Fake_me what is an RFE? I have contact with the lawyer but the problem is she is the company lawyer. I guess I need to request my employer to allow me to file for the 485 even if I'm laid-off though I guess there is a very less chance of them doing this. Regarding your note: "if you have approved 140 you can use it for SIMILAR JOB ANY STATE. " I am not quite clear on this. Does the 140 approval mean I'll get the EAD? If I don't then how am I eligible to work for any employer at any state?