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Biography

Brenda Smith specializes in handling commercial and business litigation issues, collaborating with clients to resolve a variety of disputes including contract breaches, negligence, fraud, insurance conflicts, transportation issues, construction disputes, and probate and trust disputes. She holds the position of Treasurer on the Firm’s Executive Committee, playing a pivotal role in overseeing the firm’s overall management by setting strategic goals and direction. Moreover, she supervises retained insurance counsel nationwide, serving as general counsel to various clients. As national and general counsel, Brenda guides clients on litigation strategies and takes a hands-on approach in managing cases from the beginning until resolution.

Representative Experience

• Represented trustees in lawsuits with a variety of claims and damages exceeding $10,000,000.
• Represented trucking companies in resolution of disputes involving catastrophic and serious injuries.
• Represented various construction companies in litigation, governmental agency actions, and other dispute matters.
• Represented oppressed minor’s shareholders and obtained a favorable verdict which including damages and attorney fees.
• Represented guardians and conservators at trial and appellate courts in a highly contested probate proceedings.

Professional Affiliations & Community Involvement

• Nebraska State Bar Association
• Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys
• Trucking Industry Defense Association (TIDA)
• Transportation Lawyers Association (TLA)
• Leadership Omaha Class 39
• Lutheran Family Services, Board of Directors
• Memories for Kids, Board of Directors
• Friends Board of Children’s Hospital and Medical Center
• Junior League of Omaha, Past President

Awards & Recognitions

• Best Lawyers in America® – 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
• Midlands Business Journal 40 Under 40 Award