Outside counsel billing is complex, and even the most capable in-house teams can miss vague entries, overcharges, or noncompliance with billing guidelines. LegalBillReview.com helps corporate legal departments take control of their outside counsel spend by identifying these issues and ensuring every bill aligns with your expectations. Our U.S.-based attorneys conduct detailed, line-by-line reviews of each bill—not just sampling or relying on automation—so nothing slips through the cracks.

This checklist outlines the most common billing discrepancies we find across thousands of bills reviewed. It’s designed to give your team a fast, practical way to spot red flags and better understand how a structured bill review process can reduce waste and improve billing accuracy. If any of these items look familiar, you’re not alone—and there’s a proven path to resolution.