dismissed
L-1A
dismissed L-1A Case: Retail
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the new U.S. office would employ the beneficiary in a qualifying managerial or executive capacity within one year. The director's denial was based on the finding that the proposed role would not primarily consist of managerial or executive duties, a conclusion upheld by the AAO.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Capacity Executive Capacity New Office Requirements
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