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Description We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Overland Park, Kansas. This position requires an individual with strong organizational and communication skills to provide essential support to attorneys and ensure smooth billing and collections operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and demonstrate initiative in handling multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and organize client files, including conflict checks, setting up and maintaining electronic records, and uploading necessary documents into the firm’s document management system.

• Generate client invoices using legal billing software, collaborate with attorneys to ensure accuracy, and make necessary revisions prior to final submission.

• Process and post client payments in compliance with trust guidelines and firm accounting rules.

• Monitor accounts receivable, prepare monthly reports, and follow up with collections correspondence or calls as needed.

• Participate in regular meetings with attorneys and management to report on billing and collections progress.

• Ensure confidentiality of client and attorney information while maintaining professionalism in all communications.

• Represent the firm by obtaining and sharing relevant information with clients, colleagues, and case teams.

• Assist with other administrative and billing-related tasks as assigned, ensuring deadlines are consistently met.

• Utilize office equipment and software proficiently, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and billing tools.

• Support attorneys and the finance team in preparing budgets and handling electronic billing submissions through third-party portals. Requirements • Minimum of one year of experience in a legal environment providing billing support and assistance to attorneys.

• Familiarity with legal billing software and e-billing platforms, such as Legal-X, Legal Tracker, or TyMetrix, is preferred.

• Experience using Tabs3 modules and Legal Electronic Data Exchange Standard (LEDES) format is a plus.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a high-pressure setting.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with a commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.

• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and colleagues, demonstrating a team-oriented approach.

• Initiative and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in billing and file management tasks.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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