1000+Cases Won
99%USCIS Approval Rate
16+Years in Business
Seattle Immigration Lawyers Providing Legal Services and Guidance for Foreign Clients Who Want to Live, Work or Start a Business in The United States
The immigration attorneys at Stelmakh & Associates, LLC know all about the challenges prospective immigrants face in order to enter the United States to live and work legally. Our law firm is based in Seattle and serves clients across the globe, assisting them with the process of selecting and applying for a visa and helping them maximize their chances of approval. We believe talent should not be limited by borders. Contact us at 206-558-6288 to learn more about how we can help you achieve your dream.
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What Should I Expect When Working With Stelmakh & Associates, LLC?
In order to start working on your case, we usually charge 50% of attorney fees upfront and 50% before filing the petition. After payment, we will invite you to our case management portal, where you can upload your documents and fill out a questionnaire. We will use your answers to prepare your immigration forms. Next, our legal team will draft the legal argument, compile all your evidence for submission to the USCIS, and share the petition packet with you for a final review. You can sign the forms in our office or send them by email. After that, we will email you all USCIS notices relating to your case – Receipt Notice, Fingerprints Appointment Notice, Interview Notice (if any), and Decision Notice.
We will follow up with the USCIS on your behalf if your case is not reviewed within normal processing times. The final step is preparing you for the interview so you can be confident and ready to answer all of the consular officer’s questions. In addition, our attorney can appear at your USCIS interview in person, by phone, or via video conference. A large percentage of clients who decided to hire Stelmakh & Associates, LLC for their case have had their petitions approved by the USCIS, making it a wise decision for themselves and their families.
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What Kind of Visa and Immigration Cases Does Stelmakh & Associates, LLC Handle?
- Investment Visas
- Permanent Work Visas
- Temporary Non-Immigrant Visas
- E-1 Visas
- E-2 Visas
- L1 Visa Options
- EB-1(A) Extraordinary Ability Green Cards
- EB-1(B) Outstanding Professor / Researcher Green Cards
- EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waivers)
- O1 Visas
We understand that, for many people, securing a visa or achieving permanent residency in the United States may seem like a pipe dream. The team at Stelmakh & Associates LLC is here to assist you in the process of making your immigration goals achievable.
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Our Work Process. From Start to Success.
What To Expect?
01. Schedule a Consultation
You will confidentially discuss your situation and the different options we can offer to solve your immigration needs. You will come out of the discussion with the action plan, an understanding of the next steps, and an estimate for our services. Please send us your CV beforehand!
02. Sign Our Retainer Agreement
03. Onboard
Our onboarding specialist will invite you to the app, where you can find each step of your case explained in detail and receive updates via text and email as your case progresses. We will also invite you to our case management portal, where you will upload evidence and complete a worksheet so we can use your answers to prepare the immigration forms.
04. Meet the Legal Team
After reviewing your documents and worksheets, the onboarding specialist will schedule a meeting with the legal team to polish your case strategy. During this call, the attorney will advice on what evidence you can add to strengthen your case.
05. We Prepare Your Petition Package
After preparing immigration forms for your case, we draft the legal argument and compile all your evidence for submission to the USCIS. We will share the petition packet with you for a final review.
06. Sign the Immigration Forms
07. We Print and Send Your Package to the USCIS
08. We Monitor the Status of Your Case
09. Congratulations on Your Approval!
In the case of the RFE, we will prepare and send the answer without any additional fees. We have very high approval rates, but a case can still be denied – if so, we will refile it free of charge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the differences between a non-immigrant visa and an immigrant visa?
An immigrant visa (green card) is a permanent visa that allows a person to live and work in the United States indefinitely. Common examples include the EB-1 visa for individuals with extraordinary abilities and the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional abilities. These immigrant visas are ideal for those seeking permanent residency and a long-term career in the U.S.
Can I bring a family member to live in the USA?
If family members are already in the U.S., they may file an I-485 (Adjustment of Status) application, which allows them to adjust their status without leaving the country. In some cases, they may also file an I-765 (Employment Authorization Document) application to obtain work authorization. If family members are abroad, they can apply for a derivative visa at a U.S. consulate or embassy in their home country, which allows them to join the primary visa holder upon approval.
What happens if my visa application is denied?
We only proceed with your case if we are confident in its success. If the petition we filed for you is denied, we will file it again free of charge and have it reviewed by another officer, with a high likelihood of approval.