I.S. Law Firm, PLLC

I.S. Law Firm, PLLC IMMIGRATION LAW FIRM, USA
Attorney Ismail Shahtakhtinski
Immigration | Business | Personal Injury Founded by attorney Ismail Shahtakhtinski, I.S. I.S. At I.S.

Law Firm, PLLC, has over 16 years of proven expertise in the following practice areas:

☑️ IMMIGRATION: We handle a wide range of immigration matters, including asylum, family-based immigration, business and work immigration, naturalization and citizenship, students and visitors, deportation and removal, criminal history, and NIW/ extraordinary/ outstanding immigration cases.

☑️ BUSINESS LAW: Whe

ther you're starting your own business or involved in international trade, our firm provides comprehensive assistance with commercial transactions and contracts, international trade and customs, as well as effective representation in disputes and litigation.

☑️ PERSONAL INJURY: Our dedicated team is experienced in handling personal injury cases involving concussion brain injuries, premises liability, traffic accidents, wrongful death, and medical malpractice. Law Firm is committed to delivering excellent legal services tailored to each client's specific needs. We prioritize building strong and long-term relationships by offering personal attention, fostering open dialogue, and providing affordable rates. By focusing on individual attention, we deeply understand our client's legal needs and develop comprehensive solutions across multiple practice areas. Over the years, we have successfully assisted thousands of individuals in immigrating to the United States, establishing businesses, and obtaining compensation for their injuries. Our attorneys work closely with highly competent and multilingual support staff to ensure the best possible outcomes for our clients. We are fluent in English, Spanish, Korean, Turkish, Russian, Ukrainian, Amharic, and Azerbaijani. Located in Fairfax, Virginia, USA, I.S. Law Firm serves clients nationwide, offering legal services throughout the United States.

📲 To discuss your legal questions or schedule a consultation, please contact our Law Firm by phone at +1 (703) 527-1779, via email at [email protected], or by visiting our website at https://www.islawfirm.com/contact-us/. Law Firm, we are always ready to provide the assistance you need!

08/28/2026

One of the most expensive mistakes international investors make?

Building the business first and thinking about immigration later.

Your ownership structure, investment flow, source of funds, payroll, and business plan can all directly affect an E-2, EB-5, or other investor immigration case.

As Ismail Shahtakhtinski, Esq., Founder & Managing Attorney of I.S. Law Firm, explains, business strategy and immigration strategy should be built together, not separately.

If you are launching, acquiring, or investing in a U.S. business, pressure-test the structure before the money moves.

Next: E-2 Treaty Investor Visa - what the basic guides don’t tell you.

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Some reviews are the kind you want to read twice. ❤️Green Card approved. No interview.Behind that one short sentence are...
08/27/2026

Some reviews are the kind you want to read twice. ❤️

Green Card approved. No interview.

Behind that one short sentence are months of work, countless details, the right legal strategy, and a huge responsibility for someone who trusted us with their future.

It means even more to see words like these about Furkan Bayraktar, Attorney at I.S. Law Firm:

“He carefully reviewed the situation, identified the best strategy, and acted quickly on my behalf.”

This is exactly why we do this work, when a stressful, complicated process ends with good news, and the client says our team made the journey feel easier and less overwhelming.

Congratulations to our client on this new chapter in the United States. 🇺🇸
And thank you for trusting Furkan and the entire I.S. Law Firm team.

Your case deserves a strategy, not a template.

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🚨 TODAY, AUGUST 25 AT 6:00 PM ET - LIVE STREAMTRAVELING WITH A PENDING IMMIGRATION CASE: WHAT COULD GO WRONG?Advance Par...
08/25/2026

🚨 TODAY, AUGUST 25 AT 6:00 PM ET - LIVE STREAM

TRAVELING WITH A PENDING IMMIGRATION CASE: WHAT COULD GO WRONG?

Advance Parole • Asylee Travel Documents • Unlawful Presence Bars • Reentry Risks

Planning to travel outside the U.S. while your immigration case is still pending?

Join attorney Ismail Shahtakhtinski today as he discusses the risks you should understand before leaving the U.S., what to consider before traveling, and what could happen when you return.

💬 Have an immigration question? Ask it live!
Your question does not have to be related to today’s topic.

