US investor counsel for Peru
US investors pursuing opportunities in Peru face a dual legal landscape: US regulatory requirements that govern outbound investment and cross-border transactions, and Peruvian law that controls local incorporation, tax, labor, and sector-specific permits. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. provides US-side counsel to investors, structuring the US legal aspects of the venture while collaborating with Peru-admitted Of Counsel on Peruvian law matters. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys advise on entity formation, cross-border contracts, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (15 U.S.C. § 78dd-1 et seq.) compliance, export controls under the Export Administration Regulations, and the US-side implementation of the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement (19 U.S.C. § 3805 note). For the Peruvian-law dimension, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar; his role is limited to Peru-law matters in collaboration with the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. Reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to discuss your cross-border investment matter.
What US investor counsel for Peru covers
US investor counsel for Peru addresses the US legal framework that governs an American person or entity investing in or doing business with Peru. This includes structuring the US entity that will hold the Peruvian investment, drafting cross-border shareholder and operating agreements, ensuring compliance with US anti-corruption and export-control laws, and coordinating with Peruvian counsel on local incorporation, tax registration, and regulatory approvals. The US-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement, implemented by the United States, provides a framework for tariff treatment and investment protections, but its application requires careful analysis of rules of origin and investment-chapter definitions. US counsel also advises on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which applies to US issuers, domestic concerns, and certain foreign persons acting in US territory, and on the reporting obligations that may arise under the Bank Secrecy Act and IRS foreign-account requirements. The goal is to build a legally sound structure that respects both US and Peruvian law from the outset.
Because Peruvian law governs the local entity, employment relationships, and sector-specific permits, the US investor counsel does not opine on Peruvian law. Instead, the firm’s US-admitted attorneys work in tandem with Martín Mayandía, the firm’s Peru-admitted Of Counsel, who handles the Peruvian-law side. This division of responsibility ensures that the US investor receives competent counsel on each jurisdiction’s requirements without any unauthorized practice of law. The US counsel’s role is to keep the US side of the transaction compliant and to facilitate a seamless handoff to Peruvian counsel for local matters.
How Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel network handle US-Peru investment matters
Mr. Sris, the firm’s founder and managing attorney, leads the US-law side of every US-Peru investment engagement. He is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York, and he draws on decades of experience structuring cross-border transactions for international clients. For the Peruvian-law component, the firm engages Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía’s role is limited to Peru-law matters in collaboration with the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. This arrangement keeps the US and Peruvian legal work strictly separated by licensure, consistent with the rules of professional conduct in both countries.
The typical engagement begins with a consultation in which Mr. Sris and the client identify the US legal issues—entity choice, FCPA exposure, export-control classification, financing structure, and any US securities-law implications. Once the US framework is clear, Mr. Mayandía is brought in to advise on Peruvian incorporation, tax registration, labor law, and any sector-specific permits. The two sides coordinate through the firm, but each attorney remains responsible only for the law of the jurisdiction in which they are admitted. The client receives integrated advice without any attorney stepping outside their licensure.
About Mr. Sris and the sriscounsel Of Counsel network
Mr. Sris, Owner and 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 founded the firm in 1997 and has built a practice that serves international clients with US legal needs. Mr. Sris 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). His legislative involvement reflects a commitment to shaping the law, not merely applying it.
The sriscounsel Of Counsel network includes independent attorneys admitted in foreign jurisdictions who collaborate with the firm on cross-border matters. For Peru, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía’s practice with the firm is limited to Peru-law matters and to serving as a liaison for international clients with the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel bring extensive combined legal experience across US and foreign jurisdictions. The firm has documented experience across multiple cross-border practice areas since 1997. Results may vary; prior outcomes do not guarantee a similar result.
Frequently asked questions
What does a US investor counsel do for a Peru-focused investment?
A US investor counsel structures the US legal side of the investment, ensuring compliance with US anti-corruption, export-control, tax, and securities laws while coordinating with Peruvian counsel on local requirements. The US attorney drafts or reviews the US entity’s operating agreement, subscription agreements, and cross-border contracts; advises on FCPA risk and due-diligence protocols; and handles any US regulatory filings. The Peruvian-law aspects—incorporation, labor, tax registration, and permits—are handled by the firm’s Peru-admitted Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía. This division keeps each attorney within their licensure and gives the investor a single point of coordination for both jurisdictions. For a consultation on your specific cross-border matter, contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
Do I need both a US lawyer and a Peruvian lawyer for my investment?
Yes, because US law and Peruvian law are separate legal systems, and no single attorney is licensed to practice in both. A US-licensed attorney can advise on US federal and state law but cannot opine on Peruvian corporate, tax, or regulatory matters. Conversely, a Peruvian-licensed attorney cannot practice US law. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. provides the US-side counsel through Mr. Sris and his US-admitted colleagues, and the firm collaborates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar, for the Peruvian-law work. This dual-counsel model ensures that every legal question is answered by an attorney licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. To discuss the details of your international matter, reach the firm at (888) 437-7747.
How does the firm handle FCPA compliance for US investors in Peru?
The firm advises US investors on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act by assessing the investor’s risk profile, designing compliance policies, and conducting or overseeing due diligence on Peruvian partners and agents. The FCPA, codified at 15 U.S.C. § 78dd-1 et seq., prohibits bribery of foreign officials and requires accurate books and records for issuers. The firm helps clients classify their status under the statute, evaluate whether proposed payments or gifts could trigger liability, and implement internal controls. Because the FCPA is a US statute, this advice is provided exclusively by the firm’s US-licensed attorneys. Peruvian anti-corruption law is addressed separately by Martín Mayandía, the firm’s Peru-admitted Of Counsel. For guidance on your specific cross-border situation, reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
What should I bring to an initial consultation about a US-Peru investment?
Bring a summary of the proposed investment, the identities of the US and Peruvian parties, any existing term sheets or letters of intent, and a description of the industry and regulatory environment. The US counsel will need to understand the structure (equity, debt, joint venture), the investor’s US entity type, and any prior dealings with Peruvian government officials. If you have already identified a Peruvian partner or target, bring the due-diligence materials you have gathered. The consultation will focus on US legal issues; Peruvian-law questions will be routed to Martín Mayandía, the firm’s Peru-admitted Of Counsel, after the US framework is clear. To schedule a consultation, contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
How do I engage cross-border counsel for a Peru investment?
Contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation with Mr. Sris, who will assess the US legal needs and coordinate with the firm’s Peru-admitted Of Counsel. The engagement begins with a discussion of the investment’s scope, the parties, and the timeline. Once the US-law issues are identified, the firm will prepare an engagement letter that defines the scope of the US representation. Peruvian-law work is handled under a separate arrangement with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar. The firm manages the coordination so that the client receives integrated advice without any attorney practicing outside their licensure. For a consultation on cross-border counsel, reach Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel network at (888) 437-7747.