Camp Springs, MD

After graduating from both Virginia Tech and William and Mary’s School of Law, John Goss jumpstarted his legal career in 1977 with the Tidewater Legal Aid Society in Norfolk, Virginia. For four years, he represented disability claimants living in the Tidewater region of Virginia in Social Security Administrative courts, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, and in the United States Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. He continued to represent disability claimants when he entered private practice in 1982 and has successfully represented thousands of claimants over the years of his legal career. When Mr. Goss entered private practice in 1982, he also began representing victims of accidental injuries caused by the negligence of others. He established the law firm of Goss & Fentress that same year of 1982 and has welcomed additional attorneys to the firm over the years. Past Director of the National Organization of Social Security Claims Representatives (NOSSCR). 2016 American Bar Association’s Pro Bono Award. Within his 45 years of practice, Goss has received the American Bar Association’s 2016 Pro Bono Award for his advocacy work in the Appalachia hills of Kentucky. Whether he is presenting his case to an administrative law judge or to a jury, John Goss takes great dignity in being the most prepared and the most determined advocate he can be in advancing the cause of justice for his client.

Russ Fentress began his legal career in 1987, representing victims of personal injury accidents after graduating from the University of Richmond and the University of Baltimore’s School of Law. In 1994, he joined with John Goss to form the firm now known as Goss & Fentress, and at that time began representing disability claimants in Social Security Administrative courts in Virginia, North Carolina, and in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. After he became licensed to practice law in North Carolina, the firm’s practice expanded to include representing accident victims in that state as well. He continues to represent disability claimants, injured accident victims, and disabled veterans. Fentress has been in active practice now for 35 years, currently back in the city he graduated from. Russ Fentress takes great pride as a lawyer in being able to help people fight the giant insurance companies and fight through the federal government’s red tape. His passion is winning benefits & monetary awards that fairly compensate his clients for what they rightfully deserve.

John F.X. Costello

John F.X. Costello handles primarily serious personal injury matters including wrongful death, medical malpractice, and catastrophic injury. John has been trying personal injury cases in Maryland and Washington, DC for over 30 years and has earned a reputation as a highly effective and personable attorney. As a testament to his dedication and ability, it is common for fellow lawyers and judges to refer cases to John. Throughout his career, John has recovered verdicts and settlements on behalf of injured clients with a combined value over $100 million. A Washington, DC native, John’s practice has been based in Prince George’s County, Maryland his entire career. He has served as lead counsel in hundreds of jury and non-jury trials. John prides himself on being a tireless advocate on behalf of his clients. The vast majority of John’s cases are referrals from former clients.

Since founding his own law practice in 1980, Robert H. Silberman became one of Maryland’s most prominent lawyers, providing clients a complete range of legal services, but with an emphasis on Social Security Disability claims and personal injury litigation. His firm was listed in The Best Lawyers in America and has received the highest rating (AV) for professional and ethical standards by Martindale-Hubbell. After over 45 years of active practice, he now is “of counsel” to Goss and Fentress, bringing a rare combination of experience, talent, enthusiasm, and a demonstrated commitment to public service.

Ryan T. Edwards

Ryan Edwards has been in practice since 2001. His focus is on the defense of premises liability cases along with personal injury matters. Mr. Edwards has tried numerous cases to verdict before judges and juries, been involved in numerous appeals, and has practiced at all levels of the Maryland court system, as well as tried cases in the District of Columbia. While the bulk of Mr. Edwards’ trial experience is in the realm of personal injury and premises liability cases, he also has handled cases dealing with contract issues, estate and probate matters, and criminal cases. Ryan was born and raised in Maryland. Ryan attended Good Counsel High School in Wheaton and graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a BS in Business and a BA in History. While attending law school at The Catholic University of America, Ryan began as a law clerk with McCarthy & Costello, LLP in Lanham, Maryland. Upon graduation, Ryan began practice with McCarthy & Costello, LLP. Continuing his practice with the law firm of John FX Costello & Associates, LLC, Ryan has been a Partner with Costello & Edwards, LLC since 2011.