Katya Stelmakh

When my wife and I first reached out to Stelmakh & Associates, we were trying to figure out the best long-term path for staying in the U.S. I was on an H-1B visa that would expire in a couple of years, and we were exploring whether O-1A, EB-1A, or EB-2 NIW would be the right choice. Katya walked us t...hrough both options in detail and helped us decide to move forward with the EB-2 NIW, based on our current goals and timeline. Even with a strong profile, including a Master’s from NYU, work in machine learning, published patents, peer-reviewed articles, and judging experience, we received an RFE. It was disappointing at first, but Karen was incredibly responsive and reassuring throughout. The legal team worked closely with me to craft a detailed response that clarifies the national importance of my future ML consulting business and reinforces my qualifications. Thanks to the team’s guidance and hard work, the case was approved. This process is not easy, and every detail matters. We’re very grateful to have had a legal team that understood both the immigration landscape and how to present our case with clarity and care. Katya and her team helped us take a big step forward. We absolutely recommend this firm.

I had a very positive experience working with Stelmakh & Associates (Katya, Dmitry, & team) on my EB-1A petition. My case was particularly challenging because many of my achievements and my field is highly technical and difficult to explain to a non-specialist audience. From the very beginning, K...atya and Dmitry demonstrated an impressive combination of deep legal expertise and the rare ability to translate complex technical accomplishments into clear, compelling language that a layperson could easily understand. Thanks to their exceptional work, my petition was approved. I wholeheartedly recommend Stelmakh & Associates to anyone pursuing an EB-1A!

I worked with Stelmakh & Associates on my O-1A petition, and I am extremely grateful for the support I received from Katya, Dmitry and the team throughout this process. My case was particularly challenging because my field of endeavor in healthcare is very difficult to explain and frame clearly for U...SCIS. Dmitry did an outstanding job breaking down my work and achievements in a way that made them understandable, coherent, and compelling, while still preserving the complexity and originality of what I do. At the same time, my O-1A petition required a very complex corporate and governance structure, which could easily have raised concerns if handled incorrectly. Katya demonstrated exceptional strategic thinking and deep experience by identifying the most feasible and USCIS-friendly solution, guiding me through structural decisions, and ensuring everything aligned properly with immigration requirements. I highly recommend Stelmakh & Associates to anyone with a complex or unconventional O-1A case who needs a team that truly understands how to navigate both the technical and legal challenges.

Thanks to Katya, Marina, and everyone involved for their help with my EB1-A I-140 approval. I learned about Stelmakh & Associates from one of my colleagues, and after reading all the reviews, I never considered any other firms — I decided to work with them earlier this year. In the initial stages,... it took a few weeks to get the process started, but once a paralegal was assigned, they responded quickly and addressed all my feedback promptly. Katya quickly identified the strengths of my profile and how my existing evidences undoubtedly met the EB1-A criteria. Once everything was finalized, Marina put together a strong case within 2–3 months. I received an RFE, which was disappointing, but Katya took the time to thoroughly discuss each point and explain why my case remained strong. Marina then prepared an even stronger RFE response, and it was eventually approved. I am truly grateful for Katya and her entire team. If you are looking for a lawyer for your immigration needs, I would highly recommend reaching out to Katya.

I cannot recommend this law firm enough for their exceptional expertise in EB1A cases. Initially, I was hesitant about pursuing EB1A since my work was primarily within a large corporation without much public visibility. However, their track record with similar profiles gave me confidence to proceed. ... The team demonstrated remarkable skill in presenting my case, highlighting the important aspects of my contributions that I hadn't even considered significant. Their thorough approach and attention to detail made a huge difference in building a compelling case. What truly sets them apart is their ability to understand and effectively present corporate accomplishments in a way that meets EB1A criteria. Given the significant backlog in EB2 categories, successfully obtaining EB1A approval has provided invaluable peace of mind for my future.