Colombia local counsel for international law firms
Mr. Sris, the firm’s founder and managing attorney, is admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York, and leads the firm’s US-side practice. For Colombia-law matters, the firm works with Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, who is licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar; his practice with the firm is limited to Colombian law matters and liaison with US-licensed attorneys. The firm’s Pereira location provides a base for in-country due diligence, document retrieval, and court appearances, while Mr. Sris manages client communication and coordinates strategy. Whether you need corporate formation support, regulatory research, or litigation assistance in Colombia, Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. can serve as your local counsel partner. To discuss a potential engagement, call (888) 437-7747.
What This Cross-Border Practice Area Covers
When a law firm outside Colombia takes on a matter involving Colombian law, it often needs a Colombian-licensed attorney to handle local filings, appear in Colombian courts, or advise on Colombian regulatory requirements. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. fills that role through its Colombia Of Counsel, Eric Duport Jaramillo, who is licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar. His practice with the firm is limited to Colombian law matters and liaison with US-licensed attorneys. The firm’s US attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, manage the client relationship and ensure that all US-law aspects are handled by US-licensed counsel. This division of responsibility is critical for compliance with unauthorized-practice-of-law rules in both countries. The firm’s location in Pereira, Colombia, allows for efficient in-person meetings, document execution, and court attendance when required. Common local-counsel engagements include corporate due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, regulatory compliance reviews, and support for cross-border litigation.
How Mr. Sris and His Of Counsel Network Handle These Matters
Mr. Sris assesses the scope of work, identifies which tasks require Colombian legal expertise, and then coordinates with Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, who is licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Duport Jaramillo’s practice with the firm is limited to Colombian law matters and liaison with US-licensed attorneys. This ensures that every piece of legal work is performed by an attorney licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. The firm’s Pereira location serves as a hub for in-country activities, including document retrieval from Colombian registries, notarization, and court filings. This model has been used successfully for matters ranging from corporate formation and contract review to complex multi-jurisdictional disputes. Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel bring extensive combined legal experience to each engagement, and the firm’s US-based infrastructure supports secure document sharing, billing, and communication. To discuss how this structure can support your next Colombia-related matter, call (888) 437-7747.
About Mr. Sris and the firm’s Of Counsel Network
Mr. Sris is the founder and managing attorney of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., a US law firm with a cross-border practice that includes a location in Pereira, Colombia. Mr. Sris is admitted to practice 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 background as a former prosecutor informs the firm’s approach to complex cross-border matters. For Colombia engagements, Mr. Sris works closely with Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, who is licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Duport Jaramillo’s practice with the firm is limited to Colombian law matters and liaison with US-licensed attorneys. The firm’s Pereira location, Carrera 7 # 18-80, Oficina 606, Edificio Centro Financiero, is available by appointment only. All US-law aspects of any matter are handled by Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys, while Colombian-law work is performed by Mr. Duport Jaramillo under the firm’s coordination.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does local counsel in Colombia actually do?
At Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., the Colombia local counsel function is performed by Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, who is licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar. His practice with the firm is limited to Colombian law matters and liaison with US-licensed attorneys. Mr. Sris manages the engagement and ensures that all US-law aspects are handled by US-licensed counsel. To discuss a specific local counsel need, call (888) 437-7747.
How does the firm ensure compliance with unauthorized-practice-of-law rules?
The firm maintains a strict division of labor: US-licensed attorneys handle all US-law matters, and Colombia-licensed Of Counsel handle Colombian-law matters. Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys are licensed in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York, and they do not practice Colombian law. Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, is licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar; his practice with the firm is limited to Colombian law matters and liaison with US-licensed attorneys. This separation is documented in every engagement letter and is reinforced by the firm’s internal protocols. For more information about the firm’s compliance framework, call (888) 437-7747.
Is the firm’s Colombia Of Counsel licensed to practice in Colombia?
Yes, Eric Duport Jaramillo is licensed to practice law in Colombia and is not admitted in any US state bar. His practice with Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is limited to Colombian law matters and liaison with US-licensed attorneys. Mr. Duport Jaramillo holds a law degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana and has extensive experience in Colombian legal practice, including prior service as Minister Counselor at the Embassy of Colombia to the European Union and as Executive President of the Pereira Chamber of Commerce. He works from the firm’s location in Pereira, Colombia, and collaborates directly with Mr. Sris on cross-border engagements.
How do I engage Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. as local counsel for a Colombia matter?
To engage the firm as local counsel, contact Mr. Sris at (888) 437-7747 to discuss the scope of the Colombia-related matter. The initial consultation will be led by a US-licensed attorney who will assess the engagement, identify which tasks require Colombian legal expertise, and coordinate with Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel. The firm will then provide an engagement letter that clearly delineates the US-law and Colombian-law components, the responsible attorneys, and the fee structure. Because the firm operates on a by-appointment basis, all consultations and meetings are scheduled in advance. The Pereira location is available for in-person meetings when necessary.
What types of matters can the firm handle as Colombia local counsel?
The firm can serve as local counsel for a wide range of Colombia-related legal matters, including corporate transactions, due diligence, regulatory compliance, and litigation support. Eric Duport Jaramillo, Of Counsel, is licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar; his practice with the firm is limited to Colombian law matters and liaison with US-licensed attorneys. Common engagements include forming Colombian subsidiaries, reviewing Colombian contracts, conducting pre-transaction due diligence, assisting with Colombian regulatory filings, and supporting international litigation that requires Colombian court appearances or evidence gathering. Mr. Sris manages the overall engagement and handles any US-law aspects, such as cross-border discovery or US regulatory compliance. To discuss whether a specific matter falls within the firm’s local counsel capabilities, call (888) 437-7747.
Why use a US law firm with a Colombia location instead of engaging a Colombian firm directly?
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm, founded in 1997, with US-licensed attorneys who understand the expectations of international legal teams regarding communication, billing, and conflict checks. The firm’s Colombia Of Counsel, Eric Duport Jaramillo, is licensed in Colombia and not admitted in any US state bar; his practice with the firm is limited to Colombian law matters and liaison with US-licensed attorneys. The firm’s Pereira location provides a physical presence for in-country tasks, and Mr. Sris coordinates all aspects of the engagement. To learn more, call (888) 437-7747.