Legal Bookkeeper

Job overview

The Legal Bookkeeper works onsite in Pittsburgh, PA. The annual salary range is $45,000–$49,000. The role supports Chaffin Luhana LLP’s client case financial operations, including settlement disbursements.

What you'll do

• Resolve client liens, draft disbursement statements, and issue client checks
• maintain client account records in the case management system
• communicate with clients and record interactions
• monitor case progress and provide updates
• process operating and IOLTA deposits
• coordinate approvals and documentation
• generate cost reports by reviewing case expenses and reconciling discrepancies
• collaborate with attorneys and internal teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

legal bookkeeper

pittsburgh pa

$45,000–$49,000/year

bookkeeping

legal accounting

settlement disbursements

client accounts

lien resolution

iolta deposits

quickbooks

microsoft 365

chaffin luhana llp

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) match
• health, dental, and vision coverage
• health reimbursement account for eligible PPO enrollees
• paid time off and sick days
• public holidays and holiday break
• education and training support
• commuter benefits
• discretionary annual bonus.

Why this role

Combines bookkeeping and accounting operations with direct client communication during settlement disbursements; requires at least two years of bookkeeping and/or accounting experience.

About the employer

Chaffin Luhana LLP is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.