dismissed
L-1B
dismissed L-1B Case: Fast Food
Decision Summary
The director denied the petition, concluding that the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses specialized knowledge or would be employed in a capacity requiring such knowledge. The AAO dismissed the appeal, agreeing with the director's assessment that the described duties, such as training employees on company procedures and standards, did not meet the legal definition of specialized knowledge.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge
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