Sustained
L-1A
L-1A Sustained — Poultry Breeding (2017): the Director initially denied the petition, concluding the
Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition, concluding the Beneficiary would perform non-qualifying operational duties and be a first-line supervisor. The AAO sustained the appeal, finding sufficient evidence that the Beneficiary would primarily perform managerial duties, oversee professional subordinates, and exercise discretion over daily operations within the new office's first year.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Or Executive Capacity New Office Requirements Supervision Of Professional Employees Primary Duties Vs. Non-Qualifying Operational Tasks
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