Join Our Team
At Balch, our professional staff play a key role in achieving excellence for our clients, fulfilling indispensable responsibilities and functions that allow us to sharpen competitive advantages.
Your energy and talents are essential to the advancement of our firm and our clients. In our collaborative environment, you will team up with skilled and approachable colleagues to deliver unsurpassed service to those who trust us to help them navigate their most complex legal challenges.
Benefits & Resources
Our professional staff benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, profit-sharing contributions, 401 (k) deferrals with qualifying match, and paid time off/paid holidays.
Because we want you to grow your career with Balch – and maintain a healthy work-life balance – we also offer a variety of beneficial programs and additional resources including:
- Employee Assistance Program (a free, confidential employee resource program designed to help you and your family with questions, advice and support on everything from parenting, health, stress, time management, personal finances and much more)
- Back-up childcare and elder care program
- Financial wellness seminars
- Free Financial Advisor Services
- Onsite flu shots
- Community service opportunities
Advance Your Growth
Do you want to propel your professional growth and development? We are committed to providing advancement opportunities for all, and will give you the support and resources you need to hone your skills. At Balch, we help you grow your impact through ongoing training, mentoring, coaching and other professional development opportunities.
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Accounting Coordinator - Birmingham, AL
Responsibilities:
- Manage the collections process firmwide, follow-up with client and responsible attorney to coordinate collections on outstanding accounts.
- Maintain detailed records of collection activities within the firm’s collections software.
- Prepare and send notices to clients, following up as needed to ensure timely payment.
- Assist and resolve client disputes or questions related to their accounts, liaising with attorneys when necessary.
- Engage with the collection agency, as necessary.
- Collaborate with Billers to track ebill AR related to appeals, reductions, and rejections.
- Serve as backup for accounts receivable duties, including daily cash deposit for firm general and trust accounts.
- Prepare reports related to collections, accounts receivable, and trust accounts as needed.
- Monthly filing fee account reconciliations.
- Monitor aged trust account balances and follow up as necessary with the responsible attorney.
- Identify process improvements for the collections and accounts receivable functions to streamline operations, improve cash flow, and reduce errors under the supervision of the Accounting Manager.
- Provide general support to the Accounting Manager in executing day-to-day financial operations.
Skills & Qualifications
- Accuracy, attention to detail, and good organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Commitment to outstanding client service.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or collections, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment or related role.
- Proficiency in Aderant or other time and billing software.
- Proficiency in ARCS or other collections software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Some overtime required.
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HR Generalist - Birmingham, AL
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Participate in the recruitment effort for professional staff including job postings, application and resume screening, scheduling interviews, and reference checks.
- Manage background screenings, pre-employment tasks, and employment verification processes.
- Recommend, plan, and coordinate various special events, workshops, and seminars.
- Complete administrative tasks required to execute annual HR training and performance processes.
- Coordinate various firm-wide benefit programs including, but not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Back-Up Care, and Wellness Initiatives.
- Assist in benefits administration and serve as backup for payroll processing.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices.
- Assist with various research or special projects.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential situations and documents.
- Ability to resolve problems or issues, by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation, or government law.
- Ability to set priorities and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of client service skills.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources.
- A bachelor’s degree in human resources management, business administration, or related field.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the human resources field preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and video conference platforms.
Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.
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Business Development Specialist - Birmingham, AL
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Business Development Strategy: Assist in developing and executing business development strategies to support the firm’s growth and revenue goals. Identify new opportunities and assist in creating plans to raise the profile of the practices and partners.
- RFP/Proposal Generation: Evaluate RFP/proposal opportunities and provide recommendations. Work closely with practice groups and attorneys to help create tailored proposals and/or responses to RFPs, including identifying practices, professionals, and experience to include in the materials; writing and editing copy; and managing proofreading, production, and distribution.
- Business Development Training: Assist in providing training opportunities and support to attorneys on effective business development techniques and client relationship management. Assist in the development of curriculum, putting together course materials, sourcing speakers, recommending seminars/training, and follow up as required.
- Directory Submission: Working with internal and external resources, ensure timely completion and submission of all relevant award submissions and related references.
- Thought Leadership: In coordination with marketing, help identify topics for thought leadership that reflect leading trends in the market; advise on potential presenters and/or authors.
- Event and Sponsorships: Identify, research, and evaluate external speaking, sponsorship and membership affiliation opportunities; provide recommendations. Assist with implementation as needed.
- Competitive Analysis: Track industry trends and competitor activities to ensure the firm remains competitive in its business development efforts.
- Business Results: Analyze, monitor, and report on the success of business development initiatives, identify best practices, and adjust strategies as needed.
- Lateral On-Boarding: In collaboration with the marketing team, create materials for new lateral hires, including welcome presentations and client communications.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree with 3-5+ years of business development experience; legal or professional services preferred.
- Exceptional communication skills, including strong writing, editorial and proofreading skills.
- Strong analytical skills. Exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills with the consistent ability to meet deadlines.
- Extraordinary client service skills, strong influencing and negotiating skills, and an ability to persuade others to deliver.
- Technologically savvy with demonstrated proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, and/or proposal generator software.
Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.
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Litigation Paralegal - Gulfport, MS
Responsibilities:
- Support substantive legal division processes by performing key job functions such as drafting and/or reviewing legal documentation and correspondence with minimal attorney supervision.
- Prepare for and coordinate litigation proceedings, monitor litigation caseload, and assist with pre-trial discovery including expert, party and fact witness depositions and trial preparation including exhibit organization, witness preparation and logistical coordination of all aspects of trial.
- Manage litigation holds, document reviews, and document production.
- Assist with development and implementation of efficient workflows relating to document review and other aspects of case management.
- Coordinate document discovery including requesting records, processing, scanning, coding, review, follow-up and production.
- Organize and maintain legal documentation.
- Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Willingness to learn about complex processes and related documentation, and to analyze and review documents.
- Ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrates a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, professionalism and judgment.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Advanced knowledge of court system and e-filing procedures required.
- Minimum of five years of work experience as a litigation paralegal.
- Experience with eDiscovery platforms, coding, document review, searches and document productions using platforms preferred.
- Some overtime may be required.
- Some travel may be involved with significant notice provided.
- A bachelor’s degree in legal studies, criminal justice or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be acquired and/or certification as a paralegal.
Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.
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Legal Secretary - Washington, D.C.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare, proofread, and edit legal documents and correspondence including contracts, letters, memos, and reports.
- Maintain calendar and deadlines for attorneys.
- Schedule meetings and conferences.
- Enter, review, and edit time entry for attorneys.
- Coordinate new business intake process.
- Proof and edit monthly and quarterly client billings in accordance with firm and client requirements.
- Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
- Coordinate travel arrangements.
- Process expense reimbursements and check requests.
- Organize and maintain files.
- Serve as point of contact for guests, vendors, and couriers.
- Track and order office supplies.
- Provide other support as necessary.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and video conferencing platforms.
- Detail-oriented and strong follow-through skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members.
- Ability to handle and adjust to competing deadlines and priorities.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Client service focused.
- Some overtime may be required.
- Prior transactional experience preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Email your resume to hr_careers@balch.com to apply today.
Balch & Bingham LLP is an equal employment opportunity employer. Balch & Bingham LLP provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. All applicants and employees will be treated in a non-discriminatory manner, without regard to age, color, disability, gender (including gender identity or expression), genetic information, national origin, race, (including hair textures and types, and hairstyles commonly or historically associated with race) religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any classification protected by federal, state or local law.