FV

Floyd V. Smith, Insurance Attorney in Anchorage, Alaska

Over 63 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Anchorage, AK

Practicing insurance in Anchorage since 1963.

63+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

Are you Floyd V. Smith?

This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.

Claim this profile — free

Quick answer

Floyd V. Smith is an attorney based in Anchorage, AK. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Floyd has over 63 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Anchorage, AK
Experience
over 63 years
Known for
Insurance · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
  • Handles Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Anchorage, AK.
  • Over 63 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Floyd V. Smith: Floyd V. Smith is an attorney based in Anchorage, AK. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Floyd has over 63 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Floyd V. Smith

Floyd concentrates on insurance, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Floyd handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Anchorage, Alaska

Floyd takes insurance matters in Anchorage, Alaska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Floyd agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Anchorage, Alaska

Floyd takes personal injury matters in Anchorage, Alaska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Floyd agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Anchorage, Alaska

Floyd takes workers comp matters in Anchorage, Alaska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Floyd agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Floyd V. Smith — Over 63 years of Alaska insurance experience

Floyd V. Smith is an attorney based in Anchorage, AK. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Floyd has over 63 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Mr. Floyd V. Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, business insurance defense law, workers compensation law. Floyd V. received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1957, and has been licensed for 63 years. Floyd V. practices in Anchorage, AK.

Working with Floyd on a insurance matter

Mr. Floyd V. Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, business insurance defense law, workers compensation law. Floyd V. received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1957, and has been licensed for 63 years. Floyd V. practices in Anchorage, AK.

Who Floyd represents

Floyd reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Anchorage and the surrounding Alaska area.

Credentials

Floyd V. Smith's legal education and bar admissions

  • Harvard University

    J.D. · 1962

  • University of Washington

    B.A. · 1957

Jurisdictions

Floyd's state bar admissions

  • Alaska

    1970 · ACTIVE

  • Washington

    1963 · ACTIVE

Floyd studied at J.D. in Harvard University and B.A. in University of Washington.

Law school and academic background

Floyd completed J.D. in Harvard University and B.A. in University of Washington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Floyd runs in Alaska is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Floyd V. Smith

Floyd has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Locations

Floyd V. Smith's office in Anchorage

Floyd's primary office is at 6751 Round Tree Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99516-6818. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

6751 Round Tree Drive

Anchorage, AK 99516-6818

Open in Google Maps

Client feedback

Client reviews of Floyd V. Smith — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Floyd. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Anchorage.

4.4

1 client review

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Floyd V. Smith claims this profile.

Read all reviews

Hiring guide

How to hire Floyd V. Smith — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Floyd usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Floyd charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Floyd's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Floyd will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Anchorage, Alaska

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Floyd

Floyd discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Floyd confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Floyd's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Floyd V. Smith

  • How much does it cost to hire Floyd for a insurance case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Floyd walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Floyd offer a free consultation?

    Floyd charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Floyd's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Floyd's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Alaska typically take?

    Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Floyd gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Floyd take my case if I'm outside Anchorage?

    Floyd is licensed in Alaska. Matters governed by Alaska law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Floyd will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Floyd?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Floyd will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Floyd accepting new insurance clients right now?

    Floyd's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Anchorage, Juneau and Fairbanks in Alaska

Floyd handles insurance matters throughout Alaska. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.

More counsel

If Floyd's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these insurance attorneys in Anchorage handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.