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Published AAO appeal decisions
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2005-2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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- EB-1ALaw, policy, social scienceAug 2023Dismissed
Social worker seeks EB-1A classification for extraordinary ability. Claimed authorship of scholarly articles and leading role in established organization. AAO found unpublished manuscripts and insufficient evidence of distinguished organizational reputation; failed to meet three required criteria; appeal dismissed.
0 of 6 criteria metRead → - EB-1ALaw, policy, social scienceMay 2023Dismissed
A medical doctor practicing medical malpractice litigation sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding the petitioner satisfied only one of ten criteria and lacked sustained national or international acclaim required to demonstrate extraordinary ability.
1 of 7 criteria metRead →