This will negatively impact your visa application. Best to consult with an immigration attorney especially before you leave. I would recommend...

I agree with my colleague. Facts seem confusing. Feel free to have your friend consult with an attorney so they can gather all relevant...

Unfortunately there is no flat attorney rate across the border. You will have to call a few office and get quotes directly. An attorney may want...

If you have maintained H-1B for less than 6 years, you are cap exempt and any employer can file for the balance time on the H-1b

Best to retain an attorney at the outset rather than use self-help resources as it is a complicated process and eventually the employer is likely...

There is no grace period. You can seek to change status if you need additional time.

A combination of skills and education sometimes suffices. Have an attorney fully review and opine

Your doubt is reasonable. Stay on H-1B

Yes, it is possible for certain country nationals to apply for AOS without having to seek H-1B

L-2 is dependent visa and required to have L-1 stay in the U.S. L-2 is not permitted to be "parked" in the U.S.