DECATUR, GA– DeKalb County Chief Executive Officer Lorraine Cochran-Johnson has appointed William “Bill” Linkous III as County Attorney, bringing seasoned leadership, institutional knowledge, and legal excellence to one of the most critical roles in County government.

“Bill Linkous is a respected legal strategist with decades of experience guiding local governments through complex challenges,” said Cochran-Johnson. “As we implement a bold agenda for DeKalb County, we need steady, principled leadership in our legal office, and Bill brings that in abundance. His return is not only a homecoming, but a tremendous asset for our future.”

Linkous, a veteran government attorney, previously served as DeKalb County Attorney and Chief Assistant County Attorney, where he advised on major governance,

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