Peru gaming lawyer
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm founded in 1997 that assists clients with gaming law matters involving Peru. Our US-admitted attorneys handle the US-law side of cross-border gaming transactions, licensing, and compliance, while the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, addresses Peruvian gaming law. Mr. Mayandía is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar; his role is limited to Peru-law matters in collaboration with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. Whether you are a US-based gaming operator exploring the Peruvian market, a Peruvian gaming enterprise seeking US legal guidance, or an individual with a gaming-related legal issue that spans both countries, the firm can provide coordinated counsel. For a consultation, reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
What a cross-border gaming practice covers
A cross-border gaming practice addresses the legal and regulatory requirements that arise when gaming activities, operators, or assets involve both the United States and Peru. On the US side, this can include compliance with federal statutes such as the Wire Act, the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA), and the Illegal Gambling Business Act, as well as state-level licensing and regulatory frameworks. On the Peruvian side, gaming is governed by the Peruvian Civil Code and specific gaming regulations administered by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR) and the General Directorate of Casino Games and Slot Machines. Because the two legal systems are distinct, a matter that touches both countries requires attorneys who understand each jurisdiction’s rules and can coordinate the US and Peruvian components without creating unauthorized-practice risks.
The firm’s cross-border gaming practice covers matters such as structuring a US-Peru gaming joint venture, obtaining a Peruvian gaming license for a US operator, advising on anti-money-laundering compliance that satisfies both US and Peruvian standards, and resolving disputes that involve gaming contracts or operations in either country. The US-admitted attorneys at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. handle the US legal work, while Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar, handles the Peruvian-law aspects. This division ensures that each side of the matter is handled by an attorney licensed in the relevant jurisdiction.
How Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel network handle gaming matters
Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys manage the US gaming-law component, and the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, manages the Peruvian-law component, with the two sides collaborating as needed while maintaining strict jurisdictional separation. For a US operator seeking a Peruvian gaming license, the firm would handle the operator’s US corporate structure, US tax implications, and any US regulatory filings, while Mr. Mayandía would prepare the Peruvian license application, interact with MINCETUR, and ensure compliance with Peruvian gaming regulations. For a Peruvian gaming company entering the US market, the firm would advise on state-by-state licensing, federal anti-money-laundering obligations, and US advertising rules, while Mr. Mayandía would address any Peruvian regulatory requirements that continue to apply to the company’s home operations.
This collaborative model allows the firm to offer coordinated counsel without any attorney practicing law in a jurisdiction where they are not admitted. Mr. Sris is admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York; the firm’s other US-licensed Of Counsel are admitted in their respective states. Martín Mayandía is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. Every engagement is structured so that the US-law work is performed by US-admitted attorneys and the Peruvian-law work is performed by Mr. Mayandía, with the two sides communicating to keep the overall matter aligned.
About Mr. Sris and the firm’s Of Counsel network
Mr. Sris, Owner and Founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., is a former prosecutor admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. He founded the firm in 1997 and has built a practice that serves clients across the United States and internationally. Mr. Sris testified before the Virginia House Courts of Justice Committee in support of 2019 HB 635 (chief patron Del. David Bulova), the bill that became the 2019 revision to Va. Code § 20-107.3(g). Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel bring over 120 years of combined legal experience.
The firm’s Of Counsel network includes attorneys licensed in multiple US states and in Peru. Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel for Peru matters, is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. His practice with the firm is limited to Peruvian-law matters and to serving as a liaison for international clients with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. This structure ensures that every cross-border gaming matter receives the benefit of both US and Peruvian legal knowledge while respecting the boundaries of each attorney’s licensure.
Frequently asked questions
What does a Peru gaming lawyer do?
A Peru gaming lawyer handles legal matters related to gaming activities that involve Peruvian law, US law, or both. For a US-based client, the lawyer can assist with understanding Peruvian gaming regulations, obtaining a Peruvian gaming license, structuring a US-Peru gaming joint venture, and ensuring compliance with both countries’ anti-money-laundering rules. Because gaming law is highly regulated in both jurisdictions, working with attorneys who are licensed in the relevant country is essential. At Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., the US-admitted attorneys handle the US side, and the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, handles the Peruvian side. For a consultation, call (888) 437-7747.
Do I need a US-admitted attorney and a Peru-admitted attorney for a cross-border gaming matter?
Yes, a cross-border gaming matter typically requires both a US-admitted attorney and a Peru-admitted attorney because the legal frameworks are separate and each attorney can only practice in the jurisdiction where they are licensed. A US attorney cannot give legal advice on Peruvian gaming regulations, and a Peruvian attorney cannot advise on US federal or state gaming laws. The firm addresses this by having Mr. Sris and the US-admitted Of Counsel handle the US-law work, while Martín Mayandía, admitted in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar, handles the Peruvian-law work. The two sides coordinate to provide a unified strategy.
How does the firm handle US gaming-law compliance for a Peruvian operator?
The firm’s US-admitted attorneys advise Peruvian gaming operators on the US federal and state laws that apply to their activities in the United States. This can include compliance with the Wire Act, the UIGEA, state licensing requirements, and anti-money-laundering obligations under the Bank Secrecy Act. The firm also works with the operator’s Peruvian counsel (often Mr. Mayandía) to ensure that the operator’s home-country compliance program aligns with US expectations. All US-law advice is provided by attorneys admitted in the relevant US jurisdiction.
Can the firm help me obtain a Peruvian gaming license?
Yes, through the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, the firm can assist with the Peruvian gaming license application process. Mr. Mayandía is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar; his role is limited to Peruvian-law matters. He can prepare the application, interact with MINCETUR, and advise on the Peruvian regulatory requirements. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys can simultaneously handle any US corporate or tax structuring that the license applicant needs. This coordinated approach allows the client to work with one point of contact while receiving licensed counsel in both countries.
What should I bring to a consultation about a cross-border gaming matter?
For a productive consultation, bring any documents that describe the gaming activity, the parties involved, and the jurisdictions at issue. This might include a business plan, existing gaming licenses, corporate formation documents, contracts, and any correspondence with regulators. If the matter involves both the US and Peru, it is helpful to identify which country’s law governs each aspect. The consultation will allow the firm to assess which attorneys need to be involved and to outline a strategy that respects the licensure boundaries of each attorney. To schedule a consultation, call (888) 437-7747.