Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Import/Export (2006): it was filed by an attorney representing the beneficiary,
Decision Summary
The appeal was rejected because it was filed by an attorney representing the beneficiary, not the petitioner. Under regulations, the beneficiary of a visa petition is not a recognized party in the proceeding and is not authorized to file an appeal. Therefore, the appeal was improperly filed and rejected on procedural grounds.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Or Executive Capacity Standing To File Appeal
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