dismissed
L-1B
dismissed L-1B Case: Offshore Drilling
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses specialized knowledge and that the proposed employment requires such knowledge. The director found the evidence insufficient to prove that the beneficiary's understanding of the company's products, services, and procedures was truly special or advanced compared to others in the same industry.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge Position Requires Specialized Knowledge
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