Family Law Attorney (Relocation Required, Assistance Provided)

The Virga Law Firm, P.A.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance stipend

Relocation assistance

Student loan stipend

Performance bonuses

Flexible scheduling

Paid CLE courses

Job summary

A law firm specializing in family law is seeking a Family Law Attorney for their Panama City Beach office. The role offers relocation assistance, a competitive salary, and a collaborative firm culture focused on meaningful legal work. Candidates should have family law experience and a client-first approach. This full-time position supports professional growth and offers excellent benefits, including PTO and paid continuing legal education.

Qualifications

• 0 to 7 years of family law experience required.
• Willingness to waive or sit for Florida Bar license.
• Client-first mindset essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle divorce, custody, and support cases.
• Conduct mediations and trials.
• Draft legal documents and develop strategies.

Skills

Family law experience

Litigation experience

Active Florida Bar license

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Comfortable with Zoom

Tools

Clio

Job description

Family Law Attorney (Relocation Required, Assistance Provided)

Join The Virga Law Firm, P.A. as a Family Law Attorney in our Panama City Beach, Florida office. The firm is expanding and offers full relocation assistance.

🏖️ Practice Law Where You Would Actually Want to Live

We are looking for attorneys who want meaningful work, real autonomy, and a healthier pace of life. This role allows you to grow your career and enjoy life outside of work.

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

What You Will Do

• 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 and Benefits

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

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

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. We have 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, and a culture built on compassion, integrity, excellence, and teamwork.

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.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Legal