Experienced Neutral for Dispute Resolution

Alireza Alivandivafa: Successfully Resolving Disputes Since 2007

Based in Los Angeles, California, Alireza Alivandivafa boasts over 17 years of successful experience in resolving both domestic and international disputes. Specializing in employment law, civil rights, personal injury, premises liability, product liability, wrongful death, legal malpractice, disability insurance, and aviation litigation, Alireza has garnered a proven track record of representing plaintiffs, defendants, individuals, and businesses. His comprehensive understanding of the dynamics and dedication required for effective dispute resolution makes him a valuable advocate for his clients.

Alireza Alivandivafa is a distinguished attorney renowned for his exceptional legal representation across a broad spectrum of issues. Recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2019 to 2024, he holds admission to practice before all California courts.

Alireza completed his undergraduate studies at UCLA, graduating with a B.A. in Political Science and German in 2003. He subsequently earned his Juris Doctor degree from Tulane University Law School in 2007, complemented by a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and coursework in Comparative Law at the University of Cambridge.

Having excelled in Alternative Dispute Resolution since his law school days, Alireza is deeply committed to facilitating solutions that efficiently resolve disputes while fostering progress. Coming from an immigrant background and a family immersed in small business, he possesses a profound understanding of the intricacies of industries such as automotive, restaurant, and medical fields, enabling him to offer effective solutions to a diverse array of challenges.

Since 2009, Alireza has maintained a private practice specializing in employment and civil rights litigation. Additionally, he serves as a mediator, a role he has held since 2011, leveraging his expertise in employment and civil rights, trial, and class action law cultivated over 17 years.

Beyond his legal career, Alireza is an accomplished pilot and avid traveler. Serving on the Board of Directors for Plus One Flyers, Inc., and volunteering as a Command Pilot for Angel Flight West, he demonstrates his commitment to serving the community through medical transport for those in need.

With over 1,000 flight hours and extensive global travel experience exceeding 3 million miles, Alireza possesses a profound understanding of the aviation industry, enabling him to navigate disputes with expertise and compassion. Moreover, his track record includes successfully managing high-stakes personal injury litigation, reflecting his unwavering commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for his clients.

Alireza’s multicultural upbringing and passion for exploration have profoundly shaped his ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds. Fluent in three languages (English, French & German) and having visited nearly 100 countries, he possesses a unique ability to bridge cultural divides and foster harmonious relationships between parties. His dedication to the legal profession, coupled with his extensive experience in mediation, business, and insurance disputes, ensures that he approaches every case with both expertise and empathy, making him a standout among his peers.

Additionally, with nearly 100 cases mediated and memberships on both the Central District of California and Resolve L.A. panels, Alireza's commitment to the mediation process is unparalleled. As an expert in labor and employment law, with trial and published appellate experience, he also mediates serious personal injury and aviation matters. His dedication to mediation began before his legal career, with training at the International Summer School for Dispute Resolution in Berlin, reflecting his steadfast commitment to the process and craft of mediation.