Meet Brett
A lifelong Clevelander, Brett is a proud father of two sons and a graduate of Benedictine High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from Morehouse College, where he was instilled with values of leadership and service—principles that have shaped his life and career. After graduating from Morehouse College in Atlanta, he returned home to Cleveland where he earned a law degree from Case Western Reserve University.
Brett has always had a great respect for the law and justice. His father, Earle C. Horton, has been a practicing attorney for over 50 years, and his stepmother, Mabel Jasper, served as a judge on the Cleveland Municipal Court for more than a decade. Through their influence, Brett learned that justice must be applied fairly and that every person before the court deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.
With 30 years of legal experience representing key organizations that serve Cleveland, including the City of Cleveland, the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority, the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, and Step Forward, plus his strong experience as Cleveland Municipal Court Judge, he has a deep understanding of the issues facing the community, and is both experienced and compassionate in delivering justice for all.
Brett’s commitment to Cleveland extends beyond the courtroom. He has dedicated his life to mentorship and community service, actively educating, advising, and mentoring our youth through The Law and Leadership Institute, 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland, Cleveland Freedom, speaking engagements in Cleveland schools, and invitations to his courtroom.
Embodying the motto "What They See Is What They'll Be," he understands the importance of demonstrating integrity, hard work, and fairness.