Job Description

Location: Hybrid Contract Position | Minneapolis, MN

NOTE: W2 Candidates Only!

Myticas's direct client, based in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a Legal Invoice Analyst/Initial Reviewer for a hybrid contract position.

Position Overview:

The Legal Invoice Analyst I is responsible for the prompt, accurate, and efficient auditing of electronically submitted legal fee and expense invoices from law firms and vendors. The selected candidate will ensure compliance with billing guidelines by adjusting invoice line items that violate provisions and documenting justifications for those adjustments. The analyst will also provide guidance to business unit partners on issues or opportunities within the Legal Billing Audit process.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Efficiently and accurately review legal invoice entries.
• Receive legal invoice assignments from the Operations Support Specialist or self-assign tasks from the intake queue.
• Verify compliance with legal billing guidelines for submitted invoices.
• Ensure the accuracy of UTBMS task codes (Fee, Activity, and Expense codes) applied to invoice line items.
• Document reasons for any adjustments made to invoice line items, specifying the violated billing guideline and rationale for the adjustment amount.
• Forward audited legal invoices through the appropriate review chain as required.
• Collaborate with Legal Invoice Analysts and Quality Assurance Analysts.
• Exercise discretion and sound judgment when making audit and adjustment decisions.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of legal terminology and claims-related legal situations, with multijurisdictional exposure preferred.
• Work independently with minimal supervision after training.
• Utilize electronic legal bill submission and auditing software efficiently.
• Organize work to ensure the prompt and efficient review of legal invoices within designated timeframes.
• Apply basic business math skills and maintain appropriate business telephone etiquette.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

Education:

• Paralegal Certification or a Bachelor's Degree in a legal-related discipline, or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in a legal services or legal auditing environment.
• Familiarity with legal billing processes.
• Strong understanding of federal and/or state rules of civil procedure.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with legal billing systems and processes.

Core Competencies:

• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with the Legal Billing Audit Center of Excellence (LBACOE) and other business units while providing constructive feedback.
• Problem Solving: Think independently and make sound decisions. Identify necessary resources to aid in decision-making and take proactive steps to resolve problems.
• Leadership: Demonstrate personal accountability for day-to-day tasks and collaborate with other business units to achieve results.
• Planning and Organizing: Prioritize tasks to achieve short- and long-term goals within designated timeframes.
• Technology: Partner with technology experts to identify gaps and develop impactful solutions.
• Learning: Adapt to changes in the marketplace and workforce by acquiring or modifying knowledge through study, experience, or instruction.
• Initiative: Exhibit self-direction and translate ideas into action to achieve results.

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