Celebrating Women’s History Month
Each March, Cleveland Housing Court joins communities across the nation in recognizing Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on the achievements, leadership, and lasting contributions of women throughout American history.
Women have played a vital role in shaping our legal system, strengthening public institutions, serving communities, and advancing fairness, access, and accountability in civic life. Their work continues to influence the courts, the legal profession, public administration, education, advocacy, and the systems that support the wellbeing of our communities.
Throughout the month, Cleveland Housing Court will feature women whose service, leadership, and professionalism help advance the Court’s mission and contribute to the administration of justice.
Treazure Benton
Treazure Benton serves as a Deputy Bailiff for the Cleveland Municipal Court, Housing Division. Born and raised in Cleveland, she grew up in a household grounded in public service and hard work. Her mother served the City of Cleveland for 30 years as a law enforcement officer, while her father worked as a roofer with Westside Roofing.
Treazure graduated from South High School in 2010 and continued her education at Central State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. During her college years, she worked as a summer intern with Earle B. Turner in the Clerk of Courts Civil Division while raising her first son. She graduated with honors, earning cum laude distinction and multiple placements on the Dean’s List.
After graduating in 2015, Treazure began her career with the Clerk of Courts Criminal Division. She first served as a cashier before becoming a data entry specialist, working closely with the judges of the Cleveland Municipal Court. In 2023, she joined Cleveland Housing Court as a Deputy Bailiff, where she supports courtroom operations and assists the public as they navigate the court process.
Treazure values integrity, fairness, and compassion in both her professional and personal life. Outside of her work with the Court, she is active in her church community and participates in small group Bible studies. She is also the proud mother of two sons and is dedicated to helping others and encouraging kindness, respect, and generosity within the community.
During Women’s History Month, Cleveland Housing Court proudly recognizes Treazure Benton for her dedication to public service and her commitment to supporting fairness, respect, and professionalism within the Court and the community.
