Sustained
L-1A
L-1A Sustained โ Fitness (2018): the Director initially denied the petition, finding the
Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition, finding the evidence insufficient to show the new office would support a managerial or executive position within one year. The appeal was sustained because the petitioner provided additional evidence, including an updated business plan and a detailed job description, which credibly established that the beneficiary would primarily perform managerial duties as the company grew.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Or Executive Capacity New Office Requirements Staffing Levels Business Expansion Plans
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