Katya Stelmakh

Katya Stelmakh

also known as Kate Stelmakh

4.9
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 19 years

Immigration Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Immigration

12535 15th Ave NE, Suite 218, Seattle, WA

About Katya

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Katya Stelmakh represents a broad variety of domestic and international clients ranging from individuals to Fortune 100 companies and startup businesses. Focus on work, transfer, and investor visas for tech, real estate development & services firms.

20 years | 163 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 19 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 19 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2006

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Stelmakh & Associates, LLC

12535 15th Ave NE, Suite 218, Seattle, WA, 98125

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Katya Stelmakh's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

90 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Rasul | March 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Best attorney ever !

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!

Posted by Yash | March 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Really good experience

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.

Posted by Aditi | August 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

EB1A approval

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.

Posted by Alexander Storozhuk | July 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

I highly recommend Stelmakh Law to anyone seeking results-oriented immigration support

I'm extremely thankful to Katya Stelmakh and her outstanding team at Stelmakh Law for their professional guidance and support in preparing and filing my O-1 talent visa petition. Katya developed a clear and effective strategy from day one, immediately putting my mind at ease and instilling confidence... in a positive outcome. Her expertise and attentive approach made all the difference—and my case was successfully approved! I highly recommend Katya Stelmakh to anyone seeking a reliable and results-oriented immigration attorney.

Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional service

Katya and her team especially Maddalena Baker did an exceptional job in preparing my case for EB1A application. I was delighted to see their professionalism in every step of the process. They were upfront with what they can do and cant and advise me along the way. I was confident of the success after... hiring them for my EB1A petition. Highly recommend.

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Katya Stelmakh's Lawyer Endorsements

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Maxim Voltchenko

Immigration lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Grode

Immigration lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Katya and I have worked together on many cases. She is a professional in the truest sense of the word. She is a great lawyer, honest, caring and dedicated. She has a vast knowledge of business immigration and family immigration law. I fully recommend and support her work in the community and on behalf of immigrants across the country."

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Michael Galletch

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Jonathan Grode

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2021

Top 10 Emerging Immigration Law Firms, Manage HR Magazine

2004

CALI Award for Excellence in Comparative Employment Law, The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

2003

John M. Adams Award for Excellence in Constitutional Law, The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

2001

Winner - Belarus national round, Oralist - international round, The Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner and Managing Director, Stelmakh & Associates, LLC

2008 - 2008

Contract Attorney, Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP

2005 - 2007

Attorney, Marks & Sokolov

2004 - 2004

Legal Intern, World Bank

2003 - 2003

Legal Intern, Bailey Cavalieri, LLC

Associations

2008 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2005

Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Geneva – Duke Law School in Switzerland

Certificate

Speaking Engagements

2024

International CleanTech Meets U.S. Capital Conference EMPOWERING CLEANTECH. Immigration Strategies for Global Innovators

2012

ANNUAL RSPN BUSINESS TRENDS FORUM Entrepreneurship in 2012: Survival or Growth?

Publications

Languages

Russian

Ukrainian

Belarusian

English

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