Dimitri C.
Project Manager @City of Atlanta
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WORK HISTORY
Project Manager @City of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA, US
Lead cross-functional legal projects on Safe and Secure Housing within the Office of the City Solicitor, including litigation, compliance, and docket management.Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including task assignments, resource needs, and dependencies.Partner with solicitors and program director to monitor project performance, identify risks, and adjust course as needed.Implement process improvements and best practices in legal service delivery.Contribute to the development and implementation of Legal Operations strategies.Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives.Identify and mitigate risks and issues proactively.Provide direction and support to project team members.Prepare and deliver regular status reports to stakeholders and senior leadership.Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.Facilitate post-project evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives.Reliably conducting thorough and complex research on legal issues, policy, and procedural standards, providing analysis, and preparing memoranda/summaries of the same. Supporting strategic transaction projects, including, but not limited to, regulatory research projects, and code/policy/certificate/plan document provision updates that meet City objectives.Collaborating with solicitors on case strategy to successfully close the matter.Serving as liaison between (SASHI) solicitors, client(s), and third parties on matters by providing updates, requesting additional information as appropriate, and responding to general inquiriesAttending or listening to City Council meetings, as applicable to projects the Safe and Secure Housing team supports, and preparing notesAttend court proceedings to provide logistical and administrative support to solicitors throughout case preparation and hearings.Periodically providing guidance and training to other paralegals and legal secretaries.
EDUCATION
The University of Georgia
Paralegal Certificate, Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Quincy College
Associate's degree, Criminal Justice and Corrections
ABOUT DIMITRI C.
Dimitri Cooper (D.K.) is a highly experienced and versatile legal professional with a strong background in paralegal services, municipal court operations, government compliance, and legal technology. With a career spanning roles in both local government and private practice, Dimitri has built a reputation for providing critical legal and administrative support in high-stakes environments. Currently serving as a Paralegal V with the City of Atlanta’s Office of the City Solicitor, he plays a key role in the Safe and Secure Housing Initiative (SASHI), ensuring compliance with housing codes and facilitating legal proceedings related to public safety. Dimitri also serves as the Warrant Clerk II for the City of Union City, where he manages criminal warrant processing and case updating and supports the Municipal Court Clerk\'s Office. His previous work with the Georgia Department of Community Health demonstrates his ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and contribute to the legal integrity of state health benefit programs. With certifications from institutions such as HarvardX, the University of Georgia, and UPenn Law, along with hands-on experience in court operations, elections technology, and customer support, Dimitri blends legal acumen with technological fluency. His skill set includes legal research, document preparation, software systems management, and interagency coordination, making him a valuable asset in any legal or governmental setting.
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