Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Violinist (2013): the motion to reopen and reconsider was dismissed on
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Decision Summary
The motion to reopen and reconsider was dismissed on procedural grounds. The AAO found the original I-140 petition was improperly filed because it was signed by the petitioner's attorney, not the petitioner herself, as required by regulation. This defect was not cured by the motion, rendering the original filing invalid.
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Signature Requirement Motion To Reopen Requirements Motion To Reconsider Requirements Failure To Meet At Least Three Regulatory Criteria Intent To Continue Work In Field
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