sustained
L-1A
sustained L-1A Case: Restaurant
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Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition, concluding the beneficiary would not be employed in an executive capacity. While the AAO agreed with the Director's finding on the executive capacity issue, it sustained the appeal based on the petitioner's alternative argument that the beneficiary qualifies in a managerial capacity.
Criteria Discussed
Executive Capacity Managerial Capacity Deference To Prior Approvals
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