Petro Richard Kostiv

Petro Richard Kostiv

also known as Kostiv Cardinal, Kostiv Cardinal International Group

5.0
Rating: 4.8

Licensed for 13 years

Immigration Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Car Accidents, Aviation

3250 Wilshire Blvd Ste 1600, Los Angeles, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025
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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 10 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2015

Good Standing

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

Location

Kostiv & Associates, P.C.

3250 Wilshire Blvd Ste 1600, Los Angeles, CA, 90010-2212

Kostiv & Associates, P.C.

1200 Brickell Ave.,, Suite 1440, Miami, FL, 33131

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Petro Richard Kostiv's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

331 Client Reviews

Showing 241 - 245 of 331 reviews

Posted by Flor | June 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Mi familia nunca olvidará el impacto positivo que el abogado Petro Kostiv tuvo en la vida de mi hija.

Mi hija decidió dejar nuestro país de origen en busca de una vida mejor en los Estados Unidos, llegó con esperanzas y sueños, pero también tuvo que enfrentar grandes obstáculos en su camino a la obtención de la residencia legal. En medio de su incertidumbre encontró al prestigioso abogado Petro Kosti...v que entendió la razones por las que ella había dejado su país y la alentó a mantenerse fuerte y perseverante y siempre le recordaba que había una esperanza en su objetivo. Después de meses de arduo trabajo y preparación mi hija recibió la noticia que su residencia había sido aprobada. La asistencia legal del abogado Kostiv cambió positivamente la vida de mi hija.

Posted by EMANUEL | June 28, 2023 | Immigration

Great Experience

From our initial communication and Consultation through out my application, Petro Kostiv has consistently been giving me explanations and readily available. He made sure that I understand all what was required of me in terms of paperwork and what every stage of putting my case together involved. H...e presented to me on how I will have to prepare for interview and I felt prepared and confident I surely recommend Petro Kostiv to friends and Family

Posted by Vasco | June 27, 2023 | Immigration

Excellent presentation

I started talking to Petro and seek advises on applying my Immigration rights to work in America some three years ago. Petro assisted me to get the visa approvals fast than I expected. Petro has always been there for me regardless the challenges I faced. He has gone above and beyond countless time...s and responds to all my insane Questions timely. If he is willing to take you on, he knew all the steps to get approval. What you need is just trust on Petro. I will always recomend Petro to friends and Family. Thank you Petro for your support

Posted by Eliud | June 27, 2023 | Employment & Labor

Professional lawyer

I was lucky enough to be introduced to Petro in 3 months ago by my Brother. This time I needed immediate employment employment and immigration legal services. Petro Kostiv was clear, precise, expert with his advice and transparent in all the process and procedures. I cannot say more than it was a... best experience. If you need a lawyer go for Petro Kostiv

Posted by Msalika | June 26, 2023 | Immigration

The Best lawyer

I was introduce to Petro through recomandations. When I was looking for permanent Residency. He used his time and explained to me all the procedures and everything I need to know in order to make my Case successful. Petro reassured me and encouraged me as the process was somewhat complicated. His com...munication and skill are really great. I would surely recommend him and his services to any one who is in need.

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Experience

Rating:  4.8 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2025

updated on 09/19/2025

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2019

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2016

Distinguished Member, Lawyers of Distinction

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner, Kostiv & Associates P.C.

2011 - 2011

Lecturer of Law and Politics, KYIV University of Law

2009 - 2009

Extern, The Supreme Court of Argentina

Associations

Inter-American Bar Association

Member

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Member

Ukrainian American Bar Association

Vice President

2013 - 2015

Ukrainian American Bar Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Asylum won for a Guatemalan

Successful case

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Education

2024

University of Toronto School of Management/SDA Bocconi Business School

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2019

Utah Valley University

BS - Bachelor of Science in Aviation

2012

University of Michigan Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of KwaZulu-Natal

MA - Masters

Speaking Engagements

2023

Legal Forum "EU-Eastern Partnership"

Sanctions Against Russia

2019

INTERNATIONAL IMMIGRATION CONFERENCE GUATEMALA INTERNATIONAL IMMIGRATION CONFERENCE GUATEMALA

2019

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF IMMIGRATION IN EL SALVADOR INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF IMMIGRATION IN EL SALVADOR

Publications

2013

Ukrainian American Bar Association Ukrainian American Bar Association

2013

Ukrainian American Bar Association Ukrainian American Bar Association

Languages

Spanish

English

Portuguese

Ukrainian

Russian

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