Legal Assistant

Frank Winston Crum Insurance (FWCI) issues Workers' Compensation and General Liability policies by offering flexible coverage and payment options to meet the varied needs of businesses. Over the years, FWCI has grown from a single‑state carrier to a company licensed in 42 states. The firm continues to expand its product lines and enhance value‑added services, while staying true to its core commitment: "always to do the right things for the right reasons!"

We are excited to announce our search for a full‑time Legal Assistant
. In this role you will impact the Frank Crum business every day by providing legal and administrative assistance to our staff counsel in the defense of FWCI’s insureds in litigation matters involving property, bodily injury, and construction defect claims throughout the State of Florida.

• Assists with reception duties as necessary, including answering and screening calls, taking messages, and answering routine questions.
• Receives, verifies, and organizes critical and non‑critical paperwork and documents.
• Files and serves documents in compliance with Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Ensures compliance with all local court rules.
• Performs scheduling of litigation events, including inspections, hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Calendars events and tasks as necessary for litigation matters.
• Manages attorney’s calendars.
• Advises staff counsel of upcoming due dates and priority issues.
• Develops draft pleadings and shells for review by assigned staff counsel.
• Prepares drafts of documents, affidavits, and other routine correspondence.
• Maintains electronic and hard copy case files and databases.
• Retrieves records and data as directed.
• Prepares documents for scanning, printing, and otherwise.
• Coordinates with outside litigation vendors, including certain aspects of invoicing and payments.

• Minimum of five (5) years of law firm experience with defense‑oriented litigation.
• Associate degree and experience working with multiple attorneys preferred.
• Experience with construction defect, property, premises liability, and bodily injury claims.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (365 or similar), with extensive knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with law firm case‑management software – Clio and/or Faster Law preferred.
• Experience with document and ESI management software.

• Health insurance with no employee cost; family coverage at $295/month.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Short‑term disability and term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Long‑term disability and voluntary term life insurance.
• Supplemental insurance plans such as accidental, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal services, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan – 100% match on the first 4% of employee contribution, immediately vested.
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent‑care reimbursement.
• Health Savings Account funded by the company.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Education reimbursement of up to $2,250 tax‑free per calendar year.
• PTO cash‑out.
• Tickets at Work.
• Access to the Corporate America Family Credit Union.
• Employee and client referral bonus programs.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Disaster Relief Fund for employees.

Frank Crum is a family‑owned business‑to‑business entity that grew from a single‑state carrier to a national presence. With approximately 400 employees serving over 4,000 clients nationwide, the company emphasizes integrity, affinity, and prosperity. Employees receive comprehensive training, enjoy a supportive culture, and are recognized quarterly for exceptional service. Frank Crum is proud to have been named a Top Place to Work for more than a decade and supports community efforts such as the Trinity Café, the Homeless Empowerment Program, and Clearwater Free Clinic.

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Frank Crum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy‑related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Sales, General Business, and Education

Industries:
Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing