Peru investor Brazil lawyer
For a Peru investor seeking a Brazil lawyer, the cross-border legal landscape can be complex. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., a US law firm with an international clientele, assists clients with the US-law dimensions of cross-border investments and coordinates with foreign counsel in Peru and, when needed, Brazil.
Direct Answer: How a Peru Investor Can Find the Right Brazil Lawyer
A Peru investor looking for a Brazil lawyer typically needs counsel who understands both Peruvian and Brazilian legal frameworks, as well as any US legal implications that may arise. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not practice Brazil law, but the firm can serve as the US-law anchor for a cross-border investment and coordinate with a network of foreign attorneys, including a Peru-licensed Of Counsel, to ensure that all jurisdictional angles are covered.
When a Peru-based investor structures a transaction that touches the United States—for example, through a US subsidiary, a US-dollar-denominated financing, or a US securities offering—US federal and state laws may apply. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, advise on those US-law aspects. For the Peru-law side, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. For Brazil-law matters, the firm can help identify qualified Brazil-licensed counsel, but the client must engage that counsel separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer in Brazil if I am a Peru investor?
Yes, for any matter governed by Brazilian law, you need a lawyer licensed in Brazil. Brazil regulates the practice of law strictly, and only a Brazil-admitted attorney can provide legal advice on Brazilian statutes, regulations, and court procedures. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. does not have Brazil-licensed attorneys. The firm can, however, assist with the US-law components of a cross-border investment and can refer you to qualified Brazil counsel for the Brazilian-law side.
How can a US law firm help with a Peru-Brazil investment?
A US law firm can advise on US legal issues that arise when a Peru-Brazil investment involves US entities, US securities, or US-based parties. For example, if the investment structure includes a Delaware corporation or a US-dollar loan, US corporate and securities laws may apply. The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) may also apply if a US issuer or US person is involved. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys handle these US-law dimensions and coordinate with Peru and Brazil counsel to keep the entire transaction compliant.
What is the role of a Peru Of Counsel?
A Peru Of Counsel is a Peru-licensed attorney who collaborates with the firm on matters of Peruvian law. Martín Mayandía, the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. His role is limited to advising on Peru-law issues—such as Peruvian corporate formation, tax, and regulatory compliance—in coordination with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys. He does not provide US legal advice or appear in US courts.
Can Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. represent me in Brazil?
No, the firm cannot represent you in Brazil because it does not have Brazil-licensed attorneys. The firm’s practice is limited to US law and, through its Of Counsel network, to the laws of jurisdictions where those Of Counsel are admitted. For Brazil, the firm can help you identify and engage independent Brazil-licensed counsel, but the firm itself does not practice Brazilian law. All US-law aspects of your matter remain with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys.
What US laws might apply to a cross-border investment between Peru and Brazil?
Several US laws may apply if the investment involves US persons, US entities, or US financial markets. The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) prohibits bribery of foreign officials and imposes accounting requirements on US issuers. US securities laws, including the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, may apply if securities are offered or sold in the United States. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys analyze whether these and other US laws are triggered by your specific transaction.
How do I engage the firm for cross-border matters?
Contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation. During the consultation, the firm will assess the US-law aspects of your matter and explain how it can coordinate with Peru and Brazil counsel. The firm does not charge for the initial discussion of your cross-border needs. All consultations are by appointment only, and no attorney-client relationship is formed until a written engagement agreement is signed.
Does the firm have an office in Peru or Brazil?
No, the firm does not have a location in Peru or Brazil. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. has US locations in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York, and a location in Pereira, Colombia. The firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, works remotely from Peru. For Brazil, the firm collaborates with independent Brazil-licensed counsel on a case-by-case basis, but it does not maintain a physical presence in Brazil.
What is the difference between a US lawyer and a Peru lawyer in cross-border deals?
A US lawyer advises on US federal and state law; a Peru lawyer advises on Peruvian law. In a cross-border deal, each jurisdiction’s laws must be addressed separately. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys handle US-law issues such as FCPA compliance, US securities filings, and US contract enforcement. Martín Mayandía, the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, handles Peru-law issues such as Peruvian corporate governance and tax. The two sides collaborate but maintain strict jurisdictional separation.
Can the firm help with visa issues for Peru investors traveling to Brazil?
The firm handles US immigration matters, not Brazil visas. If a Peru investor needs a US visa—for example, to attend meetings in the United States—the firm’s US-licensed attorneys can assist with the appropriate US visa application. For Brazil visas, the investor must consult a Brazil-licensed immigration lawyer. The firm can provide a referral to qualified Brazil counsel if needed.
What should I bring to a consultation about a Peru-Brazil investment?
Bring any documents that describe the investment structure, the parties involved, and any existing agreements. This may include corporate formation documents, shareholder agreements, term sheets, and correspondence with potential US partners. The firm will review these materials to identify US-law issues and to determine how to coordinate with Peru and Brazil counsel. All information shared is kept confidential under the attorney-client privilege once an engagement is established.
How does the firm coordinate with foreign counsel?
The firm acts as the central point of contact, managing the US-law workstream and facilitating communication with Peru and Brazil counsel. Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-licensed attorneys define the US-law scope, while Martín Mayandía handles Peru-law matters. For Brazil, the firm helps the client select and engage independent Brazil counsel. Regular status calls and shared document repositories keep all parties aligned, but each attorney remains responsible only for the law of their own 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 cross-border practice. 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. Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel bring extensive combined legal experience. The firm’s US principal location is in Virginia, by appointment only.