LINCOLN— Retired Nebraska Supreme Court Justice Lindsey Miller-Lerman was honored with a portrait in the historic Lawyers Room at the Nebraska State Capitol, becoming the first woman represented among the 70 former justices displayed there. Miller-Lerman, who served on the court from 1998 until her retirement in 2025, reflected on her career and said she hopes she made a difference both through her legal work and her influence on the court's culture.
The article highlights the significance of her achievement as Nebraska’s first female Supreme Court justice, more than 130 years after statehood. Current Chief Justice Jeffrey Funke said her portrait serves as an inspiration for future generations, especially young women interested in the legal profession. The story also notes that while women remain underrepresented on the Nebraska Supreme Court, Miller-Lerman helped pave the way for greater diversity in the judiciary.
The article concludes with a story from Capitol tour guide Roxanne Smith, who recalled a fourth-grade student realizing after learning about Miller-Lerman’s appointment that “girls are as important as boys,” underscoring the broader impact of her historic role.
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