrongful termination disputes.

Locations Served

Alireza offers virtual 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 early in litigation or preparing for trial, Alireza offers the clarity, calm, and subject-matter experience to resolve wrongful termination disputes efficiently.

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