Victor S. “Dinny” Skaff, III

Dinny Skaff is an experienced litigator with a diverse practice spanning both civil litigation and family law. With a career focused on representing a wide range of clients in federal and state courts across Virginia, Dinny has developed particular expertise in premises liability cases for retail and hospitality companies.

Education

• J.D., University of Virginia (1996)

• M.A., Slippery Rock University (1991)

• B.A., West Virginia University (1989)

Experience and Expertise

Dinny's legal career is marked by a wide range of practice areas and notable achievements:

• Admitted to the Virginia State Bar in 1996

• Represents individuals, corporations, self-insureds, and insurance companies in various liability cases

• Specializes in "retail and hospitality" premises liability litigation, including slip/trip/fall incidents, loss prevention, security issues, and third-party assaults

• Handles family law matters including divorce, custody, and support issues

• Trained in Collaborative Practice for resolving disputes outside the courtroom

• AV-Rated by Martindale Hubbell

• Regularly named "Legal Elite" by Virginia Business Magazine

• Included in The Best Lawyers in America

Professional Involvement and Community Service

Dinny is actively involved in various professional organizations and community initiatives:

• Leadership roles in national, state, and local professional organizations including:

• Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys

• Roanoke Bar Association

• Virginia Bar Association

• Defense Research Institute

• Long-standing position with the Legal Aid Society of Roanoke Valley

• Active in the Roanoke community, serving on various local boards

• Coach and administrator for youth sports organizations

These roles demonstrate Dinny's commitment to the legal profession and his dedication to community service.

Personal Interests

Outside of his legal practice, Dinny is passionate about youth sports and community involvement, particularly enjoying his role as a coach and administrator for various youth sports organizations.

Dinny's combination of extensive litigation experience, expertise in premises liability, family law practice, and deep community involvement makes him a well-rounded attorney capable of handling a wide range of legal matters with skill and dedication.