Intellectual Property Specialist

SNI Companies has partnered with a Law Firm based in Dallas TX that is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Intellectual Property Billing Coordinator.

The role is responsible for compiling, managing and executing intellectual property attorney billing. They will work closely with attorneys, assistants and accounting colleagues to accurately maintain records.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and processes billing for principal billing partners to include drafting, editing and preparing pre-bills and final bills per attorney/client specifications and/or guidelines
• Reviews and verifies accuracy of billing and supporting documentation, as required
• Confirms rates and any fee arrangements are reflected for each individual matter
• Creates and prints/uploads final client billing
• Manages the requirements for clients who use e-billing to ensure billing is completed timely and coordinates with Electronic Billing Specialist, as appropriate
• Prepares and processes write-downs following firm policy
• Prepares write-offs following firm policy
• Researches and responds to inquiries regarding billing issues and problems
• Monitors the WIP and A/R inventory for assigned attorneys
• Generates billing statements and production reports, as requested
• Ensures strict confidentiality at all times

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; an Associate's Degree in a related field is preferred
• Minimum of one (3-5) year of experience in legal billing required, experience billing for Intellectual Property preferred
• High-level attention to detail, superior analytical skills, excellent time management, and ability to communicate concisely required