Meet the Team!

Ishmael Muhammad

Executive Director - Texas, Georgia & Ghana

Ishmael Muhammad serves as the Executive Director at the Law Office of India Y. Ali, where he leads strategic operations across the firm’s offices in Texas, Georgia, and Ghana. His leadership is defined by a dynamic integration of marketing innovation, client-centered engagement, and operational efficiency.

With a sharp eye for brand development and community positioning, Ishmael spearheads the firm’s marketing strategy—driving visibility, outreach, and client growth across culturally diverse markets. He is the architect of the firm’s client experience model, cultivating trust-based relationships and ensuring that every client receives personalized, high-impact service.

Ishmael also brings deep experience in real estate consulting and business formation, advising individuals and entrepreneurs on how to build, protect, and grow generational wealth. His ability to connect legal insight with practical business strategy makes him a trusted resource for both clients and partners.

Known for his visionary leadership, Ishmael plays a key role in scaling the firm’s presence, streamlining multi-office operations, and building bridges between domestic and international communities. His work reflects a commitment not only to excellence—but to empowerment.

Idris Muhammad

President of Operations Ghana

Idris Muhammad, is a driven African American entrepreneur and the founder and president of Ali Investments and Consulting, based in Ghana. With a passion for global entrepreneurship and innovation, he focuses on creating opportunities that connect markets across Africa and beyond. Through his leadership, he is committed to fostering sustainable economic growth, empowering communities, and building impactful international partnerships that bridge cultures and industries.

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Kudiratu Ismael

Vice-president of Operations - Ghana

Shanise Banfiwld

Shantise Banfield

Executive Team

Kennedy Starkey

Executive Team

ISHMAEL MUHAMMAD

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ishmael Muhammad serves as the Executive Director at the Law Office of India Y. Ali, where he leads strategic operations across the firm’s offices in Texas, Georgia, and Ghana. His leadership is defined by a dynamic integration of marketing innovation, client-centered engagement, and operational efficiency.

With a sharp eye for brand development and community positioning, Ishmael spearheads the firm’s marketing strategy—driving visibility, outreach, and client growth across culturally diverse markets. He is the architect of the firm’s client experience model, cultivating trust-based relationships and ensuring that every client receives personalized, high-impact service.

Ishmael also brings deep experience in real estate consulting and business formation, advising individuals and entrepreneurs on how to build, protect, and grow generational wealth. His ability to connect legal insight with practical business strategy makes him a trusted resource for both clients and partners.

Known for his visionary leadership, Ishmael plays a key role in scaling the firm’s presence, streamlining multi-office operations, and building bridges between domestic and international communities. His work reflects a commitment not only to excellence—but to empowerment.

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KUDIRATU ISMAEL

JUNIOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS – GHANA

Shanise Banfiwld

VA'SHANTISE BANFIEL

LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

KENNEDY STARKEY

LEGAL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

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