dismissed
L-1B
dismissed L-1B Case: Software Engineering
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to establish that the Beneficiary possesses the required specialized knowledge. The Petitioner did not sufficiently describe the nature of the Beneficiary's knowledge or explain how it was distinct or advanced compared to that of other software engineers in the same industry. The evidence provided was too general and did not prove that the Beneficiary's past and future roles required a level of knowledge beyond what is commonly held.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge Special Knowledge Of The Petitioner'S Product Advanced Knowledge Of The Petitioner'S Processes And Procedures
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