Atty. Glenn M. Cooper

Atty. Glenn M. Cooper

Glenn M. Cooper is the chair and senior member of the firm’s Litigation and Family Law practices.

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Profile Summary

About Glenn M. Cooper at a glance

Glenn M. Cooper is a family law, business, litigation, and adr attorney based in Bethesda, Maryland, practicing at Lerch, Early & Brewer Chartered. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar and Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association. Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1973) and University of Maryland (BA, 1970). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration (2026). Serands clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Glenn M. Cooper is the chair and senior member of the firm’s Litigation and Family Law practices
  • He frequently appears before federal and state courts at both the trial and appellate levels, and before arbitration panels and professional disciplinary boards
  • The majority of his practice is devoted to complex business, financial, commercial and domestic litigation involving significant business issues
  • A number of Mr. Cooper’s cases have helped shape the current state of the law in a number of areas
  • He is among a select group of active lawyers who have briefed and argued multiple civil cases in Maryland’s Court of Appeals, the state’s highest court which only accepts cases that involve issues of significant public importance
  • He has also earned the respect of his colleagues, having represented a number of lawyers and law firms in Montgomery County

Practice Areas Explained

Glenn M. Cooper's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Glenn M. Cooper handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Glenn M. Cooper is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bethesda are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Glenn M. Cooper

Where is Glenn M. Cooper's law office located?
Glenn M. Cooper's law practice is located in Bethesda, Maryland. The firm is Lerch, Early & Brewer Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Glenn M. Cooper handle?
Glenn M. Cooper focuses on family law, business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
Where did Glenn M. Cooper go to law school?
Glenn M. Cooper earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (BA, 1970).
How can I contact Glenn M. Cooper for a consultation?
You can contact Glenn M. Cooper directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Glenn M. Cooper received?
Glenn M. Cooper's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Washingtonian Magazine - Top Divorce Attorney.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1973
BA
University of Maryland
- 1970

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washingtonian Magazine - Top Divorce Attorney
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Top 10 Super Lawyers (2015)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Top 50 Super Lawyers (2009-2011)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Top 100 Super Lawyers (2012-2015)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washington D.C. Top 100 Super Lawyers (2008-2014)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Super Lawyers (2007-2015)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washington D.C. Super Lawyers (2007-2014)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law, Washington (DC)
- 2014

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar
Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association

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