LINCOLN- Marla Fischer has been appointed by the Nebraska Supreme Court to serve as the new director of the Office of Public Guardian, an office established by the Legislature in 2014 to serve as a conservator for someone when no other alternative or family member is available.

Fischer previously served as deputy director of the office, and has more than nine years of experience with Nebraska's Judicial Branch. The office also provides education, training, and support for volunteer and family guardians and conservators.

Recruiting such people to serve in guardian roles for Nebraska's vulnerable residents is another function of the office. Fischer is set to replace Michelle Chaffee, who retired from the role in early June after serving for 14 years in the court system.

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