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ARTICLE · 09 MARCH 2016

Court Of Chancery Announces Morgan Zurn As Master In Chancery

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On March 2, 2016, the Court of Chancery announced the appointment of Morgan Zurn as a Master in Chancery.

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p>On March 2, 2016, the Court of Chancery announced the appointment of Morgan Zurn as a Master in Chancery.  The Masters adjudicate cases assigned to them by the Court and play an important administrative role in ensuring that the Court handles its case load in a timely manner, particularly in the sensitive areas of trusts and estates and guardianships.

Ms. Zurn previously served as a Deputy Attorney General at the Delaware Department of Justice, since 2009. During her tenure with the Attorney General's Office, Ms. Zurn worked in the Consumer Protection Unit and most recently with the Appeals Unit.

To review a press release issued by the Court on this appointment, click here.

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