Sris Sriskandarajah
Atchuthan Sriskandarajah, known professionally as Mr. Sris, is the founder and owner of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., a US law firm with an international clientele. Mr. Sris is admitted to practice law in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. He leads the firm’s cross-border practice, coordinating with foreign-licensed Of Counsel to serve clients whose legal matters span multiple jurisdictions. For Colombia-related matters, the firm works with Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Colombian bar and not admitted in any US state bar; that role is limited to Colombia-law matters in collaboration with the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. All US-law aspects are handled by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. Reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
Background and Experience
Mr. Sris founded Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. in 1997. A former prosecutor, he has built a practice that spans criminal defense, family law, immigration, and cross-border matters. 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). He was also involved in the introduction of Virginia House Joint Resolution HJR 573 (2017), recognizing Pongal Day in the Commonwealth. Mr. Sris speaks English and Tamil.
The firm’s US locations are in Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York, all by appointment only. The firm also maintains a location in Pereira, Colombia, by appointment only, to better serve its Latin American clientele.
Cross-Border Practice
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. assists international clients with US legal needs, including immigration, business formation, and family law. Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle the US-law side of every matter. When a case involves foreign law, the firm engages its Of Counsel network—independent attorneys licensed in their home countries—to provide local-law guidance. This structure ensures that no attorney practices law in a jurisdiction where they are not admitted.
For clients with interests in Colombia, the firm’s collaboration with Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Colombian bar and not admitted in any US state bar, allows the firm to address Colombian-law questions while Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys handle all US-law aspects. Mr. Duport Jaramillo’s background includes 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. He is also fluent in Spanish, English, and French.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sris Sriskandarajah?
Mr. Sris is the founder and owner of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., a US law firm founded in 1997. He is a former prosecutor admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. He leads the firm’s cross-border practice and coordinates with foreign-licensed Of Counsel for international matters.
What does Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. do for international clients?
The firm provides US legal services to international clients, including immigration, business, and family law matters. For foreign-law aspects, the firm collaborates with independent Of Counsel attorneys licensed in the relevant country. This ensures that US-law work is handled by US-admitted attorneys and foreign-law work by foreign-licensed attorneys, maintaining strict jurisdictional separation.
Does the firm have an office in Colombia?
Yes, the firm maintains a location in Pereira, Colombia, by appointment only. This location supports the firm’s Latin American clientele and facilitates coordination with Colombia-licensed Of Counsel. All US-law services are provided by Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys from the firm’s US locations.
Who handles Colombia-law matters for the firm?
Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Colombian bar and not admitted in any US state bar, handles Colombia-law matters in collaboration with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. Mr. Duport Jaramillo’s role is limited to Colombian law and to serving as a liaison for international clients. He does not practice US law.
How can I contact Mr. Sris or the firm?
You can reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747. Consultations are by appointment only. The firm’s US locations are in Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York. For Colombia-related inquiries, the firm’s Pereira location is also available by appointment.
What is Mr. Sris’s legal background?
Mr. Sris is a former prosecutor with over two decades of experience. He founded the firm in 1997 and has testified before the Virginia legislature on family law legislation. He is admitted in five US jurisdictions and leads the firm’s cross-border practice, ensuring that every client receives coordinated representation across multiple legal systems.