Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Import And Export (2007): the U.S
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the U.S. petitioner, a sole proprietorship, is not considered a separate legal entity from its owner, the beneficiary. Consequently, the petitioner failed to establish a 'qualifying relationship' with the foreign entity, as a sole proprietorship cannot act as a U.S. employer for its owner in an intracompany transferee context.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Relationship Managerial Or Executive Capacity Qualifying Organization New Office Extension
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