What are my options to get permanent residency in the US?

What are my options to get permanent residency in the US?

I am a Swedish citizen who has lived in the US legally for the last 12 years. I’ve been on an F1, H1B, and currently an F2 through my husband who is a UK citizen on an F1 visa. Both our minor children were born in the US and have American citizenship. Is there any other way for us to gain permanent residency here other than my husband later being sponsored for an H1B or through the diversity visa lottery? Based on the time we’ve been here legally or because our children are American citizens? Or is there some other way? Should we speak with an immigration law attorney? We’re in Los Angeles, CA.

Asked on October 26, 2011 under Immigration Law, California

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