Housing Court Departments & Leadership
Cleveland Housing Court has four departments that work together to successfully serve the citizens of Cleveland and Bratenahl.
The Administrative Department
The Administrative Department of Cleveland Housing Court is led by a dynamic team committed to excellence in court operations, human resources, and public service.
The Housing Court Specialists Department
Led by the Chief Housing Court Specialist, this department is a unique part of Housing Court, as it is comprised of court employees who work as probation officers and who also offer information and assistance in housing matters with the City of Cleveland.
The Magistrates Department
The experienced magistrates who make up this department, alongside staff attorneys and coordinators, hear and rule on civil cases, conduct research and interface with case participants regarding hearing dates, evidence, etc.
The Bailiff Department
A team of law enforcement professionals responsible for the safety and security of the Cleveland Housing Court, its employees and the public that it serves. Court bailiffs are authorized to provide physical enforcement to execute all official court orders, service court documentation, conduct evictions to retrieve properties of landlords, and provide a level of security that ensures a safe environment in which to conduct court business.
