Surco foreign investment lawyer
If you are searching for a Surco foreign investment lawyer, you may be looking for legal guidance on cross-border investments between the United States and Peru. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm founded in 1997, with US-admitted attorneys who handle the US-law side of foreign investment matters. For Peru-law aspects, the firm collaborates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and is not admitted in any US state bar. This page explains how our US-based counsel can assist with your cross-border investment needs.
How a US lawyer can assist with foreign investment involving Peru
Cross-border investment between the United States and Peru often requires legal work on both sides of the transaction. A US-licensed attorney can advise on the US regulatory framework that applies when a Peruvian investor acquires a US business, forms a US subsidiary, or raises capital in the United States. That framework includes federal securities laws administered by the SEC, state corporate statutes, and, for certain transactions, review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). Our US-admitted attorneys help clients navigate these requirements, structure transactions, and prepare the necessary filings.
For the Peru-law dimension—such as compliance with Peruvian foreign investment regulations, local corporate formalities, or tax considerations under Peruvian law—the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and is not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía provides Peru-law advice in collaboration with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys, ensuring that each side of the matter is handled by a lawyer admitted in the relevant jurisdiction. This division of responsibility protects clients and respects the professional rules that govern each country’s legal profession.
Frequently asked questions
What does a foreign investment lawyer do for US-Peru cross-border deals?
A foreign investment lawyer helps structure, document, and obtain regulatory clearance for transactions that cross the US-Peru border. On the US side, that can mean forming a Delaware corporation or LLC, drafting shareholder agreements, preparing private placement memoranda, and filing any required notices with US agencies. On the Peru side, the lawyer—working with Peru-licensed counsel—addresses local corporate registrations, foreign investment registration with ProInversión, and compliance with Peruvian sector-specific rules. The goal is a transaction that satisfies the legal requirements of both countries.
Do I need a lawyer in Peru or a US lawyer for my investment?
You typically need both—a Peru-licensed lawyer for Peru-law matters and a US-licensed lawyer for US-law matters. A Peruvian lawyer can advise on Peruvian corporate law, tax, and regulatory approvals, while a US lawyer handles the US side, such as entity formation, securities compliance, and immigration options. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. provides the US-law representation and coordinates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, for the Peru-law work, so you have a single point of contact for the cross-border effort.
How can Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. help with my investment in the US from Peru?
The firm’s US-admitted attorneys can guide you through every US legal step of establishing or acquiring a business in the United States. That includes choosing the right entity type, drafting operating agreements, securing an EIN, opening US bank accounts, and complying with federal and state regulations. If your investment involves a US visa category for which you may qualify, we can also advise on the immigration options available under current US law. For the Peru-law side, we engage Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and is not admitted in any US state bar.
Can the firm help me invest in Peru from the US?
Yes, the firm can assist with the US-law aspects of a US-based investor’s outbound investment into Peru. Our US attorneys can advise on US export controls, anti-corruption compliance under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and the US tax implications of a foreign investment. For the Peruvian legal requirements—such as registering the investment with Peruvian authorities, obtaining local permits, or structuring the Peruvian entity—we collaborate with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and is not admitted in any US state bar.
What US regulations apply to foreign investment from Peru?
Foreign investment into the United States is generally open, but certain transactions may be subject to review by CFIUS or to sector-specific restrictions. CFIUS can review acquisitions that could result in foreign control of a US business and may impose mitigation measures or recommend that the President block the transaction. In addition, investments in industries such as defense, telecommunications, and energy may require approvals from other US agencies. Our US-admitted attorneys can assess whether a proposed transaction triggers a CFIUS filing and help prepare the necessary submissions.
How does the firm work with a Peru-licensed attorney?
The firm maintains an Of Counsel relationship with Martín Mayandía, a lawyer admitted to practice law in Peru and not admitted in any US state bar. When a matter involves both US and Peruvian law, Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-licensed attorneys handle the US-law work, and Mr. Mayandía handles the Peru-law work. The two sides coordinate as needed, but each attorney practices only in the jurisdiction where they are admitted. This structure ensures that clients receive competent counsel on both sides of the border without any unauthorized practice of law.
What should I bring to a consultation about cross-border investment?
Bring a summary of the proposed transaction, the parties involved, and any documents you have already prepared or received. For a US-side consultation, it is helpful to have a description of the US business or investment target, the anticipated deal structure, and any questions about US regulatory requirements. If the matter also involves Peruvian law, we will connect you with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and is not admitted in any US state bar, and he will advise on the documents needed for the Peru-law side.
Is the firm located in Surco, Peru?
No, Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not have a location in Surco or anywhere in 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. For Peru-law matters, we work with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and is not admitted in any US state bar. Clients can reach the firm by phone at (888) 437-7747, and consultations are by appointment only.
Can the firm help with visa issues for Peruvian investors?
Yes, our US-admitted attorneys can advise on US immigration options that may be available to Peruvian investors. Depending on the nature and scale of the investment, an investor may qualify for a nonimmigrant visa such as the E-2 treaty investor visa, if a qualifying treaty exists, or for an EB-5 immigrant investor visa. We can evaluate your specific circumstances and explain the requirements under current US immigration law. For any Peru-law questions related to your departure or dual-nationality status, we coordinate with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and is not admitted in any US state bar.
How do I get started with cross-border investment legal services?
Contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation. During the initial call, we will discuss your investment goals, identify the US-law issues that need attention, and determine whether Peru-law counsel is required. If so, we will engage Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and is not admitted in any US state bar, to handle the Peru-side work. All consultations are by appointment only, and the information you share is protected by attorney-client privilege.