Hybrid Legal Billing Specialist — Complex Invoicing & Growth

RIM Recruitment Professionals; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

RIM Recruitment Professionals in Chicago, IL seeks a Legal Billing Specialist to manage high-volume monthly billing, collaborate with attorneys, and ensure invoices meet client guidelines. The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and proficiency with eBilling tools in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in billing or accounting within legal or professional services, strong numerical skills, and excellent communication across departments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of billing or accounting experience (legal or professional services preferred).
• Familiarity with LEDES formats and eBilling platforms is a plus.
• Strong numerical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional communication skills and comfort initiating follow-up with attorneys.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and finalize prebills and monthly invoices.
• Interpret attorney billing preferences and client requirements.
• Submit electronic invoices through various eBilling platforms.
• Maintain accurate billing instructions and matter details in the system.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies or rejected eBills.
• Provide billing history, time-entry details, and other financial information as needed.
• Coordinate with attorneys, legal assistants, and internal teams to support revenue operations.
• Assist with expert, vendor, and matter-related billing documentation.
• Uphold confidentiality and accuracy in all billing activities.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with billing tools and processes.

Skills

Billing experience

Accounting

Tools

LEDES formats

eBilling platforms

Job description

RIM Recruitment Professionals in Chicago, IL seeks a Legal Billing Specialist to manage high-volume monthly billing, collaborate with attorneys, and ensure invoices meet client guidelines. The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and proficiency with eBilling tools in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in billing or accounting within legal or professional services, strong numerical skills, and excellent communication across departments.