dismissed
L-1B
dismissed L-1B Case: It Consulting
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses the required 'specialized knowledge'. The AAO found that the petitioner's claims regarding how the beneficiary gained her specialized knowledge were at times contradicted by the evidence, and the record did not sufficiently demonstrate that her knowledge was truly special or advanced compared to others in the industry.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge Special Knowledge Of The Company Product Advanced Level Of Knowledge Of Processes And Procedures
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