Colombia lawyer
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm founded in 1997 that assists clients with US legal matters that have a Colombian dimension. Whether you are a Colombian national seeking a US visa, a US citizen with a Colombian spouse, or a business with cross-border operations, our firm provides US-side legal counsel while collaborating with a Colombian-licensed Of Counsel for Colombian law issues. Mr. Sris, the firm’s founder, is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. For Colombian law matters, the firm works with Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Colombia 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. To discuss your situation, call (888) 437-7747.
US Legal Services for Clients with Colombian Connections
Many individuals and businesses with ties to Colombia encounter US legal issues that require a lawyer familiar with both the US legal system and the practical realities of cross-border matters. Our firm focuses on the US side of these cases, while our Colombian Of Counsel provides insight into Colombian law and serves as a liaison for Spanish-speaking clients.
Common US legal needs include family-based and employment-based immigration, fiancé(e) visas, investor visas, and naturalization. Cross-border family law matters—such as divorce involving a Colombian spouse, child custody disputes, and recognition of a Colombian marriage in the US—also arise frequently. For businesses, we assist with US entity formation, contract review, and compliance with US regulations when a Colombian company enters the US market. In every matter, the US-licensed attorneys at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. handle the US legal work, and Eric Duport Jaramillo, our Of Counsel for Colombia, addresses Colombian law questions and facilitates communication.
How Mr. Sris and His Of Counsel Network Handle These Matters
When you contact the firm about a Colombia-related US legal issue, the process begins with a consultation to identify which aspects of your matter are governed by US law and which by Colombian law. Mr. Sris or another US-licensed attorney will assess the US legal requirements—such as USCIS petition eligibility, state divorce grounds, or business licensing—and develop a strategy. For any Colombian law component, Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar, provides Colombian legal analysis and coordinates with Colombian authorities if needed. This division ensures that each jurisdiction’s law is handled by an attorney licensed there.
Throughout the matter, the US and Colombian sides collaborate as necessary, but the US-licensed attorneys remain responsible for all US legal filings and representation. Clients receive clear guidance on what to expect from each side, and Spanish-language support is available through Mr. Duport Jaramillo and other Spanish-speaking professionals at the firm.
About Mr. Sris and the firm’s Of Counsel Network
Mr. Sris, the founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., is a former prosecutor admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. He has practiced since 1997 and has extensive experience in US immigration, family law, and business matters. Mr. Sris testified before the Virginia House Courts of Justice Committee in support of 2019 HB 635, the bill that became the 2019 revision to Va. Code § 20-107.3(g).
For Colombia-related matters, the firm’s Of Counsel network includes Eric Duport Jaramillo. Mr. Duport Jaramillo is a Colombian-licensed attorney with a background that includes service as Minister Counselor at the Embassy of Colombia to the European Union and as Executive President of the Pereira Chamber of Commerce. He is not admitted in any US state bar; his role is limited to Colombian law matters and to serving as a liaison for international clients with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Colombia lawyer at your firm do?
A Colombia lawyer at Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. handles the US legal aspects of matters that involve Colombia. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, manage US immigration petitions, family law cases, business transactions, and other US-law issues. For Colombian law questions—such as the validity of a Colombian marriage, Colombian corporate requirements, or Colombian court procedures—the firm collaborates with Eric Duport Jaramillo, a Colombian-licensed Of Counsel. This structure ensures that each country’s law is addressed by an attorney licensed in that jurisdiction.
Do I need a lawyer in Colombia for my US immigration case?
Generally, no—a US immigration case is handled by a US-licensed attorney. The US immigration process, including petitions filed with USCIS and consular processing at the US Embassy in Bogotá, is governed by US law. Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-licensed attorneys prepare and file the necessary forms and represent you before US immigration authorities. However, if your case involves a Colombian document—such as a birth certificate, marriage certificate, or police clearance—our Colombian Of Counsel can assist with obtaining and authenticating that document under Colombian procedures, which can streamline the process.
Can your firm help with a divorce involving a Colombian spouse?
Yes, we handle the US side of a divorce when one spouse is Colombian or the marriage took place in Colombia. The US divorce proceeding—whether filed in Virginia, Maryland, DC, New Jersey, or New York—is governed by that state’s law. Our US-licensed attorneys manage the filing, property division, spousal support, and child custody issues under US law. For questions about the validity of the Colombian marriage or the effect of a Colombian prenuptial agreement, we work with Eric Duport Jaramillo, who provides Colombian law analysis. The US court will generally recognize a marriage validly contracted in Colombia under the doctrine of lex loci celebrationis, but specific facts matter.
How do I get a US visa for my Colombian fiancé(e)?
The K-1 fiancé(e) visa process is a US immigration procedure handled by our US-licensed attorneys. We prepare and file the Form I-129F petition with USCIS, guide you through the consular interview at the US Embassy in Bogotá, and assist with adjustment of status after marriage. While the process is entirely under US law, our Colombian Of Counsel can help your fiancé(e) gather the required Colombian civil documents and understand what to expect at the embassy. Mr. Sris and the firm remain the attorneys of record for the immigration case.
What should I bring to a consultation about a Colombia-related legal matter?
Bring any relevant documents, a summary of your situation, and a list of questions. For immigration matters, include passports, birth certificates, marriage certificates, and any prior USCIS notices. For family law, bring financial records, prenuptial agreements, and information about children. If you have Colombian documents, bring both the original and a certified translation if available. During the consultation, we will identify which issues are US-law and which may require Colombian-law input, and we will explain how the firm’s US and Colombian attorneys would work together on your case.
How do I contact your firm about a Colombia-related legal issue?
Call (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation. The firm can answer initial questions in English or Spanish and connect you with the appropriate attorney. Consultations are by appointment only. You may also reach us through the contact form on the firm’s website. We serve clients from our US locations and our location in Pereira, Colombia, all by appointment.