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Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm founded in 1997 that serves international clients with cross-border legal needs. For Korean individuals and businesses whose matters involve Colombia, the firm provides US-based legal counsel coordinated with Colombia-admitted Of Counsel. Mr. Sris, the firm’s owner and managing attorney, is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. He leads the US-law side of every engagement. For Colombia-law issues, the firm works with Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Colombia and is 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. To discuss your cross-border matter, reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
What This Cross-Border Practice Area Covers
Cross-border legal counsel for a Korean client with a Colombia nexus typically involves US law, Colombian law, or both. The US-law dimension may include business transactions, immigration, family law, or litigation in US courts. The Colombian-law dimension may involve corporate formation, contract enforcement, real estate, or family matters under the Colombian Civil Code. Because the two legal systems are distinct, effective representation requires coordination between a US-licensed attorney and a Colombia-licensed attorney.
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not practice Colombian law directly. Instead, the firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle all US-law aspects, while Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, provides Colombia-law support. This division ensures that each part of the matter is handled by an attorney licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. The firm’s US attorneys are familiar with the procedural and substantive requirements of US federal and state law, including the USCIS I-129 petition process for work visas, the I-130 family-based petition, and the rules governing service of process under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. For Colombian matters, Mr. Duport Jaramillo applies his knowledge of Colombian civil and commercial law, drawing on his experience as a former Minister Counselor at the Embassy of Colombia to the European Union and as Executive President of the Pereira Chamber of Commerce.
How Mr. Sris and His Of Counsel Network Handle These Matters
When a Korean client contacts the firm about a Colombia-related matter, the initial consultation is with Mr. Sris or another US-licensed attorney. The US attorney evaluates the US-law components and identifies any Colombian-law issues that require Mr. Duport Jaramillo’s input. The two attorneys then collaborate: the US attorney prepares US filings, advises on US compliance, and represents the client before US agencies and courts; Mr. Duport Jaramillo advises on Colombian law, reviews Colombian documents, and, when necessary, coordinates with Colombian authorities or local counsel in Colombia.
This collaborative model respects the jurisdictional limits of each attorney’s license. Mr. Sris is not admitted to practice Colombian law, and Mr. Duport Jaramillo is not admitted to practice US law. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys remain responsible for all US-law advice, and Mr. Duport Jaramillo’s work is confined to Colombian-law matters. The firm’s location in Pereira, Colombia (by appointment only) serves as a point of contact for clients who need in-person meetings in Colombia, but all US-law services are provided from the firm’s US locations.
About Mr. Sris and the Firm’s Of Counsel Network
Mr. Sris, Owner and Founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., has been practicing since 1997. He is admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. His background includes service as a former prosecutor and testimony 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).
Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel for Colombia matters, is admitted to practice law in Colombia and is not admitted in any US state bar. His practice with the firm is limited to Colombian-law matters and to serving as a liaison for international clients with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys. Mr. Duport Jaramillo holds a law degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana and has served in senior diplomatic and business-leadership roles in Colombia and Europe. He works from the firm’s location in Pereira, Colombia, and is available for consultations by appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
I am a Korean citizen. Can Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. represent me in a US immigration matter that involves Colombia?
Yes, the firm can represent you in US immigration matters. Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-licensed attorneys handle all aspects of US immigration law, including visa petitions, adjustment of status, and consular processing. If your immigration matter has a Colombian component—for example, you need documents from Colombia or you are applying at the US Embassy in Bogotá—the firm can coordinate with Eric Duport Jaramillo, who is familiar with Colombian document-issuance procedures and consular practices. The US-law advice and representation remain with the US-licensed attorney.
Does the firm handle business transactions between a Korean company and a Colombian entity?
The firm advises on the US-law aspects of such transactions. If the transaction is governed by US law—for instance, a contract that selects New York law or involves a US subsidiary—Mr. Sris and the firm’s US attorneys can draft, review, and negotiate the US-law documents. For Colombian-law issues, such as the formation of a Colombian subsidiary or compliance with Colombian commercial regulations, the firm engages Eric Duport Jaramillo. The two attorneys work together to ensure the transaction is sound under both legal systems.
What if my matter is purely a Colombian legal issue, with no US connection?
The firm can still assist by connecting you with its Colombia Of Counsel. Because the firm’s US attorneys do not practice Colombian law, a matter that is entirely Colombian would be handled by Eric Duport Jaramillo, who is licensed in Colombia. Mr. Sris can serve as a point of contact and help coordinate the engagement, but the substantive legal work would be performed by Mr. Duport Jaramillo under Colombian law. The firm’s US attorneys do not provide advice on Colombian law.
How do I schedule a consultation about a cross-border matter involving Korea and Colombia?
Call (888) 437-7747 to speak with a US-licensed attorney. The initial consultation will be with Mr. Sris or another US-admitted attorney at the firm. During that call, you can describe your matter, and the attorney will determine whether US law, Colombian law, or both are involved. If Colombian-law support is needed, the firm will arrange for Eric Duport Jaramillo to participate in a subsequent consultation. All consultations are by appointment only.
Can the firm help if I need to enforce a US judgment in Colombia?
The firm can advise on the US side of enforcement and coordinate with Colombian counsel. Enforcement of a US judgment in Colombia is governed by Colombian law and typically requires proceedings in Colombian courts. Mr. Sris and the firm’s US attorneys can help you obtain the necessary US court documents and authenticate them for use in Colombia. Eric Duport Jaramillo, as Colombia Of Counsel, can advise on the Colombian enforcement procedure and, if needed, work with local Colombian litigators. The firm does not itself litigate in Colombian courts.
Does the firm have experience with Korean clients?
The firm serves a diverse international clientele, including clients from East Asia. The firm’s staff includes professionals who can assist with language and cultural considerations, and interpretation services can be arranged if needed. The focus is always on providing clear, practical US-law advice tailored to the client’s situation.