dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Violinist
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed primarily on procedural grounds because the petition was not properly filed. Regulations require the petitioner to personally sign the Form I-140, but in this case, it was signed only by counsel. As an alternative finding, the appeal was also dismissed on the merits for failing to establish the requisite extraordinary ability and sustained acclaim.
Criteria Discussed
Sustained National Or International Acclaim Major Internationally Recognized Award At Least Three Of Ten Regulatory Criteria Comparable Evidence
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