Peru client counsel for Italy deals
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm founded in 1997 that serves international clients with US legal needs. For Peru-based businesses and individuals pursuing commercial or investment opportunities in Italy, the firm provides US-side counsel on the cross-border legal dimensions of those transactions. Atchuthan Sriskandarajah, Esq. is the principal attorney and founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., admitted to practice law in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. For Peru-law matters, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar; that role is limited to Peru-law matters in collaboration with the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. All US-law aspects are handled by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. Reach the firm at (888) 437-7747.
How a US law firm assists Peru clients with Italy-focused deals
When a Peru-based company or individual enters into a transaction that touches Italy, the legal framework often extends beyond Peruvian and Italian law. Many cross-border deals involve US-dollar-denominated contracts, US-based counterparties, US-regulated financial institutions, or US-law choice-of-law clauses. In those situations, a US-admitted attorney can advise on the US legal aspects of the transaction, including contract formation under the Uniform Commercial Code, compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and the enforceability of US-law provisions in US courts.
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not practice Italian law and does not hold itself out as Italian counsel. For the Italian-law side of a deal, the firm can collaborate with independent Italian counsel selected by the client. The firm’s role is to handle the US-law components and to coordinate with the client’s Peru-admitted Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, on any Peru-law issues that arise. This division of responsibility ensures that each jurisdiction’s legal work is performed by an attorney licensed in that jurisdiction.
About Mr. Sris and the Of Counsel network
Mr. Sris, the 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 has built a practice that regularly handles cross-border matters for international clients. The firm’s Of Counsel network includes attorneys licensed in foreign jurisdictions who collaborate with the firm on matters involving foreign law. For Peru-related engagements, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía’s role is limited to Peru-law matters and to serving as a liaison for Peru-based clients working with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys.
All attorneys other than Mr. Sris are Of Counsel and are not employees of the firm. The firm has no partners or associates. The firm’s US locations are in Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York; the firm also maintains a location in Pereira, Colombia. Consultations are by appointment only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “Peru client counsel for Italy deals” mean?
It refers to a US law firm serving as US-side counsel for Peru-based clients who are involved in transactions or legal matters connected to Italy. The firm handles the US legal aspects of the deal, such as contract drafting under US law, FCPA compliance, and cross-border payment structures. The firm does not practice Italian law; for Italian-law issues, the client would engage independent Italian counsel. The firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, assists with Peru-law matters as needed.
Is Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. an Italian law firm?
No. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm and does not practice Italian law. The firm’s attorneys are admitted only in US jurisdictions (Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York) and, through its Of Counsel network, in Peru. The firm does not have attorneys licensed in Italy and does not provide legal advice on Italian law. For Italian-law questions, the firm can help the client identify independent Italian counsel.
Can the firm handle a contract governed by Italian law?
The firm does not advise on Italian law, but it can assist with the US-law aspects of a contract that also involves Italian law. If a contract is governed by Italian law, the client should engage Italian counsel for advice on the Italian-law provisions. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. can advise on any US-law components, such as a US-law guarantee, a US-dollar payment mechanism, or the enforceability of a US-law choice-of-forum clause. The firm coordinates with the client’s Italian counsel to ensure the overall transaction is structured properly.
What US laws might apply to a Peru-Italy deal?
Several US laws can apply even when the parties are in Peru and Italy, particularly if the transaction involves US dollars, US banks, or US-based counterparties. The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) may apply if a US issuer or domestic concern is involved, or if any act in furtherance of a corrupt payment occurs in US territory. US export controls and economic sanctions laws (administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control) may also apply if the transaction involves US-origin goods or US persons. The firm advises on these US regulatory frameworks.
Does the firm have an office in Peru or Italy?
No. The firm does not have a location in Peru or Italy. The firm’s US locations are in Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York, and it maintains a location in Pereira, Colombia. The firm’s Peru-law work is handled by its Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, who is based in Peru and admitted there. The firm does not have a physical presence in Italy and does not practice Italian law.
Who is Martín Mayandía and what is his role?
Martín Mayandía is Of Counsel to Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar. His role is limited to Peru-law matters and to serving as a liaison for Peru-based clients who are working with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. He does not provide US legal advice and does not appear in US courts. For any Peru-law issue that arises in a cross-border deal, Mr. Mayandía collaborates with Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys to ensure the Peru-law aspects are properly addressed.
How does the firm coordinate with Italian counsel?
The firm works alongside independent Italian counsel selected by the client. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not employ Italian attorneys and does not select Italian counsel for the client, but it can collaborate with the client’s chosen Italian law firm. The US-admitted attorneys handle the US-law components, the Italian counsel handles Italian-law components, and the firm’s Peru Of Counsel handles Peru-law components. This tri-jurisdictional coordination is common in cross-border transactions and helps ensure that each jurisdiction’s legal requirements are met by a qualified professional.
What types of Italy-focused deals does the firm handle for Peru clients?
The firm handles the US-law aspects of a wide range of commercial and investment transactions that involve Italy and a Peru-based client. Examples include cross-border supply agreements, distribution contracts, joint ventures, licensing arrangements, and real estate investments where US law governs part of the deal. The firm also advises on US regulatory compliance, such as FCPA due diligence, and on the US tax and reporting implications of cross-border structures. Each engagement is tailored to the specific US-law needs of the transaction.
Does the firm provide US immigration services for Peru clients doing business in Italy?
Yes, the firm can assist Peru-based clients with US immigration matters that arise in connection with Italy-focused business activities. For example, a Peru-based executive who needs to travel to the US for meetings related to an Italy deal may require a B-1 business visitor visa or an E-2 treaty investor visa. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle US immigration petitions and applications before USCIS and US consular posts. Immigration services are separate from the commercial transaction work and are subject to US immigration law.
How do I start working with the firm on a Peru-Italy 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 matter and explain how it can serve as US counsel. If Peru-law issues are present, the firm will involve its Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía. For Italian-law needs, the firm can discuss the process of engaging independent Italian counsel. Consultations are by appointment only and do not create an attorney-client relationship until a formal engagement agreement is signed.
Is the firm’s advice on FCPA compliance relevant to Italy deals?
Yes, because the FCPA can apply to transactions that involve US-connected parties or conduct, even if the deal is between a Peru entity and an Italian entity. The FCPA’s anti-bribery provisions reach US issuers, domestic concerns, and certain foreign persons who act in furtherance of a corrupt payment while in US territory. If a Peru-Italy deal involves a US subsidiary, US financing, or US-based agents, FCPA compliance may be necessary. The firm advises on FCPA risk assessment and due diligence for cross-border transactions.
What should I bring to the initial consultation?
Bring a summary of the proposed transaction, the identities of the parties, and any existing draft agreements or term sheets. It is also helpful to identify which jurisdictions’ laws are expected to govern the deal and whether any US-based entities or individuals are involved. If you have already engaged Italian counsel, bring their contact information so the firm can coordinate. The firm will use this information to evaluate the US-law issues and to determine how its Peru Of Counsel can assist with Peru-law aspects.