Bench time on EAD

[sshanbh]

Hi,

If I am using EAD and get laid off, how many weeks I have to find a new job ? Will it effect my I-485 processing ?

rgds,

subra

[pontevecchio]

It is not mandatory to work if one has the EAD. The problem would be satisfying the USCIS that the original job or a similar job if one were to use AC21 exists in response to a RFE from them which may or may not be asked. In all such matters please keep a Lawyer onboard till you get the GC in hand.

[sshanbh]

thanks. The local lawyer says AC21 is required for Dallas office. But some others suggested not to inform or file AC21 with USCIS until we get RFE while processing I-485. With my priority date in 2008 for EB2, i would expect many more job changes in coming years before I get my 485 current. Any suggestions will be great.

rgds,

shanu

[omshiv]

thanks. The local lawyer says AC21 is required for Dallas office. But some others suggested not to inform or file AC21 with USCIS until we get RFE while processing I-485. With my priority date in 2008 for EB2, i would expect many more job changes in coming years before I get my 485 current. Any suggestions will be great.

rgds,

shanu

Im sure the Attorney's know more than the "others"

" i would expect many more job changes in coming years"

this is the reason why companies do not want to invest in employees...you make things complicated for yourself.

[pontevecchio]

Then get a job qualifying for AC21 and THEN notify them. Obviously unless you have a qualifying job you cannot notify them.

[sshanbh]

"Others" mean again another lawyer. He says based on his experience most of the cases have been approved even without AC21. I am confused

[pontevecchio]

Please do yourself a favor and stick to one Good Lawyer. Please read my original reply.