Dismissed
L-1B
L-1B Dismissed — Software Development / It (2019): did not establish the beneficiary possesses specialized
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary possesses specialized knowledge. The AAO found that the technologies and certifications cited were common industry standards (e.g., Cisco, Juniper) and not proprietary or unique to the petitioning organization. The petitioner did not establish that the beneficiary's knowledge was special or advanced compared to that of other workers in the field.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge Employment Abroad In A Specialized Knowledge Capacity Proposed Employment In A Specialized Knowledge Capacity New Office Requirements
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