Billing Assistant

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP seeks a Legal Billing Assistant for its Accounting Department in Columbia, SC. You will support attorneys and staff by managing billing requests, preparing invoices, and ensuring accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of billing experience, preferably in a law firm, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential as you collaborate across teams to deliver exceptional

Qualifications

• 3+ years of billing experience in a professional setting.
• Billing experience at a law firm is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume billing inbox and review/edits for accuracy.
• Prepare and edit invoices according to client and matter requirements.
• Coordinate with attorneys and administrative staff to address billing requests and ensure timely processing.

Skills

Billing experience

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Nelson Mullins, an AmLaw 100 law firm, is seeking a Legal Billing Assistant to join its Accounting Department in the Columbia, South Carolina office. This role offers the opportunity to support attorneys and legal professionals across the firm's national platform while contributing to the delivery of exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and play an important role in ensuring accurate and timely billing operations.

A Day in the Life

In this role, you will support the firm's billing function by managing a high-volume inbox, editing, and preparing invoices, and assisting with billing requests from attorneys and administrative professionals. You will communicate with internal stakeholders to address billing needs, ensure accuracy and compliance with client requirements, and help facilitate timely invoice processing. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organization, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service in a deadline-driven environment.

We Know You

The ideal candidate brings professional billing experience and a customer-focused approach to supporting attorneys and internal clients. This individual is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.

• Minimum of 3 years of billing experience; law firm experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work collaboratively within a team environment, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Who We Are

With more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, e-discovery professionals and other business professionals across offices in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world.