Legal Operations Director

Legal Operations Director

Berk Law Group, P.C. | Scottsdale, Arizona

Lead the operations of a high-performing litigation firm where your ability to drive accountability, manage financial workflows, and support a strong team directly impacts the success of the practice.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in both people management and financial operations, and who wants to take ownership of how a law firm runs day to day.

What You Will Own

You will serve as the operational backbone of the firm, ensuring that the team is aligned, systems are followed, and financial processes run smoothly and consistently.

This role is ideal for someone who is confident leading people, comfortable working in the details, and motivated by creating structure, accountability, and results.

Team Leadership and Accountability

• Lead and manage paralegals and administrative staff, including coaching, performance management, and development
• Drive accountability across the team to ensure deadlines, client expectations, and internal standards are consistently met
• Partner with attorneys to coordinate workflow, capacity, and case progress, without involvement in legal strategy
• Ensure consistent adherence to billing, time entry, and operational processes
• Lead hiring, onboarding, and role clarity for non-attorney team members

Financial Operations and Billing

• Own day-to-day bookkeeping, including expense entry, receipts, and billable cost tracking
• Manage the full billing cycle from time entry coordination through invoice generation and client communication
• Oversee accounts receivable and drive follow-up on outstanding balances
• Monitor retainers and ensure replenishment processes are consistently followed
• Prepare and organize financial data for outsourced CFO review
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the outsourced CFO on financial coordination and reporting needs

Operations and Execution

• Run weekly operations meetings and maintain visibility on firm priorities
• Track and report on key metrics including billing, accounts receivable, case progress, and productivity
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement practical, effective solutions
• Ensure consistent use of firm systems, including Clio and Microsoft 365

Requirements

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in operations, office management, or bookkeeping within a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong experience with legal billing, expense tracking, and financial coordination
• Proven ability to manage people and drive accountability across a team
• Ability to balance detailed financial responsibilities with leadership and oversight
• Confidence operating independently and bringing solutions forward
• Experience with Clio and Microsoft 365 preferred

What This Role Is Not

This position is focused on operational leadership and financial coordination.

• No bank or trust reconciliations
• No three-way trust accounting certification required
• No CFO-level financial analysis or reporting

About the Firm

Berk Law Group, P.C. is an AV-rated law firm located in Scottsdale, Arizona, focused exclusively on probate, trust, estate, and inheritance litigation. Our work includes guardianships, conservatorships, trust and estate disputes, elder abuse, and related matters.

We are known for our integrity, professionalism, and results, as well as for the way we treat our clients and each other. Our team is collaborative, mission-driven, and committed to maintaining a supportive and accountable work environment.

Learn more at

Benefits

• Competitive salary $80,000 - $95,000 based on experience
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Firm credit card for approved business expenses, including auto fuel and gym membership
• Paid professional membership dues
• Generous paid time off and firm holidays
• This is a full-time position with mostly an in-office presence
• Ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development support

If this opportunity aligns with your experience, we would welcome your application. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter sharing your interest in the position and what you are seeking in your next role.

We appreciate the time and thought you put into your application and look forward to connecting with candidates who are excited to contribute to the continued success of Berk Law Group.