Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

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. Salary for this role is paying between $85-105K plus a 5% annual bonus while working on a 40-hour work week . In addition, the company offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including M/D/V, generous PTO, 401k (plus match), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more. This position will start by working fully in-office and begin transitioning to a hybrid schedule after 6-months. If you're looking to take your career in-house and get away from billable requirements, then this is the opportunity for you!

Litigation Management Counsel Responsibilities:

• 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

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

• 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
• Prior experience handling environmental, asbestos, liability, and/or insurance claims is a huge plus
• Strong research and report writing skills are necessary

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com

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