sustained
L-1A
sustained L-1A Case: Stained Glass
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the petitioner successfully established that the U.S. and foreign entities were qualifying organizations. The director had erroneously focused on a franchise agreement, but the AAO found that the beneficiary's 50% ownership in both the U.S. and foreign companies met the regulatory definition of an affiliate relationship.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Organization Affiliate Relationship Managerial/Executive Capacity Abroad
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