
Biography
Brynne Holsten Puhl is a trial lawyer and associate at Atwood, Holsten, Brown, Deaver, Spier & Israel Law Firm, P.C., L.L.O., where her practice is primarily dedicated to representing individuals in the areas of workers' compensation, personal injury, and wrongful death. Brynne is a Nebraska native who is originally from Grand Island. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a Spanish minor from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. A Husker through and through, Brynne also attended law school at the University of Nebraska College of Law. She spent six years practicing workers' compensation law in Omaha at an insurance defense law firm. Brynne returned to Atwood, Holsten, Brown, Deaver, Spier & Israel Law Firm, P.C., L.L.O. in February 2015 and reignited her passion for client advocacy in the areas of workers' compensation and personal injury.
Now into her second decade of practice, Brynne prides herself on connecting with each client and working to understand their long term goals. She is admitted to practice in Nebraska, Iowa, and the United States District Court - District of Nebraska. Brynne has extensive trial experience in front of the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Court and appellate experience in the Nebraska Supreme Court. She also litigates in front of the Iowa Workers' Compensation Commissioner and is a trained and certified mediator. Brynne follows the motto "do the right thing" and holds herself to high ethical standards. Brynne truly enjoys advocating on behalf of her clients.
Brynne has been rated an AV Preeminent® lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell, a "lawyer rating" service established in 1868. This is the highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies that a large number of Brynne's peers rank her at the highest level of professional excellence for her legal knowledge, communication skills, and ethical standards. The AV Preeminent® rank is held by only 10 percent of all lawyers. Brynne has also earned the prestigious and exclusive honor of being selected as a five-time Super Lawyers Great Plains Rising Star (2018-2022). The Super Lawyers Rising Stars List recognizes the top up-and-coming attorneys in the state. Selections are made using the Super Lawyers patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates, and a peer review by practice area. In 2019, Brynne was elected by her fellow Nebraska lawyers to serve a 4 year term as an attorney member of the Judicial Nominating Commission for the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Court.
Outside of her practice of law, Brynne enjoys cooking, gardening, cycling, reading, attending concerts and sporting events, and traveling. Brynne especially enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends. Brynne and her husband, James, reside in Lincoln with their sons.
Testimonials
My name is Brad D., I had previously reached out to Atwood Law Office to assist me with an issue regarding my employer regarding an unfair treatment of placement of work. I was designated to have Brynne Holsten Puhl as my attorney, and was very pleased with her and all the services that she provided. I felt that Brynne was always available, whether is was a phone call or in person if need be. She was professional and caring regarding all my needs. She also communicated wonderfully, and was very knowledgeable regarding the law. The staff at Atwood Law was always great to talk to and jumped at the chance to help with paperwork & etc. I was extremely pleased and satisfied with Brynne Holsten Puhl and everything that was conducted with Atwood Law. I will forever be grateful and so thankful for everything Brynne did for me, to get back on my feet and be able to enjoy my life with my kids. I would absolutely recommend Brynne to anyone, needing help. Thank you!
To whom it may concern,
I hired Brynne to represent me after my husband died in a work accident. She was extremely patient, understanding and caring! Her knowledge of the law and explaining everything to me was beyond my expectations. She really cared about my case. This case lasted almost 3 years and she was in constant contact with me the whole time. I would have never won my case without her and her staff. They are all very friendly and courteous! Brynne is a professional in everything she has done for me and my family. Can't thank her enough.
Sincerely, Holly R.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you once again for all you have done for me, pertaining to my case. You have definitely exceeded all my expectations with your knowledge and work ethic. You are an asset to your profession and it was an honor to have you as my legal representative. - CP
Education
- University of Nebraska College of Law, Lincoln, Nebraska
- 2008
- University of Nebraska, Lincoln
- B.A., Bachelor of Arts - 2005
- Major: English
- Minor: Spanish
Bar Admissions
- Nebraska, 2008
- Iowa, 2014
- U.S. District Court District of Nebraska, 2008
Professional Associations
- Nebraska State Bar Association, Member
- Nebraska State Bar Association - Workers' Compensation Section, Member
- Iowa State Bar Association, Member
- Iowa State Bar Association - Workers' Compensation Section, Member
- Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys, Member
- Iowa Association for Justice, Member
- Iowa Association for Justice - Workers' Compensation Section, Core Group Member
- Nebraska State Bar Association - Young Lawyers Division, Member, Present
- Iowa Association of Workers' Compensation Lawyers, Member, Present
- Nebraska State Bar Association - Leadership Academy Graduate 2018
- Nebraska Judicial Nomination Commission - Workers' Compensation Court, Attorney Member (elected position)
Practice Areas
- Workers' Compensation
- Personal Injury
- Wrongful Death
Honors
- In 2019, Brynne was elected by her fellow Nebraska lawyers to serve a 4 year term as an attorney member of the Judicial Nominating Commission for the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Court. Her term runs through January 2023.
References
- Pearson v. Archer-Daniels-Midland Milling Co., 282 Neb. 400 (2011)
- Pearson v. Archer-Daniels-Midland Milling Co., 285 Neb. 568 (2013)
- Rodgers v. Nebraska State Fair, 288 Neb. 92 (2014)
- Potter v. McCulla, 288 Neb. 741 (2014)
- Carr v. Ganz, 26 Neb. App. 14 (2018)
- Dragon v. Cheesecake Factory, 300 Neb. 548 (2018)
- Fentress v. Westin, Inc., 304 Neb. 619 (2019)
- Spratt v. Crete Carrier Corp., 311 Neb. 262 (2021)