Julio Sanchez is a seasoned professional with extensive expertise in legal pricing and financial management within top-tier law firms. Currently serving as Senior Pricing Manager at Perkins Coie LLP since August 2019, Julio has significantly shaped the firm's pricing strategy and operations.
During his tenure, Julio has been instrumental in revolutionizing pricing methodologies and processes. He spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative Fee Proposal Approval Request procedures. His strategic insights and financial models have not only enhanced pricing analytics capabilities but also optimized client-facing pricing models tailored to diverse legal services.
Prior to Perkins Coie LLP, Julio held pivotal roles at leading firms including Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP and Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. At Paul, Weiss, Julio served as a Senior Pricing Analyst, where he developed sophisticated economic models and pricing frameworks to support client negotiations and pricing proposals.
With a strong commitment to leveraging technology and data analytics to drive operational efficiencies and profitability. Julio has a proven track record in managing complex pricing agreements, optimizing billing systems, and providing strategic counsel on pricing issues across global markets.
Julio’s advanced technical proficiency in legal software technologies including Clocktimizer, Cosine Matter Planning, Litera-Foundation, Big Hand-Matter Pricing, Aderant Expert, and Elite 3E. His contributions extend beyond daily operations, including speaking engagements at ILTACON, LVNX, and active involvement in legal innovation committees. Julio Sanchez continues to be a driving force in the evolution of legal pricing strategies, embodying a blend of financial acumen, technological prowess, and strategic leadership within the legal industry.