international Peru lawyer
An international Peru lawyer in the US sense is a US-licensed attorney who helps clients navigate the US legal dimensions of a matter that also involves Peru—for example, a US company exporting goods to Lima, a Peruvian business establishing a US subsidiary, or an individual with assets or family ties spanning both countries. At Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., Mr. Sris—admitted in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York—provides US-side counsel for cross-border commercial matters involving Peru. The firm is expanding its Of Counsel network to include Peruvian counsel admitted by the Colegio de Abogados de Lima (CAL). Until that engagement is in place, the firm does not represent clients under Peruvian law; for Peruvian-law matters, clients are advised to consult an independent CAL-admitted attorney. The firm’s role is to advise on US federal and state law issues—contracts, regulatory compliance, import/export controls, anti-bribery obligations, and more—so that the US side of a Peruvian transaction proceeds in a legally sound manner. For a confidential consultation on your US-Peru matter, call (888) 437-7747.
What This Cross-Border Commercial Practice Covers
Cross-border commercial work with Peru typically involves two sets of laws—US law on one side and Peruvian law on the other. The US legal landscape can include the US-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement (which eliminates tariffs on many goods), Export Administration Regulations, Customs and Border Protection entry requirements, and federal statutes such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and OFAC sanctions (Peru is not subject to US sanctions as of 2026). On the corporate side, forming a US entity, drafting shareholder or joint-venture agreements, and handling visa issues for Peruvian executives (E-1/E-2 treaty trader or L-1 intracompany transferee visas) are frequent components of cross-border counsel.
Peru is a civil law jurisdiction, meaning that Peruvian commercial contracts, corporate formalities, and dispute-resolution mechanisms are governed by codes rather than by case law. As a US law firm, Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not practice Peruvian law. However, understanding the civil-law framework—especially the Peruvian Civil Code of 1984 and the General Law of Companies—is essential for a US attorney to structure a transaction that respects both legal systems. When a matter requires drafting or interpretation under Peruvian law, the firm advises clients to retain independent CAL-admitted counsel, and can coordinate with that counsel on the US side of the same matter.
How Mr. Sris and the Firm’s Network Approach Peru-Related Matters
For a US-Peru commercial matter, Mr. Sris serves as the US-side attorney—drafting US contracts, conducting US regulatory risk assessments, filing with US agencies, and advising on the FCPA or US sanctions that may affect the deal. The firm’s philosophy is to keep a strict jurisdictional separation: the US-licensed attorney handles US law, and the Peruvian lawyer handles Peruvian law. At present, the firm is building its Of Counsel network in Peru but has not yet engaged a CAL-admitted attorney to work regularly with the firm. Until that engagement is formalized, clients who need Peruvian legal advice should retain an independent Peruvian lawyer.
Once the firm’s planned Of Counsel relationship with a CAL-admitted lawyer is in place, the two sides will collaborate under a framework that preserves each attorney’s independent professional judgment. Mr. Sris will continue to lead the US-law component, while the Peruvian Of Counsel will handle matters such as corporate registrations in Lima, Peruvian contract drafting, and advice on the application of Peruvian commercial law. The firm will make that collaboration available as soon as the attorney’s engagement is confirmed. For updates or to discuss the US-side of a matter, reach the firm at (888) 437-7747.
About Mr. Sris and the Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. Of Counsel Network
Mr. Sris is the Owner and Founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., established in 1997. He is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. 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 broad US-side experience allows him to address the federal and multi-state legal questions that often arise when a Peruvian party does business in the United States.
The Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. Of Counsel network is composed of independent, foreign-licensed attorneys who collaborate with the firm on matters that cross borders. The network is expanding into Peru; once a CAL-admitted lawyer is formally brought into the network, that attorney will handle Peruvian-law issues under the firm’s coordinated model. In the meantime, the firm assists clients in identifying competent local counsel in Peru while it provides the US-law representation that forms the backbone of the engagement. No attorney within the firm or its network practices law in a jurisdiction where they are not admitted.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an international Peru lawyer do?
An international Peru lawyer is a US-admitted attorney who advises on the US legal aspects of a matter that also involves Peru. The lawyer does not provide legal advice on Peruvian law—that is the exclusive function of a lawyer admitted by the Colegio de Abogados de Lima (CAL). The US lawyer’s role includes drafting US contracts, navigating federal regulations such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, ensuring compliance with US customs and export controls, and coordinating with Peruvian counsel to create a seamless cross-border solution. At Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., Mr. Sris performs that US-side function while advising clients on how to locate independent Peruvian counsel as needed. For more detail, call (888) 437-7747.
Do I need a Peru-licensed lawyer for a US-Peru business deal?
Generally, yes. Because Peru is a civil-law country with its own commercial statutes, any act that requires a court filing, corporate registration, or application of Peruvian law must be handled by a lawyer admitted in Peru—usually by a member of the CAL. The US-side of the same deal, however, can be handled by a US-licensed attorney. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. provides the US-side counsel and can assist you in identifying an independent Peruvian lawyer. Until the firm engages its own CAL-admitted Of Counsel, it does not represent clients on Peruvian-law issues. Contact the firm at (888) 437-7747 to discuss your matter and learn how to coordinate both sides.
Can Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. represent me in Peru?
No. The firm’s attorneys are not admitted to practice law in Peru and do not hold themselves out as qualified to advise on Peruvian law. The firm’s role is limited to the US legal aspects of a cross-border matter. For Peruvian law representation, you must retain an independent attorney admitted by the CAL. The firm is in the process of expanding its Of Counsel network into Peru and expects to offer coordinated US-Peru services in the future; until then, it will assist you in finding competent Peruvian counsel while handling the US side of your transaction. Call (888) 437-7747 for a consultation.
How does the firm handle FCPA compliance for US-Peru transactions?
The firm advises US persons on their obligations under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) when dealing with Peruvian counterparts. The FCPA makes it unlawful for US persons to bribe foreign officials to obtain or retain business. The advice covers the anti-bribery and books-and-records provisions, due-diligence procedures for Peruvian intermediaries, and the interaction between the FCPA and Peruvian anti-corruption law (specifically the Law Against Corruption of Officials). Because the FCPA analysis is purely a US-law question, Mr. Sris can provide it directly. For Peruvian-law issues related to the same transaction, independent Peruvian counsel must be retained. For guidance, call (888) 437-7747.
What is the US-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement?
The US-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement (PTPA) is a free-trade agreement that reduces or eliminates tariffs on a wide range of goods traded between the United States and Peru, while also providing protections for US investors. For a US client, the PTPA can affect customs classification, rules of origin, intellectual property enforcement, and investment-dispute resolution. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. can advise on how the PTPA applies to your US-based operations and on the documentation required by US Customs and Border Protection. Because the PTPA also touches on Peruvian domestic law, independent Peruvian counsel should be consulted for the Peruvian side of the agreement’s application. To discuss how the PTPA affects your business, contact the firm at (888) 437-7747.