US expat Peru lawyer
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm founded in 1997 that serves US expatriates and international clients with cross-border legal needs. For US citizens living in Peru, navigating legal matters that involve both US and Peruvian law can be complex. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, handle US-law aspects—including immigration, family law, business transactions, and estate planning—while collaborating with Peru-admitted Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, for matters governed by Peruvian law. Mr. Mayandía 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 firm’s US-admitted attorneys. Whether you need to sponsor a family member for a US visa, resolve a cross-border divorce, or structure a business that spans both countries, the firm provides coordinated counsel. To discuss your situation, call (888) 437-7747.
What This Cross-Border Practice Area Covers
US expats in Peru often face legal questions that touch both countries. The firm assists with US immigration matters such as family-based petitions, employment-based visas, and naturalization, all handled by US-admitted attorneys. US tax compliance—including FBAR and FATCA reporting—is another frequent concern, and the firm can coordinate with US tax professionals. Cross-border family law issues, including divorce, child custody, and recognition of foreign marriages, require careful navigation of both US state law and Peruvian law. The firm’s US attorneys handle the US side, while Mr. Mayandía provides Peru-law guidance. Business formation and transactions for US citizens operating in Peru also benefit from coordinated counsel: the firm can structure US entities and advise on US regulatory requirements, while Mr. Mayandía addresses Peruvian corporate and commercial law. Estate planning for expats with assets in both countries is another area where dual-jurisdiction coordination is essential. The firm does not practice Peruvian law directly; all Peru-law matters are handled by Mr. Mayandía in his capacity as Of Counsel.
How Mr. Sris and His Of Counsel Network Handle These Matters
Mr. Sris, the firm’s founder and managing attorney, is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. He and the firm’s other US-admitted Of Counsel handle all US-law aspects of a matter. For the Peruvian-law side, 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. This division ensures that each jurisdiction’s law is addressed by an attorney licensed there. The two sides collaborate as needed, but the firm maintains strict jurisdictional separation: no US attorney practices Peruvian law, and Mr. Mayandía does not practice US law. Clients receive coordinated advice without the risk of unauthorized practice. The firm’s US attorneys can appear in US immigration proceedings, US state courts, and before US federal agencies, while Mr. Mayandía handles matters before Peruvian courts and administrative bodies. This structure allows the firm to serve US expats in Peru comprehensively while respecting the limits of each attorney’s licensure.
About Mr. Sris and the Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. 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 focused on cross-border matters. 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). The firm’s Of Counsel network includes attorneys admitted in foreign jurisdictions who collaborate on matters involving foreign law. For Peru, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar. His role is limited to Peru-law matters in collaboration with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. All US-law aspects are handled by Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted Of Counsel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What legal issues do US expats in Peru commonly face?
US expats in Peru often need help with US immigration, cross-border family law, US tax compliance, and business matters that involve both countries. Because US law continues to apply to US citizens living abroad, expats may need to sponsor family members for green cards, maintain US immigration status, or naturalize. Family law issues such as divorce or child custody can become complex when one spouse resides in Peru and the other in the US. US tax obligations, including FBAR and FATCA reporting, require attention. Business owners may need to structure US entities or comply with US regulations while operating in Peru. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle the US side, and the firm collaborates with Peru-admitted Of Counsel for Peruvian-law aspects. For guidance on your specific situation, call (888) 437-7747.
Do I need a lawyer in both the US and Peru?
Yes, when a legal matter involves both US and Peruvian law, you generally need counsel admitted in each jurisdiction. A US-admitted attorney can handle US immigration petitions, US court proceedings, and US regulatory matters. A Peru-admitted attorney is necessary for Peruvian court proceedings, Peruvian contracts, and compliance with Peruvian law. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. provides US-admitted counsel through Mr. Sris and the firm’s US Of Counsel, and coordinates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar. This arrangement allows you to work with a single point of contact while ensuring that each jurisdiction’s law is handled by a licensed professional. To discuss your cross-border needs, reach the firm at (888) 437-7747.
How does the firm handle US immigration matters for expats in Peru?
The firm’s US-admitted attorneys prepare and file US immigration petitions, represent clients in USCIS interviews, and handle consular processing at the US Embassy in Lima. Mr. Sris and the firm’s US Of Counsel are admitted to practice before US immigration authorities. They can assist with family-based petitions (Form I-130), employment-based visas, adjustment of status, and naturalization. For consular processing in Lima, the firm coordinates with the client and the US Embassy. The firm does not provide Peruvian immigration advice; for Peruvian residency or visa matters, the firm refers clients to Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted in Peru. This division ensures that US immigration work is handled by US-licensed attorneys and Peruvian immigration work by a Peru-licensed attorney. For a consultation, call (888) 437-7747.
Can the firm help with cross-border divorce or child custody?
Yes, the firm handles US-side divorce and child custody matters for expats, and coordinates with Peru-admitted counsel for Peruvian family law issues. If you or your spouse resides in the US, the firm’s US-admitted attorneys can file for divorce in a US state court, address property division, and seek child custody orders under that state’s law. For recognition of a Peruvian divorce in the US, the firm can assist with the necessary US court proceedings. When Peruvian law governs—for example, if the marriage was celebrated in Peru or the children reside there—the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, admitted in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar. The firm does not practice Peruvian family law directly. To discuss your cross-border family matter, contact the firm at (888) 437-7747.
What about US tax obligations for expats?
US citizens living in Peru remain subject to US tax filing and reporting requirements, including FBAR and FATCA. The firm does not provide tax advice directly but can coordinate with US tax professionals to address your US tax compliance needs. Common issues include reporting foreign bank accounts, claiming the foreign earned income exclusion, and navigating the US-Peru tax treaty (if applicable). The firm’s US-admitted attorneys can help you understand the legal framework and connect you with qualified tax preparers. For Peruvian tax matters, the firm refers clients to Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, or other Peru-admitted professionals. To discuss how the firm can assist with your US legal needs as an expat, call (888) 437-7747.
How do I get started?
Contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation. During the consultation, the firm will discuss your US legal needs and determine whether Peruvian-law issues require the involvement of Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys will explain the US legal process, and if Peruvian counsel is needed, the firm will coordinate the engagement. Consultations are by appointment only. The firm’s principal location is in Virginia, and all US legal services are provided by attorneys admitted in the relevant US jurisdiction. For Peru-law matters, Mr. Mayandía, admitted in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar, serves as Of Counsel. Call (888) 437-7747 to begin.