Cusco lawyer
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm founded in 1997, with its principal location in Virginia and additional locations in Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. The firm does not maintain a location in Cusco, Peru, but it regularly assists clients in Cusco and throughout Peru with US legal matters. These include US immigration, business transactions, family law, and estate planning where US law applies. For matters governed by Peruvian law, the firm collaborates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía’s role is limited to Peru-law matters in coordination with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. To discuss your US legal needs from Cusco, contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
How a US law firm can serve clients in Cusco, Peru
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. provides US legal representation to individuals and businesses in Cusco without requiring them to travel to the United States. Many cross-border situations involve US law even when the client is in Peru. A Peruvian citizen seeking a US visa, a US citizen with property in Cusco who needs US estate planning, or a business transaction between a US company and a Peruvian entity all raise US legal questions. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle those questions directly, while the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, addresses any Peru-law aspects that arise. This division of responsibility ensures that each matter receives the appropriate jurisdictional expertise.
The firm’s US practice areas most relevant to clients in Cusco include family-based and employment-based immigration, cross-border divorce and child custody, US business formation and contracts, and estate planning for assets located in the United States. Because the firm does not have a location in Cusco, all consultations are conducted by phone, video conference, or email. The firm’s staff includes Spanish-speaking professionals, and consultations can be arranged in Spanish when needed. For Peru-law matters—such as a local property dispute, a Peruvian divorce, or a criminal matter in Cusco—the firm connects clients with Mr. Mayandía, who is admitted in Peru and can provide direct representation under Peruvian law.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have a lawyer located in Cusco?
No, Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not have a location in Cusco, Peru. The firm is a US law firm with its principal location in Virginia and additional locations in Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. However, the firm regularly assists clients in Cusco with US legal matters through remote consultations and electronic communication. For Peru-law matters, the firm collaborates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and can provide local representation. Clients in Cusco can reach the firm by phone at (888) 437-7747 or by email at peru@sriscounsel.com.
Can you help with a US visa application from Cusco?
Yes, the firm’s US immigration attorneys can assist with visa petitions and consular processing for clients in Cusco. The firm handles family-based petitions, employment-based visas, and other US immigration matters. The process typically involves preparing and filing petitions with US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and guiding the client through the consular interview at the US Embassy in Lima. Because the firm’s attorneys are admitted in the United States, they can represent clients before USCIS and the Department of State. The firm’s staff includes Spanish-speaking professionals, and consultations can be conducted in Spanish. For questions about Peruvian immigration law, the firm refers clients to its Peru Of Counsel.
What if I need a lawyer for a Peruvian legal matter?
For matters governed by Peruvian law, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía handles Peru-law matters such as local civil disputes, Peruvian family law, criminal defense in Peru, and business transactions under Peruvian law. His role is limited to Peru-law matters in collaboration with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. If your matter involves both US and Peruvian law, the firm coordinates the two sides so that each jurisdiction’s law is handled by an attorney admitted there. To discuss a Peru-law matter, contact the firm and ask to be connected with Mr. Mayandía.
How do I contact the firm from Cusco?
You can reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. from Cusco by calling the firm’s toll-free number, (888) 437-7747, or by emailing peru@sriscounsel.com. The firm’s intake staff includes Spanish-speaking professionals who can assist with scheduling a consultation. Consultations are conducted by phone or video conference at a time convenient for you, taking into account the time difference between Peru and the United States. The firm does not have a walk-in location in Cusco; all contact is remote. For urgent matters, the toll-free line is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Do you handle US business formation for Peruvian entrepreneurs?
Yes, the firm assists Peruvian entrepreneurs with forming US companies, drafting contracts, and addressing US regulatory requirements. Common structures include limited liability companies (LLCs) and corporations formed in states such as Delaware, Florida, or Virginia. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle entity formation, operating agreements, and compliance with US federal and state law. If the business will also operate in Peru, the firm coordinates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, for Peru-law aspects such as local registration and tax obligations. The firm does not provide tax advice; clients are encouraged to consult a qualified tax professional for both US and Peruvian tax matters.
Can you help with a US divorce if one spouse is in Cusco?
Yes, the firm handles cross-border divorce and family law matters where one party resides in the United States and the other in Peru. The US-admitted attorneys at the firm can file for divorce in a US state court, address child custody and support under that state’s law, and work on property division involving US assets. If the marriage was celebrated in Peru, the firm can assist with authenticating the Peruvian marriage certificate for use in US proceedings. For any issues governed by Peruvian family law—such as a divorce filed in Peru or custody under Peruvian law—the firm collaborates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted in Peru. The firm does not practice Peruvian law directly.
Is a consultation available in Spanish?
Yes, consultations can be conducted in Spanish. The firm’s staff includes Spanish-speaking professionals, and Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, is a native Spanish speaker. When you contact the firm, you can request a Spanish-language consultation. For US legal matters, the US-admitted attorney will participate with the assistance of an interpreter if needed. For Peru-law matters, Mr. Mayandía can communicate directly in Spanish. The firm’s website, sriscounsel.com, also offers Spanish-language content for international clients.
What are the fees for US legal services?
Fees vary depending on the type of matter, its complexity, and the time required. The firm typically charges on a flat-fee or hourly basis, and the fee arrangement is discussed during the initial consultation. Because the firm does not have a location in Cusco, there are no additional travel costs; all work is performed remotely. For Peru-law matters handled by Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, his fees are separate and are discussed directly with him. The firm does not provide free legal services, but the initial consultation allows you to understand the likely cost before you decide to proceed. Contact the firm at (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation and receive a fee estimate.
Do I need to travel to the US for my case?
In most US legal matters, you do not need to travel to the United States. The firm can handle immigration petitions, business formation, contract review, and many family law matters entirely through remote communication. For certain court appearances, such as a divorce trial or a custody hearing, your physical presence may be required, but the firm will advise you on when travel is necessary. If you need to appear at the US Embassy in Lima for a visa interview, you can do so without traveling to the United States. The firm’s attorneys will prepare you for any required appearance and can often arrange for remote participation where permitted by the court.
How does the firm coordinate with a Peru lawyer?
The firm collaborates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. When a matter involves both US and Peruvian law, the firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle the US side, and Mr. Mayandía handles the Peru side. The two sides communicate as needed to ensure a coordinated approach, but each attorney remains responsible only for the law of the jurisdiction in which they are admitted. This structure protects clients by ensuring that no attorney practices law in a jurisdiction where they are not licensed. For a matter that is purely Peruvian, the firm can connect you directly with Mr. Mayandía.
About Mr. Sris and the Of Counsel network
Mr. Sris, Owner and Founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., is admitted to practice law in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. He leads the firm’s US legal practice and has extensive experience in cross-border matters. For Peru-law matters, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía’s role is limited to Peru-law matters in collaboration with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel bring extensive combined legal experience. All US-law aspects of a matter are handled by Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys.