Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Environmental Law (2021): did not establish the proposed endeavor has national
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proposed endeavor has national importance, a key requirement under the Matter of Dhanasar framework. Although the endeavor had substantial merit, the evidence submitted focused on the petitioner's past achievements and the general importance of environmental law, rather than demonstrating the specific, prospective national-level impact of her proposed work.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Beneficial To The U.S. To Waive Job Offer
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