With a specialty in scalable backend systems, Vinod has made impactful original contributions to software products that serve millions of users worldwide. He is now launching his startup leveraging AI to revolutionize customer service for small and medium-sized businesses. To enable him to work full-time on his startup in the U.S., we filed an O-1A petition, highlighting his distinguished career and nationally recognized expertise. It was approved without RFE.

Katya and her team are exceptional! I was on an H1B visa, looking for a way to start my own business. During the consultation, Katya answered all my questions and gave me an overview of how I should approach my O1A petition strategy. Her legal team answered all my dumb questions patiently. They were incredibly responsive to all communication. As a result of their excellent work, my visa petition was a success.

The EB-2 NIW petition was based on his contributions to scalable delivery logistics infrastructure, including multimillion-dollar cost-saving algorithms, and a planned entrepreneurial venture that leverages this expertise. We developed a strong NIW case under the Dhanasar framework by demonstrating the national importance of his work, his ability to advance the proposed endeavor, and the benefit of waiving labor certification.

Katya took the time to carefully assess my strengths and offered invaluable guidance in building a strong and compelling petition. I truly couldn’t have done it without her help. She and her team were always responsive to my questions and consistently produced high-quality documents.

Nitin has led mission-critical AI and infrastructure projects that power Meta’s core platforms. His EB-1A petition was built on original contributions, critical roles at top-tier companies, and a strong record of judging and publications. His compensation placed him in the top 1% of U.S. engineers, and multiple Meta executives attested to his leadership and innovation. The case was supported by detailed documentation and performance records.

Katya stepped in directly at key points, and the final petition that was filed was thorough and positioned me well. It’s clear they genuinely care about the success of their clients, and I appreciate that they stayed committed all the way through. If you’re looking for a firm that can get results and understand the nuances of EB-1A, Stelmakh & Associates is a solid choice.

Sunwoo developed and led multiple AI innovations used across widely deployed voice assistant systems and in the field of speech processing. His original contributions were proven by multiple U.S. patents and independent citations of his work. His academic profile enhanced his credibility and demonstrated long-term contributions to the field, while internal documentation confirmed his mission-critical leadership.

I was on an F1 with STEM OPT expiring and was not selected for the last H1B lottery. Since my situation was urgent and time sensitive, I chose Stelmakh given their reputation, and they did not disappoint. Katya was very confident, so I decided to trust her decisions and apply for EB1. I was impressed with the quality of all the letters and my overall petition. Now I can continue my work, career, and life here.

We won this EB1A case, arguing original contributions (Karan’s models are now integrated across Amazon’s advertising and retail infrastructure, making them foundational to large-scale user engagement and revenue optimization), critical role (supported by strong recommendation letters from Amazon leadership), authorship of scholarly articles, and high remuneration.

I wholeheartedly recommend Stelmakh & Associates to anyone seeking top-notch immigration legal services. Their professionalism, knowledge, and exceptional client support played a big part in the success of my petition. The team’s commitment and expertise made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Thank you for your outstanding work and dedication!

His EB1A petition highlighted original contributions to digital system design, product leadership in healthcare and AI-driven infrastructure, scholarly publications, and judging activities. His high compensation and critical roles further confirmed his extraordinary ability in the field.

I had an EB1A petition approved without an RFE — and I owe a great deal of that outcome to the exceptional team at Stelmakh & Associates, particularly Katya Stelmakh and Sanjana Bellam. They go deep into the details, and the quality of the final submission reflects the care and experience they bring to every case. If you’re looking for a legal team that’s both strategic and results-driven, I would highly recommend Stelmakh & Associates.

The petition was approved after an RFE. USCIS challenged whether Ravi’s original contributions had major significance. Our response emphasized the adoption and impact of his patented technologies, the commercial success of a venture he co-founded and architected, system-wide infrastructure deployments at Apple, and expert letters from senior leaders confirming the scope and novelty of his work.

Katya and her team understand the EB-1A process in depth. Even though I met all eight criteria, we received a very generic RFE in January – one of those “blank RFEs” that can shake your confidence. But the team didn’t lose focus. They revisited every section, gathered additional context, new letters, and peer reviews. Their ability to respond calmly and thoroughly made a difference. The petition was approved.

We won her EB1A case, arguing Original Contributions (architected key standarts for EV cybersecurity, led security architecture), Critical Role (developed GenAI security control frameworks), Judging (reviewer for IEEE, Elsevier, and Cloud Security Alliance), and High Remuneration. Industry committee memberships were considered but not used due to an unclear selection process.

Katya and her team, especially Maddalena, did an exceptional job in preparing my case for the EB1A application. I was delighted to see their professionalism in every step of the process. They were upfront with what they can do and can’t and advised me along the way. I was confident of the success after hiring them for my EB1A petition. Highly recommend.

We won his EB1A case, arguing Original Contributions (led identity architecture initiatives at AWS and asset platform cloud migration at State Street), Critical Role, Judging (peer reviewer and IEEE speaker), and High Remuneration. We clarified the connection between the internal documentation and external recognition/adoption, and drafted new recommendation letters.

I am profoundly grateful to Katya and her team for their support and professionalism in assisting me with my EB1A petition. The team demonstrated strategic and proactive approaches, providing invaluable guidance throughout the process. They always took the time to respond to my queries and valued my input. My EB1A petition was approved in just six business days! I am now moving towards achieving my long-term goals.

His EB-1A petition showcased outstanding achievements in building secure, scalable enterprise systems used globally by Amazon. His case was built around three main prongs: Original Contributions, Critical Role, and High Remuneration. Additional evidence included two professionally published academic textbooks, three U.S. patents, judging invitations, and multiple memberships requiring outstanding achievement.

Katya brought sharp strategic insight, helping identify the strongest elements of my case and shaping a compelling overall narrative. Dmitrii’s remarkable attention to detail ensured every part of my petition was clear and persuasive. The team was highly professional, collaborative, and thorough from start to finish. Thanks to their effort and quality, my petition was approved. I strongly recommend them to anyone pursuing EB-1A.

Her EB-1A case was won by documenting her role in large-scale digital transformation initiatives for elite global clients, as well as her ability to lead the design of software systems that materially impacted business performance. We argued Original Contributions, Critical Role, and Memberships. Compensation data was included, but used as a secondary strength in support of her critical role.

Many thanks to Katya for making recommendations and structuring everything. Your suggestions and guidance are really useful and insightful. I would not be here without your constant support. Sanjana deserves special recognition for her hard work and attention to detail in compiling the petition and accompanying documentation. The process was methodical, and the support throughout made a real difference.