sustained
L-1A
sustained L-1A Case: Engineering Services
Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the petitioner submitted sufficient evidence to overcome the sole basis for denial. The record established that the beneficiary would be employed as a function manager, overseeing mergers and acquisitions and corporate strategy, directing high-level teams, and exercising discretion consistent with the statutory definition of managerial capacity.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Capacity Executive Capacity Function Manager
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