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Gerard Matthew Virga, Jr.

Gerard Matthew Virga, Jr.

4.4
5 reviews

415 Richard Jackson Boulevard, Suite 500, Panama City Beach, FL 32407 [2, *]+ 7 locations

Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody and 8 more

About Gerard Matthew Virga, Jr.

Gerard Matthew Virga, Jr. is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 8 other areas of law. Gerard received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years. Gerard practices at The Virga Law Firm, P.A. in Panama City Beach, FL and 7 others locations.

Gerard Matthew Virga, Jr. (Panama City Beach, Florida)

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Divorce
Posted by Chelsey
July 22, 2025
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Gerard was more than amazing. I don’t have enough kind words to say about the virga law office. Each and every employee works so hard and treats you like family, Gerard cares so much about his clients and is very responsive. He won me everything I asked for in my divorce and more. He stood by me in hard times and explained everything so well. His prices are amazing, to me he doesn’t charge enough for the amazing work he does. He is more than attorney to me, I would consider him a good friend/family after my experience at the virga law firm. I have recommended family and friends to him since my case has closed and I forever will.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 09, 2009
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Excellent to work with, would definitely recommend to others

Alternative Dispute Resolution
Posted by anonymous
January 31, 2014
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Virga Law Office left me paying my former spouse 50% of my military retirement in addition to $1950.00 permanent alimony per month. That means I will pay until I die. In addition, I had to take all debt from the marriage, and pay for her car. This was all based on my income of $65,000.00 a year. Now with her job and what I have to pay her every month, she makes more than I do. Mr. Virga said if I didn't agree to this, I would have to pay $20,000 more in legal fees + a year of back alimony.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
October 16, 2012
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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 11, 2011
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 8
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Premarital Agreements
    • Child Support
    • Adoptions
    • Spousal Support
    • Visitation Rights
    • Paternity
  • Domestic Violence
  • Litigation

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
    Spanish
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Accepted Credit Cards
    MasterCard
    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Founding Attorney
    Firm Name
    The Virga Law Firm, P.A.

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2004, Florida
    2004, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
    Memberships
    The Florida Bar
    The Association of Trial Lawyers of America.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
    Class of 2004
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Florida
    Class of 2000
    B.A.
    Legal Certifications
    https://www.floridabar.org/directories/find-mbr/profile/?num=873071

Gerard Matthew Virga, Jr.

Founding Attorney at The Virga Law Firm, P.A.
4.4
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415 Richard Jackson Boulevard, Suite 500Panama City Beach, FL 32407U.S.A.

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2045 Fountain Professional Ct., Ste. CNavarre, FL 32566U.S.A.

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Orlando (Doctor Phillips) Office7208 W. Sand Lake Rd., Ste. 305-POrlando, FL 32819U.S.A.

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Orlando (Maitland) Office1800 Pembrook Dr., Ste. 160Orlando, FL 32810U.S.A.

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Orlando (Downtown) Office390 N. Orange Ave., Ste. 2300-ROrlando, FL 32801U.S.A.

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455 Harrison Ave., Ste. EPanama City, FL 32401U.S.A.

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