Judge Teresa S. Bennett: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

CA Bar #: 138144 (December 1988)

Appointed By: Gov. Arnold A. Schwarzenegger

Biography

Overview

The Hon. Teresa M. Bennett (Ret.) was a judge for the San Bernardino County Superior Court in California[1][2]. Bennett was appointed to the bench by former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in 2006. She retired on July 24, 2023[1].

While on the bench, her assignments included a family law calendar[2].

Educational background

Bennett earned a B.A. from the University of California, San Diego, in 1975. At the University of La Verne College of Law, she completed a J.D. in 1988. Before law school, Bennett worked as a driver for a Superior Court judge in the late 1970s and early 1980s, an experience that led her to pursue a legal career[2]. She was admitted to the State Bar of California (December 1988).

Career history

After her admission to the bar, Bennett began her legal career as a deputy public defender with the Office of the Public Defender of San Bernardino County (1989 to 2006). Her professional activities also included participation in the Association of Defense Counsel at The Hague, in the Netherlands. Through that work, she was qualified to represent individuals accused of war crimes in the former Yugoslavia.

Her later professional service included participation as a Judicial Master and moderator in educational programs hosted by the Western San Bernardino County Bar Association[3].

Personal life

Outside the courtroom, Bennett was a member of the Assistance League. She also co-chaired the Missions and Services Commission Church of the Brethren.

In personal pursuits, Bennett spoke French fluently. She also ran marathons over a ten-year span[2].

References

[1] San Bernardino Superior Court — Welcomes New Judge Christopher Hayes
[2] Daily Journal — Judicial Profile of Teresa Bennett
[3] Western San Bernardino County Bar Association Bulletin

Recent Cases by Hon. Teresa S. Bennett

JACQUELINE TORRES -v- JORGE BATIZ CHACON Print

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Jun 02, 2025

Soliz Guzman, Misael

On October 11, 2024 a dissolution w/o minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Dissolution w/o Minor Children

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Apr 10, 2026

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Jan 06, 2024

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Dec 03, 2023

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On June 28, 2023 a dv prevention w/o minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Jun 28, 2023

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May 18, 2025

Coulson, Antony

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Dissolution w/o Minor Children

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Jul 12, 2026

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On June 28, 2023 a dissolution w/ minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Jun 28, 2023

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May 18, 2025

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On June 26, 2023 a dv prevention w/o minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Jun 26, 2023

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May 18, 2025

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On June 22, 2023 a dv prevention w/o minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Jun 22, 2023

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Sep 13, 2023

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On June 22, 2023 a dv prevention w/o minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Jun 22, 2023

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Sep 13, 2023

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Apr 28, 2023

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May 22, 2023

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On April 27, 2023 a dv prevention w/o minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Apr 27, 2023

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May 17, 2023

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Apr 26, 2023

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May 20, 2023

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Apr 20, 2023

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May 11, 2023

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Apr 19, 2023

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May 11, 2023

Gabriella Olivas -v- Matthew Thomas Print

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Apr 19, 2023

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May 11, 2023

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Apr 19, 2023

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May 25, 2025

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Apr 13, 2023

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May 12, 2023

Monique Robertson -v- Bryan Morataya Print

On April 11, 2023 a dv prevention w/ minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Apr 11, 2023

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May 04, 2023

Michelle Sierra -v- Christian Ramirez Garibay Print

On April 6, 2023 a dv prevention w/o minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Apr 06, 2023

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May 17, 2023

JASMINE HENDERSON -v- DA'SHAUN LEON Print

On April 3, 2023 a dv prevention w/ minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

Filed

Apr 03, 2023

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Dismissal

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Apr 26, 2023

LILLIANA MALDONADO -v- MARIO CAMACHO JR Print

On March 30, 2023 a dv prevention w/ minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Mar 30, 2023

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Dismissal

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May 11, 2023

SARAH CHECCHI -v- KWMAINE HARRISON Print

On March 28, 2023 a dv prevention w/ minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Mar 28, 2023

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Apr 19, 2023

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On March 28, 2023 a dv prevention w/o minor children case was filed in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. Judge Teresa S. Bennett presiding.

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Mar 28, 2023

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Judge

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Superior

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Court Category

DV Prevention w/o Minor Children

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Family

Matter Type

Domestic Violence

Case Last Refreshed

May 17, 2023

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About

Teresa S. Bennett
Current Appointment San Bernardino County Superior Court	San Bernardino County Superior Court
Education J.D., University of La Verne College of Law - 1988 B.A., University of California, San Diego - 1975	J.D., University of La Verne College of Law - 1988 B.A., University of California, San Diego - 1975

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Current Court:	CA - San Bernardino County Superior Court
Clerk phone:	+1 (909) 521-3534
Family Law Information:	+1 (909) 521-3136
Family Law Calendar Information:	+1 (909) 521-3125
Family Court Services:	+1 (909) 521-3180