Colombia Of Counsel network

Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., a US law firm founded in 1997, is building an Of Counsel network of Colombian-licensed attorneys to support clients with cross-border legal matters involving Colombia and the United States. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, handle the US-law dimensions of each matter, while a Colombian-licensed Of Counsel provides Colombian-law insight and serves as a liaison. Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel for Colombia matters, is licensed in Colombia. He is not admitted in any US state bar. His practice with the firm is limited to Colombian law and to serving as a liaison for international clients with US-licensed attorneys. Currently, Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not provide legal representation in Colombia. The firm is actively expanding its Of Counsel presence; Colombian-law matters will be handled through Colombian-licensed counsel once they are onboarded. For US legal needs or to inquire about the network, reach the firm at (888) 437-7747.

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Understanding the Colombia Of Counsel Network at SRIS

The Colombia Of Counsel network is designed around a clear division of responsibility. US legal issues—visas, FCPA compliance, family-law proceedings in US courts—are managed by Mr. Sris and other US-licensed attorneys at the firm. Colombian-law components, such as document authentication, local corporate registrations, or Colombian court procedures, are addressed through Colombian-licensed Of Counsel. Eric Duport Jaramillo, Licensed in Colombia. Not admitted in any US state bar. Practice with Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is limited to matters of Colombian law and to serving as a liaison for international clients with US-licensed attorneys at the firm, brings deep local knowledge from his service as a former Minister Counselor at the Embassy of Colombia to the European Union and as Executive President of the Pereira Chamber of Commerce. This structure ensures that each jurisdiction’s law is handled by an attorney licensed in that jurisdiction, consistent with both US and Colombian bar rules.

The network benefits clients who need coordinated legal support across borders. For example, a Colombian executive transferring to a US subsidiary can receive US immigration advice from a US-licensed attorney while the Colombian Of Counsel assists with Colombian exit documentation. The firm’s location in Pereira, Colombia (by appointment only) serves as a point of contact for the network. As the network grows, additional Colombian-licensed attorneys will join, expanding the firm’s ability to facilitate cross-border matters. In all cases, clients are advised that Colombian-law representation is provided by the Of Counsel independently, not by Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. itself, until such time as the firm establishes a direct Colombian-law practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Colombia Of Counsel network?

The Colombia Of Counsel network is a group of Colombian-licensed attorneys who collaborate with Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. on cross-border legal matters involving Colombia and the United States. The network allows the firm to offer coordinated services where US law and Colombian law intersect. A US-licensed attorney handles the US-law aspects, while a Colombian-licensed Of Counsel, such as Eric Duport Jaramillo, provides Colombian-law guidance and acts as a liaison. This arrangement helps clients navigate two legal systems without requiring a single attorney to be licensed in both countries. The network is still developing; currently, Colombian-law representation is delivered by the Of Counsel independently.

Who is Eric Duport Jaramillo and what is his role?

Eric Duport Jaramillo is an Of Counsel attorney for Colombia matters at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar. He serves as a liaison, applying his knowledge of Colombian law, institutions, and business culture. His background includes serving as a Minister Counselor at the Embassy of Colombia to the European Union and as Executive President of the Pereira Chamber of Commerce. In his role, he does not give US legal advice; rather, he facilitates communication between the client, the Colombian legal system, and the firm’s US-licensed attorneys. His practice with the firm is limited to Colombian-law matters and liaison functions.

Does Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. represent clients in Colombia?

Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not currently provide legal representation in Colombia. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys can advise on US law from their locations in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. For legal matters that must be handled in Colombian courts or under Colombian law, you need an attorney admitted by the Consejo Superior de la Judicatura. The firm can connect you with Colombian-licensed counsel through its Of Counsel network once those relationships are formalized. If you simply need US legal services while located in Colombia, you can work with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys remotely.

How can I get help with a US immigration matter if I am in Colombia?

The firm’s US-licensed attorneys can advise on US immigration law from their US locations, while Colombian Of Counsel can assist with local document authentication and translation support. Mr. Sris and other US-licensed attorneys handle matters before USCIS, consular posts, and US immigration courts. A Colombian Of Counsel, such as Eric Duport Jaramillo, can help obtain Colombian civil documents, secure apostilles under the Hague Apostille Convention, and offer cultural guidance. All US immigration legal advice is provided by the US-licensed attorney. The firm’s Pereira location can facilitate in-person document review and client meetings by appointment.

Can the firm help me with a Colombian divorce or family matter?

Family matters governed by Colombian law require a Colombian-licensed attorney. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not practice Colombian family law directly. However, if your case has US-law aspects—such as enforcing a Colombian divorce decree in a US state, or addressing child custody across borders—the firm’s US-licensed family lawyers can assist with those US-law components. For the Colombian side, the firm’s Of Counsel network can refer you to an independent Colombian-licensed attorney. As the network grows, more Colombian family-law Of Counsel will be available to coordinate directly.

What is the Hague Apostille Convention and does it apply between the US and Colombia?

The Hague Apostille Convention of 5 October 1961 simplifies document authentication between signatory countries, including Colombia and the United States. Because both Colombia and the United States are contracting parties, a Colombian public document intended for use in the US—or a US public document intended for use in Colombia—may be authenticated with an apostille rather than consular legalization. The firm’s Colombian Of Counsel can advise on obtaining a Colombian apostille from the appropriate issuing authority in Colombia. For US-issued documents, apostilles are obtained from the US state’s designated authority, and US-licensed attorneys can guide you through that process.

How do I contact the firm from Colombia?

Clients in Colombia can call +57 63419197 to reach the firm’s Pereira location, or call +1 (888) 437-7747 for US-based consultation. The Pereira location operates by appointment only and serves as a contact point for the Colombia Of Counsel network. You can also email colombia@sriscounsel.com or use the firm’s online intake form. A US-licensed attorney will respond to US-law inquiries, and Colombian-law inquiries will be routed to the appropriate Of Counsel for an independent consultation. All communications can be conducted in Spanish or English.

Can the firm handle FCPA compliance for US businesses operating in Colombia?

Yes, the firm’s US-licensed attorneys advise on US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) compliance for US companies operating in Colombia, while Colombian Of Counsel provide insight into Colombian anti-corruption law. The FCPA prohibits bribery of foreign officials and requires accurate books and records. Mr. Sris and other US-licensed lawyers can evaluate FCPA exposure and design compliance programs. Colombian Of Counsel, familiar with Colombia’s Estatuto Anticorrupción (Law 1474 of 2011) and the regulatory environment, can help assess local risks. This cross-border collaboration ensures that both US and Colombian legal obligations are addressed without conflating the two distinct legal regimes.

How is the firm’s Pereira location involved?

The Pereira location serves as a physical point of contact for the Colombia Of Counsel network, but all legal services are rendered by US-licensed attorneys from the United States or by Colombian-licensed counsel independently. The Pereira office, located at Carr

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