I don't know who is advising you but they are not giving good advice. You worked past CPT and violated your F-1 status. The answer should be...

You can petition for your father. Whether the DUI results in inadmissibility depends on current situation and alcohol/ substance use.

It depends on the bases for applying asylum, how it impacts and current political climate in the country.

Your employer files the H-1B and will probably have to register you if lottery system is still in place for the next fiscal year.

Ensure you have lawful presence during the time your EAD is valid or your I-94 annotation is for the period of employment.

You may also submit other secondary evidence, so don't merely rely on the birth certificate. If your country gives certificates in regional...

You may want to mention the reasons for your frequent trips though they seem to be of short duration, you may want to consider if there are other...

You seek waiver of joint filing due to your divorce. Accordingly you will sign and ensure you file a good brief with extensive evidence of bona...

How timeliness is calculated for a second motion ( filed directly with USCIS field office)? I agree with my colleague. It is time to get a...

If you timely filed extension, you are not out of status nor accruing unlawful status until an adverse decision is made on your case.