L1B to H1 - card1234

[card1234]

Hi,

I am currently on L1B visa from 2007 Jan. As I am close to 5 years of stay, what are the chances of getting H1B visa approvals if I applied now? .

if I got the H1b , how long will I get it. I have an offer from company B ( 1 year contract ).

Thanks,card1234