Hi I wanted to get your legal opinion re my situation. I am currently applying for a green card through employment, my labor certification has been approved so far and the next steps are pending. My husband (whom I married 2 years ago) overstayed his visit 7 years ago (came in as a tourist and stayed). Is there any way of getting him legal in any way? I have heard of people paying fines for overstaying and obtaining legal status afterwards. My immigration lawyer recommends waiting almost 6 years after obtaining my green card and becoming a citizen before trying to apply for my husband. Is there any chance of doing something for him without having to wait so long?
Also can my green card be denied based on the fact that my husband is here illegally (I have never been out of status here)?
What could happen if he applied as a dependant on my green card application?
any info would be helpful, thank you.

