About Nima Shivayi

Nima Shivayi is an experienced attorney who provides dedicated representation to individuals throughout California in employment-related and litigation matters. His specific practice areas include, but are not limited to:

Employment Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation: Assisting individuals who have experienced discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in the workplace.

Wrongful Termination: Representing individuals who believe they have been wrongfully terminated from their employment.

Disability Accommodations and Leaves of Absence: Providing guidance and support to employees regarding disability accommodations and leaves of absence.

Protection for Whistleblowers: Assisting individuals who have reported illegal activities within their organization and faced retaliation as a result.

Review and Negotiation of Employment Agreements: Helping individuals review and negotiate executive/employment agreements, severance agreements, and other employment-related contracts.

Employment Classification Issues: Assisting individuals in addressing issues related to employee classification, such as independent contractor misclassification.

Wage and Hour Issues: Representing employees in cases involving unpaid overtime, meal and rest break violations, and other wage and hour concerns.

Class Actions: Handling class action lawsuits related to employment law matters.

With a background in representing employers for the majority of his legal career, Nima Shivayi brings a unique perspective to representing employees facing workplace problems or wrongful termination. With over twenty years of exclusive practice in employment law and litigation, much of that at large national law firms and boutique firms, he is well-versed in determining the appropriate approach for each case, whether it involves aggressive litigation or civil negotiations with the employer to address ongoing workplace issues. The clients' rights and interests are his top concern and priority. He personally makes himself available to clients, listens to their concerns, and keeps them informed throughout the entire legal process.

In addition to representing individuals, Nima Shivayi also offers advice and counseling services to employers and small business owners. This includes effectively addressing performance issues, handling adverse employment actions, conducting workplace investigations, providing training on various topics, such as harassment, and assisting in formulating employment policies or drafting employee handbooks/manuals.

Nima Shivayi strives to provide the highest quality legal representation and always acts in the best interests of his clients, whether they are individuals or employers.

In terms of professional associations, Nima Shivayi is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the California Employment Lawyers Association, and the Iranian American Lawyers Association.

 

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Wrongful Termination
Posted by anonymous
June 03, 2025
Hired Attorney Nima Shivayi

I highly recommend Nima Shivayi. From my first interactions with Nima, it was clear that I was speaking with someone who was not just extremely knowledgeable concerning the many layers of employment law that were at play in my case, but that he also, critically, carried a deep understanding of both the employee’s and the employer’s perspectives and that unique ability was invaluable. Nima reviewed my case in deep detail, carefully connected each incident with each specific legal area of concern and from there he establish my legal standing across the entirety of my case. Ultimately, with Nima’s very clear input and patient outlining of the potential pros, cons, risks and vulnerability of each possible next step, I was able to make a well informed decision about how to proceed. With Nima’s excellent support at each juncture, I successfully negotiated for a better severance that was ultimately 10 time larger than originally offered. I am very thankful to have found Nima.

 
Wrongful Termination
Posted by anonymous
June 05, 2023
Hired Attorney Nima Shivayi

I found Mr. Shivayi after being wrongfully terminated from my former employer. After speaking with several of those cookie-cutter law firms that promise million dollar settlements without having even looked at your case, my wife reached out to a former colleague for a referral. Mr. Shivayi came highly recommended, but I was still a bit unsure…until I spoke with him on the phone. He looked at all the evidence I had and only then did he agree to take me on as a client. He made no guarantees other than that he thought I had a good case and that he would fight for me. Mr. Shivayi was diligent, hardworking, and persistent in fighting for my rights, and obtained a favorable pre-lawsuit settlement for me. I could not be happier with him and his services! If you want results, he’s the one you need to see. Thank you, Nima

 
Labor and Employment
Posted by anonymous
June 05, 2023
Hired Attorney Nima Shivayi

I am very satisfied with the way my lawyer Nima Shivayi handled my case. I was not sure if I had a very strong case and other lawyers had not taken my case. But Nima took it and by following the case every week, he got me a good result and made me very happy. I would recommend him to all my friends and family. Thank you Nima for all you have done for me.

 
Labor and Employment
Posted by anonymous
June 05, 2023
Hired Attorney Nima Shivayi

Nima Shivayi was able to assist me at a time when I truly needed the assistance. Losing a job is stressful enough, especially when the situation leaves you with legal questions. Nima was not only able to answer all of my questions, but he fought very hard for me. He is excellent at communicating with clients and the opposing side. His knowledge base is outstanding, and he has an innate ability to think outside of the box. I was very pleased with the results and outcome of my case. I highly recommend Nima to all others seeking dedicated counsel to advocate for their needs.

 
Employment Contracts
Posted by anonymous
June 05, 2023
Hired Attorney Nima Shivayi

Nima Shivayi was a godsend when I needed him most. Between the holidays, on December 28th, I got a surprise notice that I was being terminated from a highly lucrative position. I was referred to Nima through a mutual acquaintance and I called him as soon as I got his contact info, as time was of the essence. Despite the holidays, Nima called me back promptly, took my meeting on short notice, and went to work right away. Not only did he calm my nerves and help me navigate the separation professionally, he also helped me negotiate a severance over 10x the price of his services. Cheers to a job well done, sir.

 
Legal Separation
Posted by JR
June 05, 2023
Hired Attorney Nima Shivayi

I recently engaged Nima Shivayi to provide legal counsel on California labor and contract law to assist me in negotiating an Executive Separation Agreement and General Release from a foreign national corporation. I found his expertise and guidance to be extremely valuable in concluding negotiations fairly and amicably.

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Areas of Law

  • Labor and Employment 10
    • Human Resources Law
    • Whistleblower Litigation
    • Sexual Harassment
    • Wrongful Termination
    • Family and Medical Leave Act
    • Discrimination
    • Americans with Disabilities Act
    • Employment Contracts
    • Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA)
    • Wage and Hour Law
  • Other 2
    • Employment Litigation - Employees/Plaintiffs
    • Advice and Counseling Services for Employers

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2002, California
    U.S. District Court Central District of California
    U.S. District Court Southern District of California
    U.S. District Court Northern District of California
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of California, Hastings College of the Law
    Class of 2001
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of California at Irvine
    Class of 1997
    B.A.
    Political Science, Psychology

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9891 Irvine Center Drive, Suite 200Irvine, CA 92618U.S.A.

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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Nima Shivayi was admitted in 2002 to the State of California.
  • Does this attorney speak any other languages?
    Nima Shivayi speaks Farsi.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Nima Shivayi attended University of California, Hastings College of the Law.