Katya Stelmakh

We turned to Stelmakh & Associates LLC by recommendation, and it was the best decision we could have made. Over the past three years, we have navigated a long journey together, resulting in multiple approved cases: my husband’s O-1 extraordinary ability visa, my O-3 dependent visa, followed by our EB...-1 approval, and finally, our Green Cards. It has been an eventful adventure. Over these years, global political shifts and changes in immigration policy added complexity to the process. However, the team’s professionalism kept us moving steadily toward our goal. Even when the consulate unexpectedly lost our medical exams and some documents, the firm handled it with resilience and guided us through every hurdle. Our experience proves that Stelmakh & Associates doesn't just deliver a single success; they demonstrate consistent results and a steadfast commitment through multiple approved petitions. This speaks volumes about their unwavering expertise. We express our deepest gratitude to Katya Stelmakh and every staff member who contributed to our case. With great respect and warmth, we highly recommend Stelmakh & Associates LLC to anyone seeking top-tier immigration legal support. You are in great hands!

I was referred to Stelmakh & Associates by a friend, and from the very first conversation with Katya, I understood why they are so highly recommended. My brother and I are co-founders of a tech startup in the ticketing and experience space, while also working in Hawaii, growing our family's spa bu...siness across multiple locations. Balancing entrepreneurship, a growing business, and the complexities of immigration is no small thing. Katya and her team approached my O-1A case with real care and attention. They didn't just process paperwork — they took the time to understand who I am, what I've built, and where I'm headed. I had full confidence every step of the way, and the approval came through. If you're an entrepreneur or founder navigating the U.S. immigration process, I recommend Katya and her team. Really loved working with them.

Working with Katya and her team on my O-1A petition has been a rewarding experience. As a founder and medtech entrepreneur preparing to move operations to the U.S., I needed a firm that could navigate the legal complexity and understand the complexity of my professional background: international gran...ts, academic research, patents, and innovation in point-of-care diagnostics. Katya brought clarity and strategic insight. Maddalena’s dedication to building a detailed and compelling petition was remarkable. She patiently worked through my evidence and crafted a thorough case that truly reflected the breadth of my work. What I appreciated most was their care, support, and responsiveness throughout the process, especially as I was juggling timelines from abroad. Thanks to their expertise, my O-1A petition was approved. I recommend Katya and her team to fellow founders and scientists seeking serious, experienced immigration counsel who understand both legal complexity and innovation.

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!