🕕 Today, August 25 at 6:00 PM ET, New York Time
🎙 Live Q&A with Attorney Ismail Shahtakhtinski

▶️ WATCH LIVE:
https://youtube.com/live/Cqq6zzKpL40?feature=share

Don’t miss it. One trip can change the course of an immigration case.

I.S. Law Firm, PLLC
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08/24/2026

❓ Can a criminal record stop you from becoming a U.S. citizen?

Not always.

An arrest, dismissed charge, or even certain convictions do not automatically mean that naturalization is impossible.

But this is where things can get complicated.

As Enara Shukurova, Senior Immigration Paralegal at I.S. Law Firm, explains, USCIS looks at much more than one line on your record. The type of offense, when it happened, the final outcome, your immigration history, and your ability to demonstrate good moral character can all matter.

⚠️ The bigger risk? Filing Form N-400 without knowing how USCIS may view your criminal history.

A citizenship application can bring old issues back under review, and in some cases, those issues may affect more than just the naturalization application.

Before you file, know exactly where you stand.

Thinking about applying for U.S. citizenship? Let us review your case first.

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❗ A federal court has struck down the State Department’s 75 country immigrant visa pause.That is important news. But I w...
08/22/2026

❗ A federal court has struck down the State Department’s 75 country immigrant visa pause.

That is important news. But I would be careful with headlines saying that the ban is simply “over.”

The government can still appeal the decision and may seek to keep the policy in place while the appeal is pending. We also need to see how the State Department and individual consulates actually implement the court’s ruling.

For applicants whose immigrant visa cases were refused or placed on hold because of this policy, I would not assume that the case is automatically reopened or that the visa will now be issued.

There is also another important date ahead: September 18, 2026, when the new public charge rule is scheduled to take effect.

In my view, that may become the more practical turning point in the broader public charge landscape.

So yes, this court decision is significant. But for now, my advice is simple: do not make decisions based only on a headline. Watch what happens next, review the specific history of your case, and wait for clear implementation guidance.

We will continue monitoring the court proceedings and the government’s response and will share updates as they develop.

Ismail T. Shahtakhtinski, Esq.
I.S. Law Firm, PLLC
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08/20/2026

If you received a two-year Green Card through marriage, your case does not end when the card is approved.

As Aigul Egemberdieva, Immigration Paralegal at I.S. Law Firm, explains, conditional permanent residents generally need to file Form I-751 to remove the conditions on their residence.

Timing matters. Evidence matters. And simply submitting photos is usually not enough.

USCIS wants to see a clear picture of a real shared life - joint residence, finances, taxes, insurance, travel, family records, and other supporting documents.

Divorce, separation, or other complications do not always mean you cannot file, but these cases require particularly careful preparation.

If your two-year Green Card is approaching expiration, do not wait until the last moment.

Schedule a consultation with I.S. Law Firm.

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08/19/2026

For international founders and investors, choosing where to establish a U.S. business can be just as important as choosing the right immigration path.

Ismail Shahtakhtinski, Esq., Founder & Managing Attorney of I.S. Law Firm, often recommends looking beyond the obvious choices like New York, Miami, or Los Angeles - and considering Northern Virginia.

With its strong technology sector, proximity to the federal government, international business community, and access to major industries, the region offers significant opportunities for foreign founders and investors.

But location is only part of the strategy. Your business structure, market, investment plan, and immigration path all need to work together.

A visa petition is not just paperwork. It is a business story that must be credible, compliant, and strategically built.

Book Your Consultation! Stop the Delay!

Ismail Shahtakhtinski, Esq. · Founder & Managing Attorney
I.S. Law Firm · Founder & Investor Immigration

No Obligation · One-on-One Strategy Review

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MENA investors are not “generic” immigration clients, and their cases should not be prepared like generic investor petit...
08/18/2026

MENA investors are not “generic” immigration clients, and their cases should not be prepared like generic investor petitions.

Free zones. Holding companies. Family businesses. GCC real estate. Multi-jurisdictional assets. These capital structures require a strategy that understands both where the money comes from and how USCIS expects that story to be documented.

If you are considering E-2, EB-5, EB-1C, or another U.S. investor pathway, make sure your immigration strategy reflects your nationality, business structure, and source of funds - not a one-size-fits-all template.

📍 Serving investors from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt, and beyond.

Read the full article:
https://www.islawfirm.com/post/large-immigration-firms-charge-200-000-a-year-here-is-what-the-same-compliance-actually-costs-an-s

Book your consultation and get a strategy built around your actual profile.

