What You'll Do
- Prioritize and manage a high volume of matters and assist in all phases of the tort litigation lifecycle, including discovery, motion practice and trial/alternative dispute resolution in the US & Canada
- Maintain and oversee case handling processes and procedures
- Consult and assist attorneys on specific case needs
- Review, categorize, organize, track and maintain information and legal documents within our matter management system
- Analyze, issue spot and escalate inquiries and issues
- Perform research, fact investigation and preservation functions
- Support team projects, task forces and initiatives
- Perform and analyze complex data analytics
- Respond directly to requests from outside counsel, insurers and other stakeholders
- Design, build and deliver engaging presentations for internal and external audiences
Basic Qualifications
- A minimum of 4 years of paralegal experience
Preferred Qualifications
- B.A./B.S. required, Paralegal certificate preferred (or as required by local rules)
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
- Paralegal experience in either a defense firm or insurance company highly preferred
- Paralegal certificate preferred (or as required by local rules)
- Experience working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment while handling a high volume caseload
- E-Discovery and mass document production experience
- Salesforce or other CRM/database experience
- Data querying and SQL skills
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Self-motivation and the ability to work both on a team and independently
- Technical know-how with at least an intermediate level of computer skills, including a working knowledge of Google suite, Excel, Word, Adobe, Box, and other web-based applications
- Hustle and passion for the work, a "can do attitude" and positive outlook
- Enthusiasm about Uber!
For Chicago, IL-based roles: The base hourly rate range for this role is USD$38.95 per hour - USD$43.28 per hour.
You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link .