dismissed
L-1A
dismissed L-1A Case: Pet Services
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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