The Hofmarschall (Lord Chamberlain) was a central figure at every princely court. He was responsible for all organizational matters, and court staff reported to him. In addition, every guest had to register at his office. The dukes of Weissenfels also entrusted such officials with diplomatic duties. Hanns Moritz, father of legendary Saxon prime minister Heinrich von Brühl, served as the ducal Hofmarschall from 1705 to 1714 and as chief Hofmarschall from 1720 on.