dismissed
L-1B
dismissed L-1B Case: Women'S Apparel Retail
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses specialized knowledge or that the proposed marketing manager position requires such knowledge. The director concluded that the petitioner did not demonstrate that the beneficiary's duties involved knowledge or expertise beyond mere familiarity with the organization's products and services, a finding the AAO upheld.
Criteria Discussed
Specialized Knowledge Position Requiring Specialized Knowledge New Office Extension Requirements
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