Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Law (2016): the Director denied the petition, concluding that the
Decision Summary
The Director denied the petition, concluding that the proffered position of a law clerk did not qualify as a specialty occupation. Upon review, the AAO agreed with the Director's conclusion and dismissed the appeal, finding that the petitioner did not establish that the position required a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Common Degree Requirement In Industry Or Unique Position Employer Normally Requires Degree Duties Are Specialized And Complex
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