Bibiana Moncada immigration Colombia
Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal serves as Of Counsel for Colombia practice at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. Licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar, Ms. Moncada Aristizabal’s practice with the firm is limited to matters of Colombian law and to serving as a liaison for international clients with US-licensed attorneys at the firm. She draws on six years of experience as a Senior Visa Specialist at the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá (2010–2016), where she developed substantial knowledge of US visa procedures and consular processing. For US immigration matters, Atchuthan Sriskandarajah, Esq., the firm’s founder and principal attorney, serves as lead counsel. Mr. Sris is admitted to practice law in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. All US-law aspects of an immigration matter are handled by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. Reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
Who Is Bibiana Moncada and What Is Her Role in Colombia-Related US Immigration Matters?
Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal is an Of Counsel attorney for Colombia practice at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., bringing firsthand knowledge of US consular operations and Colombian legal institutions to the firm’s cross-border immigration work. Licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar, Ms. Moncada Aristizabal’s practice with the firm is limited to matters of Colombian law and to serving as a liaison for international clients with US-licensed attorneys at the firm. Before joining the firm, she served for six years as a Senior Visa Specialist at the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá (2010–2016), a role that gave her direct experience with the U.S. Department of State visa adjudication process, consular interview procedures, and the documentation requirements that Colombian applicants face when seeking US visas. She earned her law degree from Universidad del Rosario and is a native Spanish speaker fluent in English.
On any US immigration matter involving a Colombian client, Mr. Sris serves as the attorney of record before USCIS, the Executive Office for Immigration Review, and US consular posts. Ms. Moncada Aristizabal supports the engagement by helping clients understand the Colombian-side documentation they need, communicating in Spanish when helpful, and drawing on her embassy background to explain what to expect at each stage. The firm also works with Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel for Colombia practice, who is admitted to practice law in Colombian bar and not admitted in any US state bar; his role is limited to Colombia-law matters in collaboration with the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. This structure ensures that US immigration legal work is performed exclusively by US-licensed counsel while Colombian clients receive culturally and linguistically informed support throughout their matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Bibiana Moncada and what is her role at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C.?
Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal is Of Counsel for Colombia practice at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., serving as a liaison between the firm’s US-licensed immigration attorneys and its Colombian clientele. Licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar, her practice with the firm is limited to matters of Colombian law and to serving as a liaison for international clients with US-licensed attorneys at the firm. She draws on six years of experience as a Senior Visa Specialist at the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá, where she worked directly with visa applicants and consular officers. She does not render US legal advice or represent clients in US immigration proceedings. For guidance on your specific situation, reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
Is Bibiana Moncada licensed to practice law in the United States?
No. Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal is licensed to practice law in Colombia and is not admitted in any US state bar. Her 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. All US immigration legal work — including preparing petitions, filing applications with USCIS, representing clients in removal proceedings before the Executive Office for Immigration Review, and appearing at consular interviews — is handled by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. This division of roles protects clients and complies with the professional conduct rules governing the unauthorized practice of law.
What US immigration matters does the firm handle for clients from Colombia?
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. handles a range of US immigration matters for Colombian nationals, including family-based petitions, fiancé visas, employment-based visas, naturalization, and removal defense. Mr. Sris, admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York, serves as lead counsel on these matters. The firm’s Colombia Of Counsel attorneys — Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal and Eric Duport Jaramillo, each licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar — support clients by explaining Colombian-side documentation requirements and facilitating communication in Spanish. For a consultation on a Colombia-related US immigration matter, contact the firm at (888) 437-7747.
What was Bibiana Moncada’s role at the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá?
Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal served as a Senior Visa Specialist at the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá for six years, from 2010 to 2016. In that role, she worked within the consular section and gained direct experience with the U.S. Department of State visa adjudication process, including nonimmigrant and immigrant visa categories, consular interview procedures, and the documentation standards applied to Colombian applicants. This background informs her work as a liaison for the firm’s Colombian clientele, though she does not render US legal advice. All US immigration legal services are provided by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C.
Can Bibiana Moncada represent me in US immigration proceedings?
No. Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal cannot represent clients in US immigration proceedings because she is not admitted to practice law in any US jurisdiction. She is licensed in Colombia and her 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. Representation before USCIS, the Executive Office for Immigration Review, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and US consular posts is provided exclusively by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. For representation in a US immigration matter, reach the firm at (888) 437-7747.
How does the firm coordinate between US immigration counsel and Colombia-law counsel?
On matters that involve both US immigration law and Colombian law, Mr. Sris handles the US-law side while the firm’s Colombia Of Counsel attorneys address Colombian-law questions, with each attorney working within their licensure. For example, a family-based immigration petition filed with USCIS is prepared and submitted by Mr. Sris as the US-licensed attorney of record. If the matter requires Colombian civil-registry documents, authentication of a Colombian marriage certificate, or analysis of a Colombian court order, the firm’s Colombia-licensed Of Counsel — Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal or Eric Duport Jaramillo, each admitted in Colombian bar and not admitted in any US state bar — advise on the Colombian-law aspects. The two sides collaborate as needed while maintaining strict jurisdictional separation.
What should I bring to a consultation about a Colombia-related US immigration matter?
For a consultation about a US immigration matter involving Colombian parties or documents, bring your passport, any prior US visa or immigration notices, Colombian civil-registry documents with certified English translations, and any correspondence from USCIS or the U.S. Department of State. If your matter involves a Colombian marriage, birth, or divorce decree, having the original document and a certified translation helps the US-licensed attorney assess what additional authentication may be needed. The firm’s Colombia Of Counsel can advise on obtaining and authenticating Colombian documents. Consultations are by appointment only. To schedule, call Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
Does the firm have a location in Colombia?
Yes. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. maintains a location in Pereira, Colombia, by appointment only. The Pereira location supports the firm’s Colombia practice and provides a point of contact for Colombian clients who are working with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys on US immigration matters. The firm’s Colombia Of Counsel — Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal and Eric Duport Jaramillo, each licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar — are available at the Pereira location for consultations on Colombian-law matters. The firm’s US principal location is in Virginia, also by appointment only. All consultations are scheduled in advance; reach the firm at (888) 437-7747.
What languages do the attorneys handling Colombia-related matters speak?
The attorneys and professionals handling Colombia-related matters at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. communicate in English and Spanish. Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal and Eric Duport Jaramillo are native Spanish speakers fluent in English. Mr. Sris, the firm’s founder and principal attorney, is a native Tamil speaker fluent in English. For Spanish-speaking clients, the Colombia Of Counsel attorneys facilitate communication with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys, ensuring that clients understand the US immigration process in their preferred language. All US legal advice and representation are provided in English by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. For a consultation, call (888) 437-7747.
How do I contact the firm about a Colombia immigration matter?
To discuss a Colombia-related US immigration matter with Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., call (888) 437-7747. Consultations are by appointment only and are available at the firm’s US locations and at its location in Pereira, Colombia. When you call, you may speak with a Spanish-speaking professional if you prefer. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, handle all US immigration legal work. The firm’s Colombia Of Counsel — Bibiana A. Moncada Aristizabal and Eric Duport Jaramillo, each licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar — are available to address Colombian-law questions and to serve as liaisons. For guidance on your specific cross-border situation, reach the firm at (888) 437-7747.