EAD (WorkPermit)

Let me preface by saying that the reason I got my renewed EAD in hand today is due to this group. When my lawyer was unhelpful and it had been over 6 months since I filed my EAD application, I took matters in my own hands, followed the tips on this blog and got my EAD renewed. SO THANK YOU SO MUCH TO EVERYONE who shared their experiences, tips and timelines here. You are helping a lot of people by doing so :)

Details:
EAD type: C-09 renewal, NBC Center.
Priority date 8/15/17
First SR: 12/25/2017, response on 12/28/17 citing that I refer to the 180 day EAD extension
2nd SR: 2/15/18: generic response that there are no updates
3rd SR: 3/1/18: again generic response via email after few days
3/15/18: Called helpline transferred to L2 officer said he will generate an inquiry and I will get a response in few days. A week later same generic response again that there are no updates on my case
3/15/18: Also contacted Ombudsman, Senator & Congressman in one day and also booked INFOPASS for 4/10/18 (heard back from Ombudsman after a week citing they have my application and have asked USCIS for a response)
4th SR: 3/24/18: No response
3/30/18: Called USCIS helpline again, spoke to L2 officer who said he will submit an expedite request on my behalf
4/3/18: Wohla!! I got an update on the new DHS site that the case has been approved along with my request for expedite
4//5/18: Update Card is being produced
4/6/18: Card has been mailed
4/9/18: Card is received in my hand :)

I now have a INFOPASS appointment that I am canceling and also reaching out to the Ombudsman, and Senator to let them know I am all set.