Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Law (2024): did not establish the 'national importance' prong of the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the 'national importance' prong of the Dhanasar framework for his proposed endeavor of developing a legal consulting firm. The AAO found the evidence, such as industry reports and a business plan, did not demonstrate a prospective impact beyond his own clients or provide credible, corroborating evidence for claims of significant job creation or economic benefit.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Balance Of Factors For A Waiver
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