We had our aos interview for less than 10 mins. of basic questions, no decision yet after interview. Is this a good sign ?

Didn't you ask? Did you receive any paperwork?

LA doesn't do it anymore, but the practice may be different in MD. Raise the issue at the interview.

The COS was rightly denied if the Bene left the US. I don't see any point in appealing that. Your BIL needs to get his act together and go get his...

Is it advisable to Travel outside USA on a Buisiness trip , have an L1B Approved Visa?

We need some clarification: did you change status to L-1B? Fine to travel but you should get a visa at a Consulate before reentering the US.

Is it possible to have a lawyer work with you to apply for I131 re entry permit?

Absolutely! Reentry permits can be tricky.

Why ask attorneys here? Sure, you or your employer can file and EB1 on your own.

Visa for a professional

The answer is: it depends (degree, recognition, country or citizenship.) I'll thrown in a few: H-1B, O-1, TN...

Can I apply for a family based green card while on an F-1 visa?

EZ: LPR can't sponsor brother/sister.

When State Department will Release Visa Bulletin for January 2014?

I, for one, would like to read the future… F2A has made tremendous progress lately, very encouraging. The Jan 14 issue should be released this week...

HI, MY GREEN CARD IS EXPIRING ON 12-17-2013, CAN I RENEW IT AFTER IT EXPIRES? I WON'T HAVE THE MONEY TILL FEBRUARY 2014.

Yes, you can renew your card after it's already expired. But you may have problems with employment in the meantime. And no international travel...