Katya Stelmakh

Going through the EB-1A process felt overwhelming at first. I knew I had significant accomplishments in my field, but organizing everything into a legal case was challenging. I’m glad I chose to work with Katya and her team. They took the time to understand my work and mapped out a clear strategy ...that brought out the full depth of my experience and contributions. From my enterprise software systems for the public sector to my academic publications and peer review work, they helped shape every piece of evidence into a persuasive petition. What stood out to me was how they connected my work's technical aspects—whether in blockchain, machine learning, or government software systems—to its broader value and significance. My petition was approved! I continue growing in the U.S. and contributing to technology that makes a difference. If you’re looking for a firm that takes your career seriously and knows how to present it with precision and care, Stelmakh & Associates is an excellent partner in the immigration process.

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer specializing in IoT, distributed systems, and cloud computing, I knew I had a strong technical background, but I wasn’t sure how to structure reasonable arguments for EB-1A approval. Katya and her team provided clear guidance highlighting my leadership in the field..., my impact at my current and previous employers, and my contributions to major industry advancements. Despite the thorough initial filing, we received an RFE, which was a very stressful moment. However, the legal team was incredibly proactive: they addressed USCIS’s concerns by strengthening the evidence around my original contributions and my recognition in my field. Their expertise and structured approach turned what could have been a setback into a successful approval. They didn’t charge extra to respond to the RFE. Thanks to the Stelmakh & Associates team's hard work, my EB-1A was approved. I highly recommend Katya and her team to anyone pursuing an EB-1A or other complex immigration case. They are knowledgeable and strategic and genuinely invested in their clients’ success.

I’m grateful to Katya and the amazing team at Stelmakh & Associates for securing my EB2 NIW approval. Their expertise is evident in the way they tailor each petition to fit the client’s unique needs, rather than relying on a generic template. Throughout the process, I had a dedicated team of lawye...rs guiding me every step of the way, making the experience smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Stelmakh & Associates to anyone seeking professional and personalized immigration support.

As an H1-B holder, I was frustrated with the long EB-2 queue for Indian nationals and and worried about my children aging out. Unaware that I already meet EB-1A criteria, I consulted Katya at Stelmakh in 2024 . During the strategy call, Katya and her associates did a great job in reviewing and under...standing my profile. They explained the requirements for each criteria and what evidences will be needed to prove. I was very happy, hopeful and confident walking out of that meeting. Despite some internal delays, Katya, Nadya, and Maddelena delivered a high-quality work that led to my petition approval without any RFE. I recommend Stelmakh for anyone seeking EB1-A petition assistance.

I had the pleasure of working with Katya and her amazing team for my EB1A I-140 petition. They were diligent, timely and quick in following up on all the necessary details needed for a strong application. Katya and her team (Carlie, Maddalena and others) prepared a very strong application for my case..., and worked closely with me to finally get the approval within only 7 months of us working together (including responding to the RFE notice I received). They are knowledgable and experienced in all aspects of the application process, providing high quality personalized feedback on where the application can be made stronger and how to collect high quality supporting evidence. I highly recommend Stelmakh & Associates for your immigration needs. Money well spent on your future!