Kate Kalmykov, Business Attorney in New York
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Immigration
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
New, NY
Practicing business in New York since 2005.
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Kate Kalmykov is a shareholder based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Immigration. Kate has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 21 years
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- Business · General · Immigration
- Handles Business, General, and Immigration matters from New York, NY.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kate Kalmykov: Kate Kalmykov is a shareholder based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Immigration. Kate has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Kate's practice areas in New York
Kate concentrates on business, general, and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kate handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Immigration
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Business cases in New York
Kate takes business matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kate agrees to represent you.
General cases in New York
Kate takes general matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kate agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in New York
Kate takes immigration matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kate agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kate Kalmykov, business attorney serving New York
Kate Kalmykov is a shareholder based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Immigration. Kate has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Kate works from New York and takes on business matters across the region.
Kate Kalmykov is based in our New York and New Jersey offices and has over two decades of experience in business immigration matters. Kate currently Co-Chairs the Global Immigration & Compliance Practice at Greenberg Traurig. In this role, she works with employers of all sizes across a variety of industries in understanding and complying with the immigration laws relating to the hiring and retention of foreign talent. Specifically, her practice focuses on supporting clients and advising them on temporary and permanent residency immigration options for multi-national executive, business, scientific, and information technology personnel. In addition, her practice provides support to companies in the global transfer of personnel. Known by her clients for her out-of-the-box thinking, responsiveness and hands-on approach, Kate is often called upon to assist in developing immigration options and strategies in the most unique circumstances and to respond to complex Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs) or to appeal denied cases. Likewise, she has also been instrumental in developing employer compliance programs for DOL related filings including H-1Bs and PERMs, as well as for I-9 employment eligibility verification. To this end, she develops and conducts nationwide I-9 compliance trainings and policy manuals for human resources personnel, advises on best practices for E-Verify employers, provides guidance on avoiding immigration-related unfair employment practices claims and has defended and minimized penalties in immigration-related government audits. Kate regularly works with professionals from the firm’s labor, employment, tax and benefits groups, to provide strategic planning on immigration issues within a cross-border framework.
Kate also has deep experience working on all aspects of the EB-5 immigrant investor program. Kate has worked with real estate developers, private equity funds, and other organizations on applications to designate new EB-5 Regional Centers, applications for pre-approval of EB-5 projects; having projects adopted by existing EB-5 Regional Centers; structuring projects to be EB-5 compliant, the sale of existing EB-5 Regional Centers, preparing template I-526 petitions and advice on structuring direct EB-5 projects. Pursuant to the requirements introduced under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act, Kate works with EB-5 Regional Centers, EB-5 Projects, Overseas Migration Agents and Broker/ Dealers to develop internal programs for ongoing compliance and to prepare USCIS I-956, I-956F, I-956,G, I-956H, I-956K submissions. Kate has represented thousands of investors in obtaining their green cards through EB-5 regional center projects, as well as direct EB-5 investment opportunities. She also represented and structured the largest EB-5 offering in the Program’s history and has over the course of her career structured over $12 billion in EB-5 deals.
Within the field of immigration law, Kate is a well-known speaker and author. She is often called upon by various media outlets to comment on topics of business immigration law including the Real Deal, the Wall Street Journal, and Law360. Kate has appeared on numerous TV programs related to immigration law including CNN, the Stoler Report, Vietface TV, and China Business Network. Kate is also a prolific writer on the topic of immigration and has been published in immigration practice handbooks for the American Bar Association, American Immigration Lawyers Association, ILW, and in news periodicals that include the New Jersey Lawyer, the New York Law Journal, the New Jersey Law Journal, USA Today, GlobeSt.com, and the Commercial Observer. At the request of the American Bar Association, Kate co-authored the book “What Every Lawyer Needs to Know About Immigration Law,” a guide for non-lawyers on immigration law practice. She has sat on numerous bar association related committees including the American Immigration Lawyers Association EB-5 Practice Committee, the New Jersey Business Immigration Coalition and has chaired the American Bar Association’s, Committee on Immigration and Naturalization, Section of Administrative Law since 2011. Kate has been recognized in various legal surveys including Chambers Global, New York Super Lawyers, the New Jersey Law Journal who ranked as her as a “New Leader of the Bar,” (formerly 40 under 40) in 2012, NJBIZ “Best 50 Women in Business,” 2019, National Law Review, “Go-To Thought Leader: Immigration Law,” 2022, and Lawdragon 500, Leading U.S. Corporate Employment Lawyers, 2020-2022.
Kate is devoted to pro bono matters and has spent extensive time helping clients fleeing conflict and persecution with asylum applications, applying for and obtaining Temporary Protected Status and Humanitarian Parole.
Concentrations
•EB5
•Defense in Department of Labor audits
•I-9 compliance
The attorney is providing legal services through and affiliated with Greenberg Traurig, LLP, a New York Limited Liability Partnership. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Immigration Law, 2019-2026
•Listed, Lawdragon, 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers, 2023-2026
•Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2013-2025
•Listed, The Legal 500 United States, Labor and Employment - Immigration, 2015-2022
•'Other Key Lawyer,' 2022
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, New York Metro Super Lawyers
•Super Lawyers, 2021-2025
•Rising Stars, 2012-2020
•Listed, Lawdragon, 500 Leading U.S. Corporate Employment Lawyers, 2020-2026
•Listed, New Jersey Law Journal, 'Women Attorneys of the Year,' 2024
•Listed, National Law Review, 'Go-To Thought Leader: Immigration Law,' 2022
•Listed, NJBIZ 'Best 50 Women in Business,' 2019
•Listed, Lawdragon and Human Resource Executive magazine, 2017-2022
•'40 Up and Comers in Employment Law,' 2017-2018
•Honoree, The National Law Journal, 'Trailblazer' Award, Immigration, 2018
•Team Member, Lexology’s Client Choice Award USA & Canada, United States: New Jersey, 2013
•Selected, New Jersey Law Journal, 'New Leaders of the Bar,' 2012
•Outstanding Subcommittee Chair, American Bar Association, Litigation Section, Immigration Litigation Committee, 2010-2011
•Education Committee Co-Chair of the Year/Conference Committee Co-Chair, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), Washington D.C. chapter, 2007
How Kate handles business matters
Kate Kalmykov is based in our New York and New Jersey offices and has over two decades of experience in business immigration matters. Kate currently Co-Chairs the Global Immigration & Compliance Practice at Greenberg Traurig. In this role, she works with employers of all sizes across a variety of industries in understanding and complying with the immigration laws relating to the hiring and…
Who Kate represents
Kate reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and immigration matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kate studied and practices
American University Washington College of Law
J.D. · 2005
American University
B.A. International · 2002
Jurisdictions
Kate's state bar admissions
New York U.S. Distri
2006 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
2005 · ACTIVE
Kate studied at J.D. in American University Washington College of Law and B.A. International in American University.
Law school and academic background
Kate completed J.D. in American University Washington College of Law and B.A. International in American University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kate runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kate's professional memberships and bar associations
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Locations
Kate Kalmykov's office in New York
Kate's primary office is at One Vanderbilt Avenue, New York, NY, 10017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kate Kalmykov — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kate usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kate charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kate's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kate will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kate
Kate discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kate confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kate's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kate Kalmykov
How much does it cost to hire Kate for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kate walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kate offer a free consultation?
Kate charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kate's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kate's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New York typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kate gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kate take my case if I'm outside New York?
Kate is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kate will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kate?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kate will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kate accepting new business clients right now?
Kate's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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