What can a lawyer do to help speed up....

Unfortunately, no one can speed up the Visa Bulletin process.

I suggest that you consult with an immigration attorney about the details of the situation. It is not clear whether or not you are still working...

I-130 pending. Do I need to leave the country?

I suggest that you consult with an immigration attorney about the details of the situation. It is not clear whether or not you are still working...

There is a new law that came in August. Regarding green card sponsor.

There is no new law. It appears that you are referring to the fact that the F2A visa category, at this time, is "current" through September 2013. ...

My F1 visa was declined about a month back and now I am planning to marry a LPR. Will this cause any problem for I-130 filing?

The fact that your F-1 was denied should not be a problem, unless the F-1 was denied based on a misrepresentation by you, or based on some other...

Can an illegal immigrant who came in 1985 adjust status as the beneficiary of an I-130 filed and approved in 1997?

You mentioned that the I-130 was filed in 1997, and also that it was approved in 1997. It appears that your cousin is approximately 32 years old...

Do I really need J-1 waiver letter?

Based on the facts you present, it appears that you most likely need a waiver. It's sometimes the case that, even though the visa indicates that...

Out of status in May 2013 from F1 and filing for AOS and got receipt paper on August 1st 2013. Am I able to adjust my status?

The answer depends on whether you are admissible to permanent resident status. Based on the information you provided, you are probably eligible to...

Do i need to hire a lawyer?

It's difficult to determine based on your question. I suggest that you consult with an attorney in person and present all relevant documents, to...

Re-Opening an immigration Case

You mention having "proof that were not available at the time of your immigration hearing." I'm not sure what that means. Did the person receive...