Irina Rodney

Irina Rodney
Regional Hearing Team Lead
Legal Operations • Case Management • Training & Compliance
hello@irina.help

Results-driven Legal Operations Leader with deep expertise in scaling high-volume case management, building and developing high-performing teams, and driving process excellence and compliance in complex legal environments. Rapidly advanced from case manager to Regional Hearing Team Lead while creating firm-wide training programs that improve onboarding speed and sustain performance. Trilingual (English, Ukrainian, Russian) with a strong paralegal foundation and proven ability to coordinate stakeholders, optimize workflows, and deliver measurable outcomes. Currently preparing for law school and the LSAT. Open to senior opportunities in legal operations, compliance, training, or case management leadership.

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Career Highlights

465+
Claims Managed

Full-cycle SSDI/SSI appeals leadership

200+
Favorable Decisions

Fully favorable hearing outcomes delivered

Firm-wide Training

Built scalable onboarding & development programs

Regional Leadership

Operations, compliance & stakeholder coordination

Professional Recognition

"Your dedication and commitment to our clients have clearly made a significant impact. Your ability to explain complex legal matters in a way that is understandable and reassuring has not gone unnoticed. The way you handle your responsibilities with grace and professionalism is truly commendable."

Jason M. Turkish, Esq., President & Managing Partner, Nyman Turkish PC

Additional endorsements from senior leadership (Department Chair, Director of Process Excellence, Director of Hearing Operations) and a detailed client testimonial highlight Irina's exceptional client advocacy, clear communication, and ability to exceed role expectations.

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Experience

Regional Hearing Team Lead

Nyman Turkish PC — Roseville, CA (Hybrid/Remote)
  • Directed oversight of 89 active ALJ hearing claims (64 not yet scheduled hearings), preparing 100–150 hearings per month across the full appeals lifecycle from medical evidence coordination through post-decision award processing.
  • Developed step-by-step training materials and programs for new hearing team hires that improve onboarding efficiency and process consistency.
  • Led firm-wide compliance through audits, deadline tracking (5-day letters, briefs, medical records), and timely submissions to ensure case closures and hearing readiness.
  • Oversaw high-volume monthly throughput of 100–150+ SSDI/SSI hearings while maintaining quality benchmarks and regional operational excellence.
  • Served as the primary operational liaison between attorneys, medical providers, and clients to ensure case integrity and hearing readiness.
April 2025 – Present
Promoted October 2025

Hearing Case Manager

Nyman Turkish PC — Remote
  • Led full-lifecycle management of 465+ SSDI/SSI claims and appeals, coordinating medical records, preparing claimants for ALJ hearings, and processing award notices.
  • Achieved 200+ fully favorable hearing decisions and 27 partial wins through meticulous evidence development and strategic case advocacy.
  • Coordinated with hearing offices and SSA to secure attorney fees and close cases.
February 2023 – March 2025

Pre-Hearing Case Manager

Nyman Turkish PC — On-site
  • Established and organized case files and medical evidence for high-volume SSDI/SSI claims to prepare them for SSA submission and processing.
  • Ensured accurate and complete documentation across a high-volume caseload, supporting efficient intake and claims processing workflows.
September 2022 – February 2023

CALDR Disability Advocate

Self-Employed
  • Directed SSDI/SSI application and appeal filings, drafting position statements and representing clients throughout the administrative process.
  • Successfully represented clients in state fair hearings for IHSS and Medi-Cal/Medicaid, preparing position statements and advocating at administrative hearings.
  • Conducted legal research and compliance reviews; coordinated with medical providers to strengthen claims and improve approval outcomes.
2014 – May 2022

Paralegal

Law Offices of Peter Cianchetta — Sacramento, CA
  • Drafted legal motions, correspondence, and court documents; conducted legal research and managed discovery calendars.
  • Coordinated with clients and opposing counsel to maintain case momentum and meet court deadlines.
2010 – 2013

Education

Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice Administration

University of Phoenix
August 2025

Associate of Arts, Paralegal Studies (ABA Approved)

MTI College
2004 – 2006
Law School & LSAT Preparation

Advancing toward a J.D. to deepen expertise in legal operations, compliance, and advocacy leadership. LSAT scheduled for November 2026.

Core Competencies

LEADERSHIP
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Staff Onboarding & Training
  • Performance Coaching
  • Cross-functional Coordination
OPERATIONS
  • Legal Operations Management
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Process Improvement
  • Quality Assurance & Compliance
CASE MANAGEMENT
  • SSDI/SSI Appeals
  • ALJ Hearing Preparation
  • Medical Evidence Coordination
  • Full-Cycle Case Management
  • Award Notice Processing
TECHNOLOGY
  • Microsoft 365 / Outlook
  • Google Workspace
  • DocuSign
  • Legal Practice Platforms
  • SSA Systems & Case Mgmt Tools
KEY PLATFORMS & TOOLS

Languages

English

Native

Ukrainian

Fluent

Russian

Fluent

Available for Leadership Opportunities

Open to senior roles in legal operations, case management leadership, compliance, training & development, and related positions. Let's connect to explore how I can contribute to your team's success.

Email
hello@irina.help
Phone
(916) 578-1989
LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/irinarodney
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Developing people. Improving processes. Delivering better outcomes for legal teams.