Family Law Attorney

The Virga Law Firm, P.A.; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance stipend

Relocation assistance

Signing bonuses

Flexible scheduling

100% paid CLE

Job summary

A law firm in Florida is seeking a Family Law Attorney to join their Panama City Beach office. This position offers an entry-level attorney the chance to engage in impactful legal work, with a salary ranging from $90,000 to $170,000 based on experience. Benefits include relocation assistance, a signing bonus, and extensive professional development opportunities. Join a supportive team in a vibrant coastal community where you can advance your legal career.

Qualifications

• 0 to 7 years of family law experience required.
• Litigation experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle divorce, custody, alimony, and modifications.
• Engage in mediation, hearings, and trials.
• Client-facing work from day one.

Skills

Family law experience

Litigation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Zoom usage

Education

Active Florida Bar license

Tools

Clio

Job description

Family Law Attorney – Panama City Beach, FL

The Virga Law Firm, P.A. is expanding its 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, and live in one of Florida’s most vibrant coastal communities.

What You Will Do

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

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $90,000 to $170,000 DOE
• Choose Your Compensation Package:
  • 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 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

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

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

• 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

Seniority level: Entry level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Legal. Industries: Law Practice.

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.