Katya Stelmakh

An absolute nightmare. I am seriously considering filing a formal complaint with the State Bar and believe her professional conduct warrants disciplinary investigation, including potential revocation of her license. I cannot believe this level of unprofessionalism exists, especially at such a high... price point. I've wasted $8,000 and 10 months with her, with absolutely nothing to show for it. She appears to have little to no understanding of O-1 visa requirements. The attorneys working under her seem either severely overworked or completely unfamiliar with the requirements of my case. They show up to calls without reviewing the case beforehand, wasting valuable consultation time going over basic information that should already be known to them. All I received were generic, seemingly AI-generated recommendation letters that I could have written far better myself. There has been no meaningful legal strategy, proactive guidance, or accountability. Ten months later, I'm still chasing them over email, receiving random, incoherent responses, and my case has made virtually no progress. The entire experience has been an astonishing waste of time, money, and trust. For a law firm charging such substantial fees, this level of incompetence and disregard for a client's case is simply unacceptable.

It was a pleasure working with the Stelmakh & Associates team. They handled my application with exceptional diligence, professionalism, and efficiency, ultimately securing approval in a timely manner. A special thank you to Katya, Vanessa, Vikas, and the entire team for their support throughout th...e process. From start to finish, everything was seamless. Their organization, attention to detail, and deep understanding of each client's case truly set them apart. Vikas, thank you for your continued guidance throughout the process and for always responding promptly to any questions or concerns. Your support was greatly appreciated. The entire experience was smooth, transparent, and stress-free. I would not hesitate to work with Stelmakh & Associates again in the future and highly recommend their services to anyone seeking knowledgeable, reliable, and professional immigration counsel.

I met them after 4 denials with my previous attorney. I was skeptical going in. Olga took over my case, and it was approved on the first attempt, in 4 days after filing. To your point about feeling rushed... there's a difference between a firm that's sloppy and fast vs. one that's efficient becaus...e they actually know what they're doing. If you have concerns, raise them directly. Their attorneys are always honest and responsive. Hope that helps, and good luck with your case!

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.

I’m truly grateful to the entire team at Stelmakh & Associates for their exceptional work on my EB-1A application, which was approved in one shot! When I first came to Stelmakh, I wasn’t knowledgeable about visa categories like EB-1A or EB NIW. Katya and Karen (my primary attorney) patiently guide...d me through the options, helped me decide on the best category for my case, and walked me through every step of the process. Both of their expertise, strategic approach, and deep experience with EB-1A cases — backed by the firm’s high success rate — gave me the confidence I needed during this journey. I also want to sincerely thank the senior attorneys for their outstanding work in drafting a strong and compelling petition. A big thank you as well to Sanjana, Abel, and Jhanier for their guidance, responsiveness, and support along the way. Finding the right lawyer at the right time made all the difference for me, and I’m so glad I entrusted my case to this incredible team.