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Billing Coordinator - Birmingham, AL
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Generating pre-bills for review by the respective attorneys and ensuring any necessary edits are made prior to billing.
- Generating bills from corrected pre-bills using various bill formats and in accordance with matter-specific billing instructions.
- Generating electronic bills using the appropriate bill format.
- Communicating changes for client and matter information (address, contact, rates, bill format, etc.) and ensuring such changes are made timely and correctly.
- Responding on an ad hoc basis to inquiries regarding billing activity for different matters.
- Creating summarized reports outlining activities on matters during the period covered.
- Following up on unapplied cash/on account fees/on account disbursements and trust balances to ensure appropriate and timely resolution.
- Other responsibilities as requested.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members.
- Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
- Commitment to outstanding client service.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Some overtime required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma required, college degree desired.
- Two or more years related experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Time and Billing software knowledge desirable
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Litigation Paralegal - Montgomery, AL
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support substantive legal division processes by performing key job functions such as drafting and/or reviewing legal documentation and correspondence with minimal attorney supervision.
- Prepare for and coordinate litigation proceedings, monitor litigation caseload, and assist with pre-trial discovery and trial preparation.
- Manage litigation holds, document reviews, and document production.
- Assist with development and implementation of efficient workflows relating to document review and other aspects of case management.
- Coordinate document discovery including processing, scanning, coding, review and production.
- Organize and maintain legal documentation.
- Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Willingness to learn about complex processes and related documentation, and to analyze and review documents.
- Ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines.
- Position requires a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, professionalism and judgment.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Some overtime may be required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of two to three years work experience as a litigation paralegal.
- Advanced knowledge of court system and e-filing procedures required.
- A Bachelor degree in Legal Studies, Criminal Justice or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be acquired and/or Certification as a Paralegal.