Remanded
EB-1A
EB-1A Remanded — Forestry (2017): the director's decision was withdrawn and the case was
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Decision Summary
The director's decision was withdrawn and the case was remanded. The AAO found that the petitioner did overcome the initial grounds for denial by providing sufficient evidence of his intent to continue working in his field in the United States. However, the case was remanded because the director's decision failed to properly analyze whether the petitioner's evidence met the specific regulatory criteria for establishing sustained national or international acclaim.
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Intent To Continue Work In Area Of Expertise Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Judging The Work Of Others
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