H1 Expired - Adjust of status on marrying US citizen

[narayana7]

Can some one suggest me on the following:

I came here on H1B visa and due to present situation my visa could not extend and even applied for F1 status but not could not be considered favourably. I am now staying unauthorized w.e.f. 04/01/2009 and my questions are -

a) I am trying to get married to a US citizen and what are my chances to get the my status adjusted. How long will it take ?

b) The other option would be, if I go back to India and then get married in USA to a US Citizen and then apply for I 131, what are the chances to get back to US as early as possible.

c) what are your suggestions and recommendations so as to get the status adjusted at a minimum loss of time.

d) Is it advisable to consult a immigration attorney to process my issue?

Appreciate if any one of you suggest best route to follow.

Thanks in advance.

Narayan7

[shashikantj]

I think you should be ok. I heard in one of Rajiv's conference, that marrying to US citizen is like ganga snan (may 21st or May 7th conference). It washes away all the past sins. IMHO you should get married is US, get all your paper work together and then have a ceremonial marriage India. Consulting an Attorney is always better. BTW Congratulations.