dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Legal Services
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of researcher/legal assistant qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined, by consulting the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is not the normal minimum requirement for entry into paralegal or legal assistant positions, which can be entered through various paths including associate degrees and certificate programs.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Baccalaureate Degree For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Beneficiary'S Qualifications
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