Family Law Attorney

Family Law Attorney (Relocation Required, Assistance Provided)

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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.

• 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

Base Salary: $90,000 to $170,000 DOE – Compensation is based on experience, courtroom skills, caseload capability, and expertise.

• 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

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

• 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

• 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

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

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

• 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.

• 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

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

• 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

• 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

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

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