dismissed
L-1B
dismissed L-1B Case: Aviation
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish a qualifying parent-subsidiary relationship between the U.S. petitioner and the foreign employer. The evidence showed the foreign entity was a minority shareholder (49%) with a minority of the voting shares (19%). An unsigned, undated 'DRAFT' agreement submitted to prove the foreign entity's control was deemed insufficient evidence.
Criteria Discussed
Qualifying Relationship Ownership And Control Specialized Knowledge Employment Requiring Specialized Knowledge
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