DeKalb County Courthouse
556 North McDonough Street
Suite 3210
Decatur, GA 30030
404-371-2715
Monday through Friday
8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Court Administrator
Edwin T. Bell is an accomplished public sector executive with a distinguished career spanning nearly 30 years. He serves as the Court Administrator and Chief Administrative Officer of the court where he oversees many of the courts administrative and non-judicial operations. Prior to this role he served as the Executive Director of Association Management and Court Partnerships for the National Center for State Courts. Edwin holds both Bachelor of Science and MBA degrees, as well as numerous court management and leadership certifications.
Additionally, he has earned the Public Leadership Credential from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, and is a Fellow of the Institute for Court Management. Edwin’s journey is defined by his visionary leadership. He possesses a rare ability to drive change, build impactful partnerships, and spearhead transformative initiatives. His unwavering commitment to justice continues to leave an indelible mark on the organizations in which he works and within the community in which he lives.
In his role with the DeKalb County State Court, Edwin provides executive oversight and strategic direction for the Court Administration division, ensuring that all operational, technological, and programmatic functions run with efficiency, transparency, and accountability. His leadership spans a wide range of mission‑critical areas that support the court’s daily operations and long‑term modernization goals.
Administrative Support
Edwin oversees the administrative teams responsible for coordinating daily court operations, managing communications, supporting judicial chambers, and ensuring timely and accurate processing of court documents and public inquiries.
Information Technology Division
He directs the IT Division, which manages the court’s digital infrastructure, case management systems, cybersecurity protocols, hardware and software support, and technology modernization initiatives that improve access, reliability, and user experience for staff and the public.
Program Management
Edwin leads a comprehensive portfolio of programmatic functions that sustain the court’s operational and fiscal health, including: