Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed โ Food Industry (2005): did not establish a qualifying relationship between the U.S
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove a qualifying relationship between the U.S. and foreign entities, as counsel did not address the director's requests for evidence regarding stock ownership and financial discrepancies. Additionally, the petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence, such as an organizational chart or detailed job descriptions, to establish that the beneficiary was employed in a primarily managerial or executive capacity abroad or would be in the U.S.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Relationship Managerial Capacity (Abroad) Executive Capacity (Abroad) Managerial Capacity (U.S.) Executive Capacity (U.S.) Staffing Levels
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