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Robert Half Legal is partnering with a third-party specialty insurance company located in downtown Chicago who is seeking to hire a Litigation Management Counsel with at least 2-3+ years of civil litigation experience to join their in-house Legal Bill Review/Audit team. This third-party specialty insurance company handles complex environmental, asbestos, and other latent type insurance claims.
Job Responsibility:
Review and audit legal invoices from outside counsel and vendors to ensure charges are reasonable, necessary, and compliant with billing guidelines and cost-sharing agreements
Use electronic billing and claims systems to evaluate spend and identify trends or opportunities for improvement
Provide clear, well-supported feedback to law firms and internal teams regarding billing determinations
Analyze settlement agreements, coverage arrangements, and jurisdictional requirements to confirm billing compliance
Collaborate with claims leaders, co-carriers, and joint defense partners to promote consistent expense management practices
Help enhance and refine litigation management guidelines and audit protocols
Identify cost drivers and recommend practical strategies to improve predictability and control defense spend
Prepare executive-level summaries highlighting savings, compliance trends, and emerging risks
Assist in resolving billing disputes professionally and constructively while maintaining strong working relationships
Requirements:
Juris Doctor degree
At least 3 years of litigation or legal audit experience
Proven experience in civil litigation and legal billing processes
Proficiency in interpreting legal billing entries and applying legal knowledge
Strong research and report writing skills are necessary
Nice to have:
Prior experience handling environmental, asbestos, liability, and/or insurance claims is a huge plus