Can an extension be filed and considered valid after H1B expires but before I94 expiration?

In my opinion, your employer would be able to file an extension request before the time of the I-94 expiration. USCIS or CBP included the 10 day grace period that is given to H-1B holders to leave the country after the H-1B time expires. It is our understanding that this time can be used not only to prepare for departure, but for other purposes including the filing of an extension. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.