It is not unusual that the CIS website will not have the most up to date information on your case status.

it will be a lapse in your status. That is what is called "back benching" and it is not allowed.

Until about a year ago one was required to maintain and extend one's original, nonimmigrant status until CIS approved the F1 change of status. CIS...

You should contact a financial advisor about questions like this.

Generally a conviction for disorderly conduct will not bar a person from being admitted into the U.S.

It depends on the conviction. Certain crimes such as sexual abuse of a minor can preclude one from filing a visa petition for a relative.

This is a question for a Canadian immigration lawyer.

One is not required to use an attorney to file form i-485 or any other USCIS form.

She is not likely to have any problems getting admitted on her advance parole document.

It certainly could be an issue if you have unresolved, pending charges.