sustained
L-1A
sustained L-1A Case: Information Technology
Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the petitioner successfully established the beneficiary would be employed in a primarily managerial capacity. The director denied the petition on the basis that the beneficiary's role was not primarily managerial, but the petitioner provided sufficient evidence, including detailed job descriptions and organizational charts, demonstrating the beneficiary's management of a large professional team and significant project responsibilities.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Capacity Supervision Of Professional/Supervisory Staff Discretionary Authority Personnel Authority (Hiring/Firing)
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