Senior Legal Billing Specialist
Kahana Feld · San Diego, CA · 4 days ago
Accounting$33–$38/hrFull-time
Duties And Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and process monthly pre-bills and final invoices in accordance with firm and client guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with insurance carrier billing guidelines, including task-based billing formats such as LEDES and UTBMS.
- Submit and track electronic invoices through various e-billing platforms (e.g., BillBlast, TyMetrix, CounselLink, Legal Tracker).
- Resolve billing discrepancies and rejected invoices in collaboration with attorneys, clients, and accounting.
- Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on unpaid invoices as needed.
- Aid attorneys with time entry corrections and adjustments to ensure accurate billing.
- Maintain accurate billing records, reports, and client billing requirements.
- Serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and third-party vendors.
- Train and mentor junior billing staff as needed.
- Communicate with 3rd party payers to resolve billing/payment discrepancies.
- Process appeals in eBilling portals as required.
- Provide timely and effective customer service to internal and external clients.
- Create and send invoices and supporting documentation to clients.
- Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
Requirements
- 5+ years of legal billing experience with a focus on insurance defense.
- Strong understanding of insurance carrier billing guidelines and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with billing software such as Aderant, Elite, or similar.
- Experience with e-billing platforms like BillBlast, Legal Tracker, CounselLink, Legal Tracker.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
- Familiarity with LEDES and UTBMS codes is essential.
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
Benefits
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Pay
$33.00 - $38.00/hour
Schedule
Hybrid Work Schedule: 8:30am - 5:30pm Monday-Friday. Occasional weekends and holidays.