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Work History
Education
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Awards
Extracurriculars
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Sarah Y. Kharrazi

Scottsdale,Arizona

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in legal support, case management, and public service. Passionate about pursuing a career in law to advocate for fairness, resolve complex issues, and serve the community with integrity.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Lien Resolution Specialist

Torgenson Law
09.2024 - Current
  • Manage complex medical lien and reimbursement negotiations.
  • Collaborate with attorneys to ensure accurate lien resolution.
  • Track cases using Casepeer software; ensure documentation accuracy.
  • Uphold legal compliance in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

Surgical Admissions Coordinator

Star Surgery Center
03.2024 - Current
  • Verified patient identity and insurance information before admission for surgery; explained required legal documents for the process
  • Confirmed and authorized insurance coverage, and collected payments when necessary
  • Managed phone communications, including answering calls, relaying messages, and contacting patients
  • Audited completed case charts for accuracy and compliance, and communicated pertinent concerns to medical staff promptly

Constituent Services Intern

Office of U.S. Senator Mark Kelly
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Supported constituents in person at the Phoenix office and represented the Senator’s office professionally on the phone
  • Managed case intake and relevant documentation for active cases
  • Assisted caseworkers in coordinating with federal agency liaisons regarding ongoing matters
  • Sorted and efficiently managed incoming mail, and represented the Senator at outreach events to promote services

Law Student Intern

Department of Labor - PBSD SOL
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted legal research on ERISA and related regulations while reviewing and analyzing retirement plan documents.
  • Assisted attorneys in drafting legal documents, including briefs and memoranda, and preparing case summaries for communication
  • Organized and tracked case file issues using data management systems, and participated in team meetings on current cases
  • Supported administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars

Human Resources Intern

Star Clinic
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Advised the clinic on up-to-date state and federal laws while educating staff on their rights, responsibilities, and benefits
  • Assisted in background checks for potential employees and ensure compliance with regulations
  • Managed the implementation of new technology through improved staffing, training and communication with employee

Congressional Intern for Congressman Jimmy Panetta

The 20th Congressional District Office
09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Engaged with constituents by answering phone calls, assisting with grievances in the office, and directing inquiries to the appropriate offices
  • Documented interactions in the official district database to ensure accurate record-keeping
  • Wrote weekly memos on local and global issues for the Congressman, highlighting key developments and local non-profit organizations

Filing Intern

The Keller Law Group
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Organized and reviewed client records on a case-to-case basis
  • Created itemized spreadsheets outlining further action required
  • Reviewed what legal documents have been signed and filed through the

Education

B.A. - Environmental Studies; Concentration Global Env. Justice

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2023

B.A. - Politics

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
12.2023

Skills

  • Legal research and writing (case management and research software)
  • Case management and document organization
  • Critical thinking and analytical reasoning
  • Attention to detail and legal compliance
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Time management and adaptability in fast-paced environments
  • Languages: English and Farsi (fluent), Spanish (intermediate)

Language Skills

Native in English
Native in Farsi
Intermediate Spanish

Awards

UC Santa Cruz Dean’s Honors List (September 2019- December 2023)

Extracurriculars

UC Santa Cruz Club Tennis team Player (October 2021 - May 2023)

Timeline

Lien Resolution Specialist

Torgenson Law
09.2024 - Current

Surgical Admissions Coordinator

Star Surgery Center
03.2024 - Current

Constituent Services Intern

Office of U.S. Senator Mark Kelly
01.2024 - 05.2024

Law Student Intern

Department of Labor - PBSD SOL
09.2023 - 12.2023

Human Resources Intern

Star Clinic
07.2022 - 09.2022

Congressional Intern for Congressman Jimmy Panetta

The 20th Congressional District Office
09.2021 - 03.2022

Filing Intern

The Keller Law Group
07.2021 - 09.2021

B.A. - Politics

University of California, Santa Cruz

B.A. - Environmental Studies; Concentration Global Env. Justice

University of California, Santa Cruz