
About I.S. Law Firm
Attorneys at Law
Founded by attorney Ismail Shahtakhtinski I.S. Law Firm is structured to provide excellent legal services with individual attention to the specific needs of each and every client, all at the most reasonable cost. We have helped thousands to immigrate to the United States, establish businesses in the US, and get compensated for their injuries.
Our lawyers work closely with experienced multi-lingual support staff to achieve the most favorable outcome for our clients. We speak English, Spanish, Korean, Turkish, Russian, Ukrainian, Amharic, and Azerbaijani languages.
Our firm is built on more than just legal knowledge — it’s built on people. We understand that behind every case is a life, a challenge, and a story that deserves to be heard. That’s why we approach every client with a steady hand, a sharp mind, and a calm, focused presence.
Whether in the courtroom or at the negotiating table, we never lose sight of what matters most: your confidence, your future, and your voice.
Let us be your legal anchor every step of the way.
Trusted Advocacy. Proven Results.
People you can trust.

Ismail T. Shahtakhtinski, Esq.
Founder & Principal Attorney
Mr. Shahtakhtinski has developed experience in a broad range of civil matters including immigration law, personal injury, insurance coverage, and litigation. In the past, Mr. Shahtakhtinski represented number of Washington, DC area businesses, international corporations, foreign governments, and individuals in their legal matters.
Through many years of his legal practice, Ismail represented numerous asylum seekers from various parts of the world, including dissidents whose government’s issued false Interpol Red Notices on account of their political opinions. Attorney Shahtakhtinski is frequently invited as a panelist to forums and conferences on matters involving US immigration laws, international laws, and human rights. He is often interviewed by various US and international media outlets on developments in US laws.

Furkan Bayraktar, Esq.
Attorney
Attorney Furkan graduated from the Master of Laws (LL.M.) program at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, and he is licensed to practice law in the State of Connecticut. Furkan has a strong experience in human rights and immigration law with a focus on asylum, removal defense, and Interpol Red Notice defense. Prior to his experience with I.S. Law Firm, Furkan participated in voluntary projects where he helped clients with their humanitarian relief applications.
He had further opportunities to test his knowledge and skills when he was selected to represent his university at the 2022 International Migration and Refugee Law Moot Court Competition, at which his team was granted the Best Written Pleading Award.

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