dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Systems Engineering
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petition to extend the beneficiary's H-1B status was filed after his prior status had expired. Although the beneficiary was otherwise eligible for an extension under AC-21, regulations require that an extension request be filed while the applicant is still maintaining a valid status. The petitioner's claim of ineffective assistance of counsel was not sufficiently supported by evidence.
Criteria Discussed
H-1B Six-Year Limit Ac-21 Extension Timely Filing For Extension Of Status Ineffective Assistance Of Counsel
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