Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Law (2023): although the AAO agreed that the petitioner qualified as a
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Decision Summary
Although the AAO agreed that the petitioner qualified as a member of the professions holding an advanced degree, it dismissed the appeal. The decision found that the petitioner failed to demonstrate the 'national importance' of her proposed endeavor as a legal consultant. While her work had substantial merit, the evidence did not establish that it would have broader implications or a prospective national-level impact as required under the Dhanasar framework.
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Advanced Degree Eligibility Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Endeavor Benefit To The U.S. On Balance
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