Legal Billing Clerk

Cosmich Simmons & Brown; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, dental, vision

401k plan

Life and disability plans

Job summary

A law firm is seeking a Legal Billing Clerk to assist with billing processes. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, at least two years of billing experience at a law firm, and strong skills in organization and communication. This full-time role offers a competitive compensation package with benefits like medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years of experience working in a billing role at a law firm.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and legal billing software is required.
• Experience in accounts receivable is essential.

Responsibilities

• Issue prebills to billing attorneys for initial monthly review.
• Process conflict checks on potential clients.
• Amend invoices for distribution.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Legal billing software

Coyote Analytics

Job description

Overview

Cosmich Simmons & Brown, PLLC, a law firm that represents clients in a variety of civil litigation matters, with a focus on toxic tort defense, commercial litigation, and product liability, has an immediate opening for a full-time Legal Billing Clerk in its Jackson, Mississippi office.

We are looking for a Billing Clerk who enjoys detailed work and can assist our billing attorneys in revising, processing, and issuing accurate billing every month in a timely manner. Experience in accounts receivable and consistent follow-up is essential. Candidates should have at least two years of experience with the billing process in a law firm, be meticulous and organized, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Issue prebills to billing attorneys for initial monthly review
• Process conflict checks on potential clients
• Open new client/matters in billing software
• Assist in various accounts receivables tasks
• Amend invoices with guidance from billing attorneys and finalize for distribution

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Must have at least two years of experience working in a billing role at a law firm
• Advanced computer proficiency, especially with MS Office, Excel, and legal billing software programs; electronic billing experience is preferred
• Ability to handle multiple projects at a time and consistently meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills are required

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience

• Legal billing: 1 year (Required)
• Coyote Analytics a PLUS, but not required
• Experience with Electronic Billing Platforms preferred
• Accounting: 1 year (Required)

Benefits

CSB offers a competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including free medical, dental, vision, life & disability plans, a 401k plan, and other benefits also available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSB will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Law Practice