Dismissed
EB-1B
EB-1B Dismissed — Law: the petitioner, a small law office, did not qualify as an
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a small law office, did not qualify as an employer for this visa category. The petitioner failed to demonstrate it was a university or a private employer with at least three full-time researchers and documented accomplishments. Furthermore, the offered position of 'legal assistant' was not considered a permanent research position as required.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Employer (University Or Private Employer With 3+ Full-Time Researchers) Documented Accomplishments Of The Employer Offer Of A Permanent Research Position Beneficiary'S International Recognition
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