A writer claimed extraordinary ability in the arts under EB-1A. The AAO dismissed the appeal summarily because counsel failed to specifically challenge the director's findings or provide arguments addressing the regulatory criteria, and submitted no brief or evidence within the required timeframe.

Self-petitioner for EB-1A extraordinary ability classification appealed denial. Petitioner failed to submit promised brief or evidence within 23 months and did not identify any erroneous conclusions of law or fact. Appeal summarily dismissed for failure to support appeal.

A physiotherapist sought EB-2 classification with a national interest waiver. The AAO affirmed that the petitioner failed to meet the underlying EB-2 exceptional ability requirement at the final merits stage, despite satisfying three initial criteria. Because eligibility for the underlying classification was not established, NIW analysis was waived and the appeal was dismissed.

An arts petitioner sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. The service center denied for failure to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or meet three regulatory criteria. The AAO summarily dismissed the appeal because petitioner failed to identify specific erroneous conclusions of law or fact, despite counsel's promise to submit a brief.