Family Law Attorney

Family Law Attorney (Relocation Required, Assistance Provided)

Join the Virga Law Firm, P.A. to practice meaningful family law in Panama City Beach, FL. We offer relocation assistance, a healthy work‑life pace, and real autonomy.

You will step directly into a steady caseload with no client‑bringing requirement. Your work will include:

• Divorce, including high‑asset matters
• Custody and time‑sharing cases
• 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

• 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

Base Salary: $90,000‑$170,000 DOE (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

Additional Compensation:

• $2,500‑$5,000 DOE signing bonus paid after 180 days
• Performance bonuses 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 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

• 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