Dismissed
L-1B
L-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2019): did not establish the beneficiary possessed the required
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possessed the required specialized knowledge. The petitioner did not adequately describe its proprietary tools or explain how the beneficiary's knowledge was distinct or advanced compared to other professionals in the IT manufacturing industry, failing to meet the evidentiary burden.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge Special Knowledge Of Company Product Advanced Knowledge Of Company Processes
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