- Billing Management: The Legal Aid Billing Assistant will be responsible for preparing and submitting legal aid bills, ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) guidelines.
- File Review: Reviewing case files and associated documentation to verify all necessary information is available for accurate billing.
- Disbursement Tracking: Managing and monitoring legal aid disbursements, ensuring proper allocation and recovery of costs.
- Billing Software Maintenance: Updating and maintaining accurate billing information within the firm’s legal aid case management software (e.g., CCMS).
- Client & Solicitor Communication: Liaising with clients and solicitors to gather any required documents or information to support legal aid claims.
- Compliance Monitoring: Ensuring that all billing processes comply with the latest LAA policies and legal requirements.
- Dispute Resolution: Assisting with resolving any discrepancies or disputes in billing, working with legal teams and finance staff as needed.
- Reporting: Producing regular billing reports for internal management, highlighting progress and any outstanding claims.
- Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate and detailed records of all billing activities to support auditing and reporting processes.
- Previous experience in legal billing, with a focus on legal aid billing, is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of Legal Aid Agency (LAA) rules and guidelines.
- Familiarity with legal billing software (e.g., CCMS or similar) is preferred.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing files and preparing bills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Analytical Skills: Able to review complex case files and ensure all necessary information is captured accurately.
- Detail-Oriented: Demonstrates a high level of accuracy in data entry, document review, and billing processes.
- Problem Solving: Capable of identifying and resolving billing discrepancies or issues effectively.
- Time Management: Skilled in managing workloads and meeting billing deadlines.
- Team Player: Works well with colleagues across different teams, including legal and finance staff.