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Ethical Issues and Responsibilities in Billing for Paralegals

  • 07/16/2024
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Webcast

Program Description

Navigate Through the Rules and Layers of the Billing Process

Do you know the most efficient ways to bill clients responsibly? Are you using the proper tools to provide ethical and accurate monthly billing? At this informative program, we will help you identify the best practices for billing and timekeeping, ensuring your success. Register today!

  • Account for billable time with detailed timekeeping.
  • Learn how to prepare proper billing statements and invoices.
  • Maintain billing flexibility by always being ready.


Who Should Attend

This intermediate level course will provide attendees with real-world insights for maintaining ethical responsibilities in billing. Those who may benefit include:

  • Paralegals
  • Legal Technicians
  • Legal Assistants
  • Legal Support Staff


Course Content

  1. Ethical and Legal Guidelines for Billing
  2. Ensuring Detailed Timekeeping and Preparation of Billing Statements
  3. How to Allocate Time Appropriately and Avoid Billing for Unproductive and Unnecessary Tasks
  4. Avoiding Unauthorized Practice of Law
  5. Billing Cycles and Avoiding Late-Arriving Bills
  6. Communicating With Clients Over Billing Matters and Overdue Invoices
  7. Best Practices for Copies and Recordkeeping

Washington State Paralegal Association
1402 Lake Tapps Parkway SE
Ste. F104/PMB133
Auburn, WA. 98092

206.653.7259

info@wspaonline.org

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