Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Pet Services (2008): did not establish two key points
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish two key points. First, it did not prove that the new U.S. office, a pet store, would be able to support a managerial or executive position within one year of approval. Second, it failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary was employed abroad in a primarily managerial or executive capacity.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Capacity (Abroad) Managerial Capacity (U.S.) New Office Requirements Ability To Support A Manager Within One Year
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