Shipman & Goodwin LLP · 4 weeks ago
Legal Billing Specialist
Hartford, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expShipman & Goodwin LLP is committed to helping clients achieve their goals through effective knowledge management. The Legal Billing Specialist will be responsible for processing billing, ensuring compliance with billing policies, and coordinating with attorneys and clients for efficient billing practices.
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Responsibilities
Follow all documented billing policies and procedures ensuring Firm standards and guidelines are met
Process monthly billing, including specialized and non-standard billing, for selected attorneys and/or client groups and follow Outside Counsel Guidelines when applicable
Monitor assigned billing attorney’s WIP aging and raise concerns of matters not being timely billed with the Billing Manager
Review prebills/bills that should be billed electronically. Content should follow specific e-billing guidelines and rules; submit bills through BillBlast or forward to E-Billing Manager for further processing
Coordinate with E-Billing Manager and assist with appeals if necessary for e-billed matters
Prepare specialized documents/spreadsheets as requested by billing attorneys and/or clients
Perform quality checks on client bills prior to posting. Attention to, and knowledge of, bill formats and presentation of paper bills, and negotiated rate agreements such as monthly retainer billing, fixed fee arrangements, and volume discounts
Work effectively with all members of the Firm to achieve common goals and positive results
Qualification
Required
Associates Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of 3 to 5 years' of experience with billing, electronic billing, accounting and administration
Advanced computer skills in time and billing software (CMS), EIS, Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook and Word)
Ability to work independently and perform well under pressure, multi task daily, and meet all deadlines
Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with clients, Firm staff and attorneys
Must have excellent organizational skills and demonstrate accuracy on work performed
Adapt well to change and new ideas
Willing to take on new responsibilities; take initiative to improve areas of weakness and build on current skills
Able to thrive in a continuous learning environment
Billing: 3 years (Required)
Preferred
Law firm or other professional services billing experience preferred
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Company
Shipman & Goodwin LLP
Shipman’s value lies in our commitment -- to our clients, to the profession and to the community.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Aaron Levy
Partner
Alfredo G. Fernández
Partner
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