Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Family Law Attorney – Panama City Beach, FL

The Virga Law Firm, P.A.

🏖️ Practice Law Where You Would Actually Want to Live

If you are an attorney who wants meaningful work, real autonomy, and a healthier pace of life, this opportunity allows you to grow your career and enjoy life outside of work.

The Virga Law Firm is expanding our Panama City Beach office and is seeking attorneys of all experience levels who want to:

• Make a real impact in the lives of families
• Build a respected long-term practice
• Litigate, strategize, and advocate
• Work with a supportive and well-resourced team
• Live in one of Florida’s most vibrant coastal communities

🌟 Compensation and Benefits

Base Salary: $90,000 to $170,000 DOE

Compensation is based on experience, courtroom skills, caseload capability, and expertise.

Choose Your Compensation Package

We recognize that everyone’s financial situation is different. You may choose one of the following options:

• Option A: $10,000 per year health insurance stipend
• Option B: $15,000 per year relocation and housing assistance for two years
• Option C: $10,000 per year student loan stipend

Additional Compensation

• $2,500 - $5,000 (DOE) signing bonus paid after 180 days
• Performance bonuses that are not solely tied to billable hours

Time Off and Work-Life Balance

• 160 hours PTO to start
• Courthouse holidays plus a flex holiday
• Half-Day Fridays when productivity KPIs are met
• Flexible scheduling
• Parental and bereavement leave

Professional Development and Support

• 100% paid CLE (courses, conferences, materials)
• All bar dues and certification dues covered
• Mentorship from leaders in the Florida Bar Family Law Section
• Clear advancement pathway including senior and leadership roles
• Opportunities to specialize or assist with new office openings
• Modern legal tech stack including Clio
• Well-trained paralegals, discovery specialists, and administrative staff

Firm Culture

• Supportive, positive, and community-oriented
• Collaborative environment with open communication
• Bonusly recognition program
• Team celebrations and community involvement

🏛️ What You Will Do

You will step directly into a steady caseload. There is no requirement to bring in clients.

Your work will include:

• Divorce, including high-asset matters
• Custody and time-sharing matters
• Alimony and support
• Modifications and enforcement
• Paternity and domestic violence
• Mediation, hearings, and trials
• Drafting, discovery, and strategy development
• Client-facing work from day one
• Collaboration with paralegals and junior team members

You will have frequent courtroom opportunities and the ability to shape cases strategically.

🎓 Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• 0 to 7 years of family law experience
• Litigation experience preferred
• Active Florida Bar license in good standing, or willingness to waive or sit for it
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Organized and self-driven
• Skilled with Microsoft Office (Clio experience is a plus)
• Comfortable using Zoom for virtual hearings

Personal Qualities

• Client-first mindset
• Strategic and compassionate
• Growth-oriented
• Able to work independently
• Collaborative and professional

This role is ideal for an attorney who wants to step away from the big-city grind and build a highly respected and well-compensated career in a healthier environment.

🏖️ Why Panama City Beach

• No state income tax
• Lower cost of living than major metro areas
• Growing legal market with less saturation
• High quality of life with year-round beach access
• Strong schools and family-friendly community
• Excellent food, outdoor lifestyle, and local events
• Relocation assistance available

🌊 Who We Are

The Virga Law Firm, founded by Gerard Virga, has more than 20 years of experience and:

• Multiple offices throughout Florida
• More than 100 years of combined attorney experience
• Leadership roles within the Florida Bar Family Law Section
• Thousands of families represented
• A culture built on compassion, integrity, excellence, and teamwork

We are growing and are looking for attorneys who want to grow with us.

⭐ Summary

If you want to practice meaningful family law, earn exceptional compensation, live in a coastal community, and grow your legal career with real mentorship and opportunity, we want to meet you.

The Virga Law Firm, P.A. – Helping People Move Forward