Peru client counsel for Brazil deals
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm founded in 1997 that serves international clients with cross-border legal needs. For Peru-based businesses and individuals pursuing transactions, investments, or ventures in Brazil, the firm provides US-law counsel and coordinates with Brazil-licensed counsel to structure and execute the deal. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, handle the US-law dimensions—such as financing, regulatory compliance, and cross-border contract drafting—while engaging independent Brazil counsel for matters governed by Brazilian law. For Peru-law aspects, 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 US-admitted attorneys of the firm. To discuss your cross-border matter, reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
How a US law firm supports Peru clients in Brazil transactions
Cross-border deals between Peru and Brazil often involve US-law elements—whether the transaction is structured under New York law, financed through US-based lenders, or requires compliance with US regulations such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. acts as US counsel, advising Peru clients on the US-law components of the deal while coordinating with Brazil-licensed attorneys who handle the Brazilian-law side. This division of responsibility ensures that each jurisdiction’s legal requirements are met by a lawyer admitted in that jurisdiction, and that the client receives integrated, cross-border guidance without any single attorney practicing law where they are not licensed.
The firm’s approach is built on collaboration, not on a single-office model. Mr. Sris, admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York, leads the US-law work. For Peru-law questions—such as the enforceability of a Peruvian guarantee or the validity of a Peruvian corporate resolution—the firm draws on Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted in Peru and not in any US state bar. For Brazilian law, the firm engages independent Brazil-licensed counsel with whom it has working relationships. The client benefits from the firm’s coordination of US, Peru, and Brazil counsel, each operating within their licensure, without the firm holding itself out as a Brazil or Peru law firm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “Peru client counsel for Brazil deals” mean?
It means a US law firm representing a Peru-based client in a transaction or matter that involves Brazil, with the firm handling the US-law aspects and coordinating Brazil-law counsel. The client is in Peru, the target deal is in Brazil, and the US firm serves as the client’s primary point of contact for the US-law components—such as deal structure, financing, and regulatory compliance—while engaging independent Brazil-licensed attorneys for Brazilian-law issues. The firm does not practice Brazil law; it facilitates the cross-border legal work by assembling the right counsel for each jurisdiction.
Why would a Peru client use a US law firm for a Brazil deal?
Many cross-border transactions involving Brazil are governed by US law or involve US-based financing, and a US law firm can provide the necessary US-law expertise while coordinating the overall deal. For example, a Peru company raising capital from US investors for a Brazil project will need US securities law advice. A US firm can also serve as a neutral, English-language hub that manages the interaction between Peru and Brazil counsel, reducing the risk of miscommunication and ensuring that the deal documents are consistent across jurisdictions.
Does the firm practice Brazil law?
No. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not practice Brazil law and does not hold itself out as a Brazil law firm. The firm’s attorneys are admitted only in US jurisdictions. For any matter requiring the application of Brazilian law—such as Brazilian corporate governance, tax, or regulatory approvals—the firm engages independent Brazil-licensed counsel. The client contracts directly with that Brazil counsel, and the US firm coordinates the work so that the US-law and Brazil-law pieces fit together. This structure complies with unauthorized-practice-of-law rules in both the United States and Brazil.
How are Peru-law aspects handled?
Peru-law matters are handled by Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and is not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía advises on Peruvian legal issues that arise in the context of a cross-border deal—for instance, the validity of a Peruvian corporate authorization, the enforceability of a Peruvian-law guarantee, or the requirements for perfecting a security interest in Peru. His role is limited to Peru-law matters and to serving as a liaison between the client and the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. He does not provide US legal advice.
What types of Brazil deals does the firm assist with?
The firm assists Peru clients with a range of Brazil-facing transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, project finance, and commercial contracts. The US-law work typically involves drafting and negotiating the principal transaction documents (often governed by New York law), advising on US anti-corruption compliance under the FCPA, and coordinating with US-based lenders or investors. The firm also helps Peru clients structure their Brazil entry to minimize US tax or regulatory exposure, always in consultation with Brazil and Peru counsel.
How does the firm coordinate with Brazil counsel?
The firm acts as the client’s US counsel and project manager, engaging Brazil-licensed attorneys and ensuring that the US-law and Brazil-law work streams are aligned. Typically, the firm will identify the Brazil-law issues early in the deal, recommend independent Brazil counsel with relevant expertise, and then work alongside that counsel throughout the transaction. The client retains the Brazil counsel directly, and the US firm facilitates communication, reviews documents for consistency, and ensures that the overall deal structure works under both US and Brazilian law.
What are the benefits of using a US law firm for a cross-border Peru-Brazil deal?
Using a US law firm provides access to US-law expertise, a neutral coordinating hub, and a single point of accountability for the US-law components of the transaction. Many international deals are documented under US law, and US-based financing often requires US counsel. A US firm can also help Peru clients navigate US regulatory requirements, such as the FCPA, and can serve as the lead negotiator with US counterparties. The firm’s experience coordinating multi-jurisdictional teams reduces the burden on the client of managing separate Peru, Brazil, and US counsel.
How do I get started with cross-border counsel for a Brazil deal?
Contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation. During the initial discussion, the firm will assess the US-law dimensions of your proposed Brazil transaction, identify the likely Brazil-law and Peru-law issues, and outline a coordinated approach. The firm can then recommend independent Brazil counsel and, if needed, engage Martín Mayandía for Peru-law support. All consultations are by appointment only, and the firm’s principal location is in Virginia.