Sinars Slowikowski LLC · 18 hours ago
Legal Billing Specialist
Chicago,IL,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
4+ years expSinars Slowikowski LLC is a mid-size Chicago law firm seeking a highly organized and detail-driven Legal Billing Specialist to join their team. This role is responsible for preparing, auditing, and submitting accurate invoices in compliance with client billing guidelines, while supporting the billing team through various invoicing tasks.
ConsultingLaw EnforcementLegal
Responsibilities
Provide direct support to the billing team and Billing/Accounting Management
Set up new clients and matters for billing, including ensuring compliance with client-specific billing guidelines and requirements
Draft, audit, edit, and distribute pre-bills and invoice drafts for review
Incorporate edits and revisions provided by bill reviewers in the billing system
Create invoice summaries and detailed invoice reports as needed
Organize and process expenses and supporting documentation for invoicing and submission to clients and/or insurance carriers
Prepare and submit e-billing invoices through client portals in a timely manner, including:
Setting up e-billing matters in client-specific portals (including mapping matters, rate approvals, and timekeeper approvals)
Editing and verifying LEDES billing formats as needed (including client case/claim numbers and required fields)
Monitoring invoice status, verifying compliance and acceptance, and tracking submission outcomes
Providing ongoing updates regarding invoice rejections, adjustments, and appeals
Read, interpret, and apply client billing guidelines and outside counsel requirements to ensure compliance
Assist with setting up and maintaining budgets for client companies, as applicable
Update billing and accounting reports based on monthly and quarterly invoicing activity
Communicate regularly with the Billing Manager and Accounting Manager regarding billing status, rejections, and action items
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
4+ years of law firm billing experience (insurance defense preferred)
Experience drafting, auditing, and submitting invoices in compliance with billing guidelines
E-billing/LEDES experience and ability to resolve rejections and adjustments
Advanced Excel and strong Microsoft Office skills
Strong organization, communication, and ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team
Preferred
Prior insurance defense law firm billing experience
Prior law firm accounting or accounts receivable experience
Experience with e-billing platforms and LEDES invoicing
Benefits
Comprehensive medical insurance plans (PPO, PPO HSA (with an HSA contribution up to $2000), and HMO provided by BCBSIL)
Dental insurance plans (PPO and HMO provided by Guardian)
Vision insurance plans (PPO provided by EyeMed)
Access to a retirement savings plan (We match 100% of the first 3% of salary deferral plus 50% of the next 2% of salary deferral)
Paid time off (PTO)
Parental leave
Commuter benefits
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Accidental death coverage
Other leave programs
Company
Sinars Slowikowski LLC
With offices in Illinois, Missouri, and Texas, Sinars Slowikowski is dedicated to defending product manufacturers, premises owners, distributors and contractors in all aspects of civil litigation, including product liability and toxic tort claims.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Douglas Sinars
Partner
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