Fred Luedde Coover III

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Fred Luedde Coover III

also known as Fred L. Coover, "Chip"

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Columbia, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Real Estate, Litigation ... +3 more

10500 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 420, Columbia, MD

About Fred

Biography

30+ years serving Howard County, MD in Family Law, Real Estate & Civil Litigation. Call us today!

Fred L. Coover, Esquire Providing thoughtful and effective representation for over 30 years.

Fred L. Coover, Esquire Providing thoughtful and effective representation for over 30 years.

Fred L. Coover, Esquire Providing thoughtful and effective representation for over 30 years.

Fred L. Coover, Esquire Providing thoughtful and effective representation for over 30 years.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

If you are looking to end your marriage, Attorney Coover can help you through this. Chances are good it will be an emotionally trying and difficult period in your life. You will need a lawyer that is compassionate yet aggressive.

40 years

25%
Real Estate 20%

Premier Real Estate Attorneys serving the needs of Real Estate Professionals; Project and Property Owners; and Developers throughout central Maryland, including Baltimore, Carroll and Howard counties.

40 years

20%
Child Custody 15%

Your children are your most important asset. To make sure your parenting schedule is fair to both parents, call Attorney Coover today for a case evaluation.

40 years

15%
Family 15%

Attorney Coover is a premier family law attorney that can help you with your family legal needs. He has over 34 years of experience helping people in Maryland through their family issues. Give him a call now.

40 years

15%
Litigation 15%

Premier Litigation Attorneys providing aggressive representation throughout central Maryland, including Baltimore, Carroll and Howard counties in all aspects of civil litigation and arbitration.

40 years

15%
Business 10%

Premier Business Law Attorneys providing experienced representation to small and medium business located throughout central Maryland, including Baltimore, Carroll and Howard counties.

40 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2021 2020
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Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 40 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Coover Law Firm, LLC

10500 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 420, Columbia, MD, 21044-3563

cooverlaw.com/

Online Presence

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Fred Luedde Coover III's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

50 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent advice delivered with compassion and clarity

I just finished my introductory consultation with Mr. Coover and am so relieved to have found the perfect attorney to guide me through the process of drafting a Marital Settlement Agreement with my husband of 25-years with the goal of divorcing. At the beginning of the hour session, I was feeling he...lpless, overwhelmed, paralyzed with fear, and hopeless. By the end -- thanks to Mr. Coover's empathy, calm demeanor, and clear advice -- I felt much calmer. He helped me see a path forward and offered real guidance, supported by years of experience, on best practices to begin civilly conversing with my husband about an actionable plan for our future. Mr. Coover encouraged me to listen to my husband and reminded me the goal is resolution, not confrontation. He was honest about the costs associated with the process. He constantly reminded me that I would be okay - a message I truly needed to hear. While discussing the legal big picture, he intermittently acknowledged my fears and emotions. Because I felt understood and validated, I was much better able to process the legal advice and information he slowly and methodically presented. I am beyond grateful to have found a lawyer I know will represent me well and who will help me maintain my dignity, decorum, and grace through this difficult process.

Posted by Matthew | January 20, 2021 | Divorce & Separation

Initial divorce consultation

I found Chip to be very experienced and personable. He was supportive of my desired approach to my divorce while giving me the advice I needed to hear. I’m glad that Chip was recommended to me as I feel more confident and comfortable with the process going forward.

Posted by Cathy | December 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate and competent!

Going through a divorce is a emotionally difficult process. It is essential that you have a lawyer who is knowledgeable but also caring about how you are doing at each step. Thus is achieved by having someone who can explain the process, give you a realistic appraisal of your situation and will do a...ll in his power to help you achieve your goals. Attorney Coover and his team excel in all areas of this process. He always made sure I understood everything and respected my wishes. He knows that divorce is not where any of us thought we’d end up and respected the time it took to make sure I was comfortable at each step. I would recommend him highly.

Posted by Chris | September 25, 2020 | Divorce & Separation

Consultation

I recently had a great experience with Mr. Coover during a consultation regarding a post-divorce custody modification. While explaining to Chip my situation, he almost finished my sentences he was so familiar with what I was going through. He completely understood and presented me with a number of op...tions. It was an outstanding consultation and I actually wish I would have used Chip for my divorce. Whenever I decide to make my next move regarding my current custody arrangement I will be sure to use Chip, 100%, hands-down.

Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Hiring Fred "Chip" Coover was the best decision that I could have made regarding my divorce

Chip and his staff have been extremely proactive and aggressive in helping me over the last two years in my extremely complicated divorce case. I would recomomend anyone that needs a divorce attorney in the Howard County to consider Chip Coover. The net results of my trial were extremely positive as... a result of the tremendous effort that Chip and his team provided

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Fred Luedde Coover III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Thomas Beach

Litigation lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Coover adheres to the highest ethical standards and is efficient and attentive to his clients and the law governing their cases. Works diligently with local bar assoc. and State bar. I would recommend him for the bench and would refer clients to him."

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Michael DeHaven

Litigation lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Chip in a case where he represented a party and I represented non-parties who were served deposition and trial subpoenas that the Court ultimately found were defective. I observed his courtroom demeanor and found him to be one of the best litigators that I've seen in my 25 years of trying cases in both the civil and criminal courts throughout Maryland. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of any type of litigation matter, especially in Howard County."

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Theodore Godfrey

Land use and zoning lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for Chip Coover 12 years ago and I have rarely seen an attorney more energetically committed to delivering what clients want and maintaining high standards. There are a lot of different styles and ways of practicing law well, and I am glad that I got to experience his high-energy, high-intensity approach as a young associate. I have referred clients to his practice in Howard County land use matters and would do so gladly in the future, given the opportunity."

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Lauren Benko

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fred is one of the most professional, knowledgeable, and experienced attorneys with whom I have had the pleasure of coming in contact. He is thorough, well-prepared, and is current with changes in the law. More importantly, he has integrity and is honest. He zealously advocates for his clients, exercises sound judgment, and is able to seamlessly interface with a variety of individuals. I offer my highest recommendation."

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Stephen Awalt

Litigation lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Fred off and on for 30 years. I have found him to be a reliable colleague, and savvy litigator, so much so that I have referred some of my best clients to him, with excellent results."

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Anne Laynor

Litigation lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chip is thoughtful, thorough and very experienced. He is well regarded in our legal community."

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John Lanzi

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Always fully prepared for trial and definitely one of the best trial lawyers I have had the pleasure of working with and observing."

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Fred Silverstein

Litigation lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Chip has been and continues to grow into one of the brightest and most thoughtful attorneys in the area of complex litigation. He appears tireless in his efforts to assist his clients."

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Ronald Drescher

Real estate lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Mr. Coover for over fifteen years as a professional colleague. During this time Mr. Coover has impressed me with his intellect, steady manner and high moral character. Mr. Coover demonstrates a "no nonsense" demeanor that strikes directly at the heart of legal and personal issues, and his ethical standards are at the highest level. Moreover, Mr. Coover tends to leave no stone unturned when addressing the problems of his clients. I strongly endorse Fred Coover."

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James Brewer

Litigation lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Coover over 25 years. He is an excellent attorney who is always well prepared, knows the applicable law, and always has the best interest of his clients foremost."

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David Burkhouse

Litigation lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chip is well known in the community as a knowledgeable and zealous advocate for his client interests. I worked with Chip on a complex litigation matter several years ago and was thoroughly impressed with his civility, professionalism, and skill as a litigator."

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Andre McDonald

Elder law lawyer

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John Lanzi

Land use and zoning lawyer

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Anne Laynor

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David Burkhouse

Employment and labor lawyer

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Ronald Drescher

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Fred Silverstein

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1985

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Member, Coover Law Firm, LLC

2002 - 2012

Managing Member, Coover & Barr, LLC

1993 - 2002

Managing Member, Law Offices of Fred L. Coover, P.C.

1992 - 1993

Partner, Coover & Lanzi

1988 - 1989

Prosecuting Attorney, State's Attorney's Office For Howard County

1986 - 1992

Associate, Law Offices of Fred Howard Silverstein

Associations

2001 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association Committee for the Resolution of Fee Disputes

Vice Chair

1990 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

1989 - Present

District of Columbia Court of Appeals

Admitted to Practice

1987 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Maryland

Admitted to Practice

1985 - Present

Howard County Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Trustees of the Union Chapel, Inc.

President & Chairman of the Board

1985 - Present

Maryland Court of Appeals

Admitted to Practice

Maryland Association for Justice

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Rohrbach v. Authsec, Inc.

Plaintiff's Verdict-$1,978,000.00

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Education

1985

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Baltimore

MA - Masters of Business Administration

1980

Towson University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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