Legal Billing Supervisor

Title: Legal Billing SupervisorLocation: Chicago, IL 60606Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PMHybrid: The position will start off 100% in office, with ability to go hybridPay: $50/hour, with flexibilityContract: 3+ months - there is a vacancy in the role, so there is potential to be brought onRequirements: Experience with Aderant, legal billing, and managing a teamOverview:The Legal Billing Supervisor will oversee the firm’s billing operations, including pre-bill and final billing cycles, electronic billing submissions, client billing guidelines, and accounts receivable activity. This individual will also provide leadership and support to a team of four billing professionals while helping improve workflows and maximize the efficiency of the billing function.Responsibilities:Supervise, train, and mentor a team of four billing professionalsOversee and execute monthly pre-bill and final billing cycles, ensuring accuracy and timely completionReview attorney time entries, disbursement charges, and cost sheets for compliance with firm policies and client billing guidelinesManage complex legal billing structures, including flat-fee arrangements, patent and trademark prosecution billing, and multi-matter client invoicingManage electronic billing submissions through third-party platforms, including Legal Tracker, Corridor, and CounselLinkTroubleshoot rejected invoices, appeal guideline reductions, and resolve billing discrepancies with client accounting departmentsCollaborate with accounting and administrative teams to improve billing processes and workflowsLeverage legal billing software to increase efficiency and reduce accounts receivable daysMonitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on overdue accounts with attorneys and clientsAssist with collections management and additional responsibilities as assigned by leadershipQualifications:Prior experience in legal billing and electronic billing (e-billing)Strong hands-on experience with Aderant software requiredPrevious experience supervising or leading a small team requiredKnowledge of complex legal billing guidelines and client-specific billing requirementsMust be comfortable working fully onsite