dismissed
L-1A
dismissed L-1A Case: Consulting
Decision Summary
The director denied the petition because the petitioner failed to establish that the new U.S. office had grown to the point where it can support a managerial or executive position. The AAO dismissed the appeal, noting the petitioner failed to submit required evidence for a new office extension, including a statement of the beneficiary's duties and a description of the company's staffing.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Capacity Executive Capacity New Office Requirements
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