dismissed
L-1A
dismissed L-1A Case: Hospitality
Decision Summary
The director denied the L-1A extension petition, originally approved for a new office, concluding the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary would be employed in a primarily managerial or executive capacity. The AAO dismissed the appeal, affirming the director's decision and noting the petitioner did not adequately demonstrate that the beneficiary's duties were primarily managerial rather than operational.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Capacity Executive Capacity New Office Extension Staffing
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