H1B transfer - STEM OPT

[itsNits]

Current Situation:

1. Laid off July 7

2. H1B approved this year from the previous employer. 

3. STEM OPT in processing: Received date Jun 9

4. I am trying to retain the approved H1B. Along with that trying to get STEM OPT approval. 

Questions: 

1. Can I transfer my H1B to new employer before Oct 1? Will there be an issue if the transfer is initiated before Oct 1. 

2. I have been told my previous employer will withdraw the application near to Oct 1. In case they do what should by my plan if I don't find a new employer by then to transfer my H1B. 

3. Is there a way to be cam exempted in any way possible. 

3. In case I find a new employer, do STEM OPT students can work remotely (WFH) or they need to be present near the employer's office?

[JoeF]

The H1 is gone, since you never worked on the H1. It can not be transferred.