Legal Billing Clerk

Litigation Team Support

McCarthy Holthus and its affiliate companies represent financial institutions in banking law matters across Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, and Washington.

We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, performance-based bonuses, paid time off, and benefits with enhanced employer contributions.

Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented candidate to support the Litigation Team in a role that combines litigation support with accounting and billing-related responsibilities. This high-volume, fast-paced position requires deductive reasoning, clear and concise communication, strong organization, and problem-solving skills, along with a desire to learn and grow with the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Request, receive, and track outstanding OTA fees, and update the internal case management system to maintain compliance with client expectations.
• Review and invoice files to confirm required fee approvals are obtained, cost backup is uploaded and entered, and fees comply with client or GSE fee schedules.
• Run daily billing reports and update files to accurately track status.
• Confirm costs and supporting backup are in the file and invoiced accurately.
• Maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and effective verbal and written communication while working collaboratively with the team.
• May perform other duties as assigned to support department goals.
• Work extended hours as needed based on operational demands.
• May occasionally work extended hours based on operational needs.

Experience and Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take initiative.
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, high-volume team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Prior law firm operations experience and an accounting, billing, or finance background are preferred.

Work Schedule:

The work week is typically Monday through Friday, with business hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Employees are required to be onsite 2-3 days per week following a 90-day training period and upon management approval.

Salary Range:

The salary for this position typically ranges from $26.00 - $27.00, depending on qualifications, experience, and other factors. Please note that the final offer may differ based on the candidate's specific qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as internal equity and business needs.

Benefits:

McCarthy Holthus, and affiliated companies promote work/life balance with a robust wellness program, PTO, remote work, and flexible schedules (when available). Full-time employees become eligible for benefits following a 30-day waiting period, with benefit offerings that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Additionally the firm provides parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers as well. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and short and long-term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Security Requirement:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to ensure the security and confidentiality of all sensitive information, including but not limited to threats or hazards to the security or integrity of sensitive information that could result in any harm or inconvenience to any customer, employee or company.

Work Environment:

A corporate office environment with a professional setting, characterized by a quiet to moderate noise level. Employees may work in individual or shared workspaces, with standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and telephones. Occasional meetings, collaborative discussions, and business activities may contribute to variations in noise levels.

Next Steps:

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McCarthy Holthus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualified applicants with a criminal history will be considered pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and other applicable state or local laws. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if there are concerns about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For more information about the Fair Chance Ordinance, visit the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement webpage.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful and compliant workforce, we participate in the E-Verify program. All candidates who accept a job offer will be required to complete the E-Verify process to verify their employment eligibility in the United States.

Applications will be accepted until 9/30/2026.