Legal Billing Manager

Overview

• Lead billing operations for a law firm, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with client billing guidelines.
• Manage electronic billing platforms, overseeing invoice submissions and resolving billing discrepancies effectively.
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and internal teams to maintain seamless billing processes.
• Supervise billing specialists, fostering a professional and productive team environment.
• Optimize billing workflows and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with LEDES formatting standards and corporate legal department billing requirements.
• Support financial reporting and assist with accounts receivable management and collections.
• Stay updated on e-billing industry trends and train staff on best practices.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee law firm billing operations, ensuring timely and accurate invoice generation.
• Manage electronic billing submissions through platforms like Collaborati, CounselLink, and TyMetrix 360.
• Resolve billing inquiries and disputes with clients and attorneys professionally.
• Supervise billing specialists, providing training and performance evaluations.
• Prepare billing reports to track revenue and identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with client billing guidelines and maintain accurate billing records.
• Coordinate with IT and software vendors to troubleshoot billing platform issues.
• Support month-end and year-end financial reporting processes.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of billing management experience in a law firm setting.
• Proficiency in e-billing platforms like Collaborati, CounselLink, and TyMetrix 360.
• Strong knowledge of LEDES file formats and electronic billing compliance.
• Experience with accounts receivable management and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Operational leadership and team management experience.
• Ability to implement process improvements and optimize billing workflows.