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08/14/2026

Sometimes the hardest part of an immigration case is not the paperwork. It’s the waiting.

Waiting for an update. Waiting for a decision. Waiting to understand what happens next.

In this video, Gunel Taghizade, Client Experience Manager at I.S. Law Firm, talks about why communication matters so much during the legal process and why no client should feel forgotten while their case is moving forward.

For us, good communication means more than answering questions. It means helping clients understand where they are in the process, what to expect next, and knowing that there is a real team behind their case.

Because behind every case number, there is a person, a family, and a future.

Have questions about your case? Reach out to our team. We’re here to help.

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⚠️ IMPORTANT IMMIGRATION UPDATE: TRAVELING WITH ADVANCE PAROLEA major new BIA decision has changed the rules for certain...
08/13/2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT IMMIGRATION UPDATE: TRAVELING WITH ADVANCE PAROLE

A major new BIA decision has changed the rules for certain green card applicants who travel outside the United States using Advance Parole.

Until now, many adjustment of status applicants who had overstayed could travel with Advance Parole without that trip triggering the 3-year or 10-year unlawful presence bar.

The BIA has now changed that rule.

If you accumulated more than 180 days of unlawful presence in the United States, traveling with Advance Parole may now trigger a 3-year or 10-year bar.

This does NOT affect everyone with Advance Parole. Whether you are affected depends on your individual immigration history and how much unlawful presence you accumulated.

Most importantly: an approved Advance Parole document does not necessarily mean that it is safe for you to travel.

If you have a pending green card application and an approved or pending Advance Parole application, speak with an immigration attorney before leaving the United States.

We Can Help

I.S. Law Firm is reviewing how this new decision affects adjustment of status applicants. If you have Advance Parole and are considering international travel, schedule a consultation before making travel plans:

https://www.islawfirm.com/consultation

Here are answers to some of the most important questions:

Q: I have an approved Advance Parole document. Is it still safe for me to travel?

A: Not necessarily. An approved Advance Parole document gives you permission to seek return to the United States, but it does not guarantee that leaving will have no immigration consequences. If you previously accumulated unlawful presence in the United States, you should speak with an immigration attorney before traveling.

Q: What changed?

A: For many years, immigration law generally treated travel with Advance Parole differently from an ordinary departure when applying the unlawful presence bars. The BIA has now overruled that rule. Travel with Advance Parole can now count as a departure and potentially trigger an unlawful presence bar.

Q: Does this affect everyone who has Advance Parole?

A: No. The new decision is especially important for people who previously accumulated significant unlawful presence in the United States.

Q: What happens if I was unlawfully present for more than 180 days?

A: Depending on the amount of unlawful presence and your individual circumstances, leaving the United States may trigger a 3-year or 10-year bar.

Q: I overstayed my visa. Does that mean I cannot travel?

A: Do not assume either way. The calculation of unlawful presence can be complicated. Your immigration history should be reviewed by an attorney before you travel.

Q: I am married to a U.S. citizen. Does that protect me?

A: Not automatically. Marriage to a U.S. citizen can forgive certain immigration violations when applying for a green card inside the United States, but it does not automatically prevent an unlawful presence bar from being triggered by departure.

Q: Can the 3-year or 10-year bar be waived?

A: Sometimes. Certain applicants may qualify for a waiver, particularly when they have a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse or parent and can establish the required hardship. Waiver eligibility depends on the individual case.

Q: What if my only U.S. citizen relative is my child?

A: A U.S. citizen child alone generally does not qualify as the required relative for this particular unlawful presence waiver. This makes obtaining legal advice before traveling especially important.

Q: I already traveled with Advance Parole before this new decision. Am I now subject to the bar?

A: The BIA specifically stated that its new rule will apply prospectively. This is very important for people who traveled under the previous rule. Your particular travel dates and immigration history should still be reviewed by an attorney.

Q: I already have plane tickets. What should I do?

A: If you have a pending green card case, have Advance Parole, and have ever overstayed or been unlawfully present in the United States, speak with an immigration attorney BEFORE leaving the country.

Q: USCIS approved my Advance Parole. Does that mean USCIS determined that my travel is safe?

A: No. Approval of Advance Parole should not be treated as a determination that international travel will have no effect on your immigration case.

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