Hi South, Thanks for your input. I've already got the job offer from the employer and will be starting to work there on my OPT first. Would your friend be willing to give me some more information on the application process? I could get in touch with him or he can email me at nirwata@hotmail.com. I thought that if a lawyer is hired, the expense has to come from the University and not from my own pocket. Thank you all for your help. -LoGiN