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His background includes service as Minister Counselor at the Embassy of Colombia to the European Union and as Executive President of the Pereira Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Duport Jaramillo brings a deep understanding of Colombian institutions and cross-border business to the firm’s practice. He is licensed to practice law in Colombia and is not admitted in any US state bar. His role is limited to matters of Colombian law and to serving as a liaison for international clients with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys. For US-law matters, the firm’s principal attorney, Mr. Sris, and other US-admitted attorneys provide representation. To discuss a Colombia-related legal matter, call (888) 437-7747 or email colombia@sriscounsel.com.
He is licensed to practice law in Colombia. His professional career spans both public service and private-sector leadership. As Minister Counselor at the Embassy of Colombia to the European Union, he worked on diplomatic and trade matters between Colombia and EU member states. Later, as Executive President of the Pereira Chamber of Commerce, he led initiatives to support business development in Colombia’s coffee region. He speaks Spanish, English, and French. 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.
His Role at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C.
At the firm, Mr. Duport Jaramillo collaborates with Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys on cross-border matters that involve Colombian law. He provides analysis of Colombian legal issues, assists with document review and communication with Colombian authorities, and helps Spanish-speaking clients navigate the US legal system. He does not practice US law and does not appear in US courts. Atchuthan Sriskandarajah, Esq. is the principal attorney and founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., admitted to practice law in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. All US-law aspects are handled by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys of the firm.
How the Firm Handles Colombia-Related Matters
When a client’s legal needs involve both US and Colombian law, the firm structures the engagement to respect each attorney’s licensure. Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-licensed attorneys handle all US-law aspects—such as immigration petitions, US business formation, or US court proceedings. Mr. Duport Jaramillo addresses Colombian-law questions, reviews Colombian documents, and facilitates coordination with Colombian institutions. The firm maintains a location in Pereira, Colombia, by appointment only, which supports in-person consultations for clients in the region. This collaborative approach allows the firm to serve clients with cross-border interests while maintaining strict compliance with professional responsibility rules in both countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
He holds a law degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana and speaks Spanish, English, and French. His experience includes diplomatic representation, trade promotion, and business leadership in Colombia. He is not admitted to practice law in any US state.
He serves as Of Counsel for Colombia-law matters, working alongside the firm’s US-licensed attorneys on cross-border cases. His responsibilities include advising on Colombian legal issues, reviewing Colombian documents, and acting as a liaison for Spanish-speaking clients. He does not handle US-law matters or appear in US courts.
No. He is licensed only in Colombia and is not admitted to practice law in any US state bar. He cannot represent clients in US legal proceedings or provide US legal advice. For US-law matters, the firm’s principal attorney, Mr. Sris, and other US-admitted attorneys provide representation.
How can I contact the firm about a Colombia-related legal matter?
You can call (888) 437-7747 or email colombia@sriscounsel.com to schedule a consultation. Consultations are by appointment only. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys will discuss your US-law needs, and if Colombian law is involved, Mr. Duport Jaramillo may be engaged as appropriate.
Does the firm have a location in Colombia?
Yes, the firm has a location in Pereira, Colombia, by appointment only. This location supports in-person consultations for clients in Colombia and the surrounding region. It is not a separate law office; all US legal services are provided by the firm’s US-admitted attorneys from the firm’s US locations.
What types of Colombia-related matters does the firm handle?
The firm handles cross-border matters that involve both US and Colombian law, including business transactions, family law, and immigration liaison. US-law aspects—such as visa petitions, US corporate formation, or US litigation—are managed by Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-licensed attorneys. Colombian-law aspects are addressed by Mr. Duport Jaramillo in his capacity as Of Counsel. The firm does not practice Colombian law independently; all Colombian-law work is performed by Mr. Duport Jaramillo under his Colombian license.
No. He is not admitted to practice in any US state and cannot appear in US courts. If your matter requires US court representation, Mr. Sris or another US-licensed attorney at the firm will serve as counsel of record. Mr. Duport Jaramillo may assist with Colombian-law issues and client communication but does not act as an attorney in US proceedings.
He speaks Spanish, English, and French. This multilingual capability helps the firm communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking clients and with institutions in Colombia and Europe.