About Kevin K.
Kevin K — Russell is a seasoned appellate attorney based in Bethesda, Maryland. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in appeals and appellate litigation. His practice is anchored at Goldstein & Russell, P.C., a firm renowned for its focus on appellate cases. The firm’s office is located at 7475 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 850, Bethesda, MD 20814. This strategic location allows Mr. Russell to effectively serve clients throughout the region and beyond. Mr. Russell earned his Juris Doctor from Yale Law School in 1994, a prestigious institution known for producing influential legal minds. Prior to his legal education, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in 1991.
His academic background laid a strong foundation for his legal career. Admitted to the Maryland State Bar in 1996, Mr. Russell has been an active member ever since. In addition to Maryland, he has been licensed to practice in the District of Columbia since 2005, adding to his legal reach. His appellate practice spans multiple federal circuits, including the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 9th, and 10th Circuits. This extensive geographical coverage showcases his versatility and ability to navigate complex legal fields. Mr. Russell is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and the Federal Circuit, highlighting his qualifications for handling high-stakes cases at the highest levels of the judiciary.
Throughout his career, Mr. Russell has been involved in significant appellate cases that have shaped legal precedents. Notably, in 2018, he was part of the legal team representing the Maryland State Bar Association. They filed an amicus brief in support of the motion to dismiss the Department of Justice's complaint in U.S. v. Russell — This case underscored his commitment to defending the interests of the legal community. More recently, in 2025, he was associated with the case United States of America et al v. Russell et al, 1:2025cv02029, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.
His involvement in such cases reflects his ongoing engagement with critical legal issues. In summary, Kevin K — Russell is an experienced appellate attorney with a distinguished career spanning over three decades. His extensive practice across various federal circuits and his involvement in significant appellate cases underscore his expertise and commitment to the field of appellate law. As a member of both the Maryland State Bar and the District of Columbia Bar, Mr. Russell continues to contribute to the legal profession through his work at Goldstein & Russell, P.C. His dedication to appellate litigation makes him a valuable asset to his clients and the legal community at large.
