Lima legal counsel for investors
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm founded in 1997 that provides legal counsel to investors in Lima, Peru, who are navigating US business, immigration, and cross-border transactions. Whether you are a Peruvian entrepreneur expanding into the US market, a US investor with interests in Peru, or a family with cross-border legal needs, the firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle the US-law side of your matter, while collaborating with Peru-admitted Of Counsel Martín Mayandía for Peru-law aspects. Reach the firm at (888) 437-7747 to discuss your situation.
How the Firm Provides Legal Counsel to Investors in Lima
The firm’s US-admitted attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, advise on US corporate formation, E-2 and L-1 investor visas, US real estate transactions, and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) compliance for US businesses operating in Peru. For Peru-law matters—such as Peruvian corporate governance, local regulatory compliance, or Peruvian litigation—the firm works with Martín Mayandía, who is admitted in Peru and not in any US state bar. This division ensures that each aspect of a cross-border matter is handled by an attorney licensed in the relevant jurisdiction.
Investors in Lima often need the firm that understands both the US regulatory environment and the practical realities of doing business in Peru. The firm’s approach combines direct US legal representation with coordinated Peru-law support through its Of Counsel network, so that a client’s US and Peruvian legal needs are addressed in a structured, jurisdictionally compliant manner.
Frequently Asked Questions
What US legal services do investors in Lima typically need?
Investors in Lima commonly need US legal assistance with business formation, investor visas, cross-border contracts, and regulatory compliance. A Peruvian entrepreneur opening a US subsidiary may require help choosing between a corporation or LLC, drafting operating agreements, and securing an L-1 or E-2 visa. US investors with Peruvian operations often need guidance on FCPA compliance, export controls, and international distribution agreements. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle these US-law matters directly, while coordinating with Peru-admitted counsel for any Peruvian-law components.
Do I need a US-licensed attorney for my US business?
Yes—any legal matter governed by US federal or state law requires representation by an attorney licensed in the relevant US jurisdiction. Forming a Delaware corporation, filing a trademark with the USPTO, or petitioning USCIS for a visa all involve US law. A foreign attorney, even one highly experienced in Peruvian law, cannot provide US legal advice or appear before US agencies. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys serve as counsel of record for US matters, while the Peru Of Counsel handles Peruvian-law aspects under a separate engagement.
How does the firm handle Peru-law aspects of a cross-border matter?
For any Peru-law component, the firm collaborates with Martín Mayandía, an Of Counsel attorney admitted to practice in Peru. Mr. Mayandía is not admitted in any US state bar; his role is limited to Peruvian-law matters and to serving as a liaison between the client and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. This arrangement ensures that US legal advice comes from a US-licensed attorney and Peruvian legal advice comes from a Peru-licensed attorney, maintaining compliance with the unauthorized practice of law rules in both countries.
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 practice with the firm is limited to matters of Peruvian law and to serving as a liaison for international clients with the firm’s US-admitted attorneys. When a cross-border matter involves Peruvian corporate registration, local litigation, or regulatory compliance, Mr. Mayandía provides the Peru-law analysis and representation, while Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle all US-law aspects.
Can the firm help with US investor visas for Peruvian nationals?
The firm assists Peruvian nationals with US investor and work visas, including L-1 intracompany transferee and E-2 treaty investor categories, where eligibility requirements are met. The E-2 visa is available to nationals of countries that have a qualifying treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States; whether Peruvian nationals are eligible depends on the current treaty status. An immigration attorney can evaluate the available visa categories based on the applicant’s nationality, business plan, and investment amount. The firm prepares and files the necessary Form I-129 or Form I-526 petitions with USCIS.
What US business structures are available for Peruvian investors?
Peruvian investors can form a US corporation (C-corp or S-corp), a limited liability company (LLC), or a partnership, depending on their tax and liability goals. An LLC offers pass-through taxation and flexibility, while a C-corporation may be preferable for raising venture capital. The choice of entity affects US tax obligations, reporting requirements, and the investor’s personal liability. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys advise on entity selection, draft formation documents, and assist with obtaining an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS.
How does FCPA compliance affect US businesses operating in Peru?
The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) prohibits US companies and individuals from bribing foreign officials to obtain or retain business. A US business with operations in Peru must implement internal controls, conduct due diligence on local partners, and ensure that payments to Peruvian government officials do not violate the FCPA’s anti-bribery provisions. The firm advises on FCPA compliance programs, reviews agent and distributor agreements, and helps clients respond to internal investigations. Peruvian-law aspects of local anti-corruption compliance are handled by the firm’s Peru Of Counsel.
What should I bring to an initial consultation?
For an initial consultation, bring a summary of your business or investment goals, any relevant corporate documents, and a description of the cross-border legal issues you are facing. If you are exploring a US visa, have your passport, business plan, and evidence of investment funds ready. For a US corporate formation, bring details about the proposed ownership structure and the nature of the US business. The consultation is an opportunity to discuss which US-law matters the firm can handle directly and which Peru-law matters will be coordinated with the Of Counsel network.
How do I contact the firm?
You can reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys are available to discuss your cross-border legal needs, and Spanish-speaking staff can assist with initial intake. Consultations are by appointment only. The firm has locations in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York, and a location in Pereira, Colombia; there is no firm location in Peru. All US-law services are provided by attorneys licensed in the relevant US jurisdiction.
About Mr. Sris and the Of Counsel Network
Mr. Sris, Owner and Founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., is admitted to practice law in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. He leads the firm’s US-side counsel for cross-border matters, drawing on decades of experience representing international clients. For Peru-law matters, the firm collaborates with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía’s role is limited to Peru-law matters in collaboration with the US-admitted attorneys of the firm. Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel bring extensive combined legal experience.