H1B vs EAD

[Arun04]

I know that there are multiple queries on this topic but my situation is a little different as I am not the primary applicant on the I-485 application and neither am I on H4 visa but on H1B.

Current Scenario: My wife's I-485 was filed and as I was filed as a dependent on her application, I have an EAD card. I am now thinking of switching from my H1B visa status to EAD to save remaining 2.5 years on my H1B.

My concerns are:

1. If my wife's I-485 application gets denied and my employer files for my H1B, will I face any issues for switching back from EAD to H1B visa status?

2. Also if move to EAD, is there a time limit as to when I should switch back to H1B to prevent going into the quota? I last enetred into US with a stamped H1B visa in 2010 valid until Sept 2012 but I also have an approved H1B extension until 2014.

3. If for any reason, I have to switch back to H1B, will this have any implications on my wife's I-485?

Your answers will be appreciated.

[pontevecchio]

1. No if you otherwise qualify for the H1.

2. You will not be in the cap for a TOTAL of 6 years in actual H1 status.

3. No connection at all.

[Arun04]

My current employer plans to begin my green card application process next year. Will my being on dependent EAD affect my green card application as a primary applicant?

[pontevecchio]

No.........................................................................................