Peru concession agreement lawyer
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., a US law firm founded in 1997, assists clients with cross-border project finance and infrastructure matters, including concession agreements involving Peru. Mr. Sris, the firm’s founder and managing attorney, leads the US-law side of these engagements, while the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, handles Peru-law aspects. For a consultation, call (888) 437-7747.
What This Cross-Border Practice Area Covers
A concession agreement is a long-term contract between a government authority and a private entity to develop, operate, and maintain public infrastructure—roads, ports, airports, energy facilities, or water systems. When the project involves US investors, lenders, contractors, or offtakers, the transaction sits at the intersection of US and Peruvian law.
On the US side, the firm addresses structuring, financing, and regulatory compliance. For example, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (15 U.S.C. § 78dd-1 et seq.) may apply to US persons participating in a Peruvian concession, and US securities laws can govern any offering of interests tied to the project. The firm also handles US-law contract negotiation, dispute resolution clauses, and enforcement of US judgments or arbitral awards. On the Peruvian side, the concession is governed by Peru’s civil code, public procurement regulations, and sector-specific concession laws. The firm’s Peru Of Counsel ensures that the Peruvian legal framework is properly addressed, from the bidding process through the operational phase.
How Mr. Sris and His Of Counsel Network Handle These Matters
Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys of the firm handle all US-law aspects: structuring the transaction, conducting FCPA due diligence, negotiating US-law governed documents, and representing clients in US litigation or arbitration. For Peru-law matters, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar; that role is limited to Peru-law matters in collaboration with the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. The firm does not maintain a location in Peru; all US-law work is conducted from the firm’s principal location in Virginia, by appointment only.
This division of responsibility ensures that each side of the transaction receives advice from attorneys licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Mr. Sris and the Peru Of Counsel coordinate closely, but the legal advice on US law comes exclusively from Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys, while Peruvian legal advice comes exclusively from the Peru-admitted Of Counsel.
About Mr. Sris and the Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. Of Counsel Network
Mr. Sris, Owner and Founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. He has extensive experience in cross-border project finance and infrastructure matters, and he 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).
The firm’s Of Counsel network includes Martín Mayandía, who is admitted in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía focuses on Peru-law aspects of concession agreements, working in collaboration with the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. Together, Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel bring extensive combined legal experience to cross-border infrastructure projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a concession agreement in Peru?
A concession agreement in Peru is a government-granted right for a private party to finance, build, operate, and maintain public infrastructure over a long term. These agreements are governed by Peruvian law, including the Concessions Law and sector-specific regulations. The private party typically recovers its investment through user fees or government payments. US participants must also consider US legal requirements, such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, when engaging with Peruvian government entities.
How does US law apply to a Peru concession agreement?
US law applies to the US persons, entities, and financing involved in a Peru concession project. For example, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act prohibits bribery of foreign officials and requires accurate books and records for US issuers and domestic concerns. US securities laws may govern any offering of project-related securities. Additionally, if the parties choose US law to govern their contract, US contract principles will apply. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle these US-law dimensions.
Do I need both a US lawyer and a Peru lawyer for a concession project?
Yes—a cross-border concession project typically requires both US-licensed counsel and Peru-licensed counsel. US counsel addresses US regulatory, financing, and contractual issues, while Peru counsel handles Peruvian concession law, procurement rules, and local permits. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. provides the US-law representation through Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys, and coordinates with Martín Mayandía, the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, for the Peru-law side. This dual-counsel approach helps ensure compliance in both jurisdictions.
How does Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. handle the US-Peru legal divide?
The firm maintains a strict jurisdictional separation: US-law matters are handled exclusively by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys, while Peru-law matters are handled by the Peru-admitted Of Counsel. The two sides collaborate on strategy and document review, but each attorney’s advice is limited to the jurisdiction in which they are licensed. The firm does not practice Peru law, and the Peru Of Counsel does not practice US law. This structure protects clients and complies with applicable bar rules.
What should I bring to a consultation about a Peru concession agreement?
Bring any existing project documents, term sheets, or correspondence with Peruvian government entities, as well as information about the US parties and financing structure. The firm will review the US-law aspects and coordinate with the Peru Of Counsel to assess Peruvian legal requirements. Consultations are by appointment only; call (888) 437-7747 to schedule.
How do I engage the firm for a Peru concession matter?
Contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to discuss your project. The firm will evaluate the US-law needs and, if Peru-law counsel is required, will engage Martín Mayandía, the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, to handle the Peruvian side. All engagements begin with a conflict check and a written engagement letter. The firm’s principal location is in Virginia, and consultations are by appointment only.