Description:
About The Virga Law Firm, P.A.The Virga Law Firm is a leading family law firm serving clients throughout Florida with offices in Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach, Panama City and Panama City Beach. With over 100 years of combined legal experience, we're dedicated to helping families navigate life's most challenging legal matters with compassion, integrity, and relentless advocacy.
Our Mission: Helping People Move Forward with Their Life
We pride ourselves on delivering best-in-class client service while fostering a positive work culture built on our core values: authenticity, ownership, respect, unquestionable integrity, and community stewardship. Our team is known for being tough in the courtroom but full of heart, combining legal excellence with genuine care for our clients and each other.
When you join The Virga Law Firm, you become part of a family focused team where professional growth, collaboration, and making a meaningful difference are at the heart of everything we do.
Family Law Attorney, Panama City Beach, FL
The Virga Law Firm, P.A.
Live Where You Vacation | Work With Purpose | Build Your Legacy
Are You Ready to Practice Law the Way It Should Be?
Join a rapidly growing family law firm where your work makes a real impact, your voice is valued, and your career growth is supported. If you want meaningful legal work and a lifestyle surrounded by Florida's most beautiful beaches, this is your chance.
The Location Advantage: Panama City Beach
- Lower cost of living than major metro areas
- No state income tax in Florida
- 365 days of beach access
- Fast-growing legal market, less saturated than larger cities
- Family-friendly community with great schools and activities
- Thriving local food and entertainment scene
- Relocation assistance available for out-of-state candidates
Who We Are
The Virga Law Firm, founded by Gerard Virga (20+ years' experience), stands out with:
- Locations across Florida
- 100+ years combined attorney experience
- Florida Bar leadership in Family Law Section committees
- Thousands of families helped move forward
- Award-winning, positive firm culture
Our Core Belief: "Caring is Contagious."
We believe nothing is more important than family. We are advocates, counselors, and champions for clients experiencing challenging times.
Why You'll Love Working Here
Real Work-Life Integration
- Half-Day Fridays (when productivity goals are met)
- Starting 160 hours of PTO annually, with increases over time
- 11 paid holidays + 1 flex holiday
- Parental leave
- Flexible scheduling options
True Professional Development
- Paid CLE, bar dues, and certification dues
- Mentorship from leaders in Florida Bar Family Law Section
- Transparent advancement paths
- Collaborative learning and strong administrative support (Discovery Specialists, Paralegals)
- Modern tech stack (Clio, legal tech tools)
Vibrant, Supportive Culture
- No-drama, supportive team focus
- Bonusly recognition program
- Team celebrations and community involvement
- Open door policy from staff to founder
Meaningful Work From Day One
- Handle diverse, challenging family law cases: high-asset divorces, custody, complex matters
- Real courtroom and client-facing experience
Who You Are
Required Qualifications:
- Active Florida Bar member or willing to waive in/sit for the FL bar
- Demonstrated family law experience (quality over quantity)
- Passion for litigation and courtroom work
- Excellent written/verbal communication
- Organization and attention to detail
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Clio experience is a plus)
- Zoom/virtual hearing proficiency
The Intangibles:
- Client-first mindset
- Strategic and compassionate
- Team player
- Growth-oriented and resilient
- Purpose-driven
Experience Level: All backgrounds welcome; role will be tailored to experience, recent grads to experienced attorneys encouraged.
What You'll Actually Do
- Manage caseload of family law matters (divorce, custody, alimony, support, modifications, paternity, domestic violence)
- Develop case strategies fit to client needs
- Handle various family law cases
- Provide client-centered legal advice
- Translate legal concepts into clear, compassionate advice
- Represent clients in court, hearings, trials, mediations
- Draft, review, and prepare legal documents
- Collaborate with paralegals/support staff and mentor junior team members
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary (transparent, based on experience)
- Performance bonuses (not just based on billables)
- Relocation assistance
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance (family coverage options)
- 160 hours PTO to start, 11 holidays + 1 flex holiday
- Parental and bereavement leave
- Paid CLE, dues, conference/seminar attendance
- Professional association memberships and mentorship
Our Core Values
- Excellence in legal practice
- Integrity always
- Compassion for our clients
- Accountability
- Collaboration
- Innovation
- Community involvement
Growth Opportunities
- Partnership track
- Senior/leadership roles
- Practice area specialization
- Lead new offices as we expand
- Florida Bar committee and public speaking/CLE roles
Hear From Our Team
"Our work comes from the heart... providing real help to people is my favorite part." — Angela Campbell, Admin
"The team is always ready to help, no matter how busy." — Henry Picazo, Client Support Coordinator
How to Apply
Send your application to: careers@thevirgalawfirm.com
Include:
- Current resume
- Cover letter (Why family law? What's your “why”?)
- Writing sample (redacted if needed)
- Two letters of recommendation
Next Steps
- Review our website: www.thevirgalawfirm.com
- Explore our social media
- Listen to "The Florida Family Law Attorney Podcast"
- Submit your application
- Interview to discuss fit
- Offer and onboarding—welcome!
FAQ
Q: I'm not licensed in Florida yet. Can I still apply?
A: Yes! Willingness to sit for/waive into the Florida Bar is sufficient.
Q: Timeline to hire?
A: Immediate, but we focus on finding the right fit.
Ready to Make the Move?
- Practice meaningful family law with outstanding mentorship
- Live in beautiful Panama City Beach
- Build your career with real growth potential
- Join a team that cares about clients and about you
- Make a positive impact, every day
The Virga Law Firm, P.A.
Panama City Beach, FL850-818-0236
careers@thevirgalawfirm.com
www.thevirgalawfirm.com
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"Helping People Move Forward with Their Life"
Job Type: Full-time, In-person
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts (Half-Day Fridays with productivity)
Experience Level: All levels welcome
Practice Area: Family Law
Location: Panama City Beach, FL
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United State
Why Join The Virga Law Firm?
When you become part of our team, you're joining more than just a law firm, you're joining a family committed to professional excellence and personal growth. We offer:
- A Supportive Culture: Work in an environment that values respect, authenticity, and collaboration
- Professional Development: Continuous opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career
- Meaningful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of clients during their most challenging times
- Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balancing professional success with personal well-being
- Community Impact: Be part of a firm dedicated to giving back and improving our communities
- Statewide Presence: Multiple office locations across Florida provide flexibility and growth opportunities
