Barbora Skopalova

Barbora is an associate in the firm’s Professional Liability Department, where she concentrates her practice on complex civil litigation in Florida state courts. She primarily defends clients in construction defect, professional liability, and condominium and homeowners’ association matters, representing developers, contractors, design professionals, insurers, and condominium associations. Barbora is involved in all stages of litigation, from pleadings and discovery through motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation.

Barbora earned her juris doctor from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 2023, where she developed a strong foundation in trial advocacy and leadership. She served as President of the Florida Trial Team, her primary passion during law school, and was inducted into the Order of the Barristers in recognition of excellence in courtroom advocacy. She also received a CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Trial Practice.

In addition to her trial work, Barbora held several leadership roles at UF Law, including President of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, President of External Affairs for the Pro Bono Service Initiative, and Levin Ambassador throughout her law school tenure. She remains actively involved with the Florida Trial Team as a coach and mentor, working with current members on trial strategy, advocacy skills, and competition preparation. Prior to joining the firm as an associate, she worked with Marshall Dennehey as a summer associate, gaining hands-on experience in professional liability and casualty-related litigation.

Barbora is also an avid sports fan and closely follows the Tampa Bay Lightning, Orlando Magic, and Czech national sports teams.