Peru sponsor counsel project finance
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., a US law firm with an international clientele, provides sponsor counsel services for project finance and infrastructure transactions involving Peru. Whether you are a developer, equity sponsor, or lender, cross-border project finance requires coordination of US and Peruvian legal frameworks. The firm’s US-admitted attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, handle the US-law aspects of the transaction, while the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar, addresses Peruvian-law requirements. This dual-jurisdiction approach helps sponsors navigate the complexities of limited-recourse financing, concession agreements, and regulatory compliance on both sides of the border. For a consultation, contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747.
What This Cross-Border Practice Area Covers
Project finance is a method of funding large-scale infrastructure and industrial projects where lenders look primarily to the project’s cash flow for repayment, with the project’s assets, rights, and contracts held as collateral. Transactions are typically structured through a special purpose vehicle (SPV) and involve a network of contracts, including offtake agreements, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts, and operation and maintenance (O&M) agreements. In a cross-border context, the financing documents are often governed by US law—commonly New York law—and may be subject to US securities regulations administered by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
When a project is located in Peru, the sponsor must also comply with Peruvian law. This includes obtaining concessions, permits, and environmental approvals from Peruvian authorities, as well as structuring local-law security packages. The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) may apply to US persons and issuers involved in the transaction, requiring robust anti-bribery compliance. The firm’s Peru Of Counsel, Martín Mayandía, admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar, handles the Peruvian-law due diligence and documentation, while Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys manage the US-law side.
How Mr. Sris and His Of Counsel Network Handle These Matters
Mr. Sris, the firm’s Owner and Founder, leads the US-law aspects of each engagement. He is admitted to practice in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York, and brings decades of experience in complex commercial transactions. On the US side, the firm advises on the choice of governing law, drafts and negotiates financing and security documents, ensures compliance with the FCPA and US securities laws, and coordinates with US lenders and investors.
On the Peruvian side, 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 handles Peruvian-law due diligence, including review of concession agreements, environmental permits, and land-use rights. He also liaises with Peruvian regulatory agencies and local counsel as needed. The US and Peruvian attorneys collaborate closely to ensure that the transaction documents are consistent across both legal systems, but each attorney’s role is strictly limited to the jurisdiction in which they are admitted.
About Mr. Sris and the firm’s 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. A former prosecutor, he 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). He has practiced since founding the firm in 1997 and has extensive experience in cross-border commercial matters.
Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel bring extensive combined legal experience. The firm’s Of Counsel network includes attorneys admitted in foreign jurisdictions who collaborate on matters involving foreign law. For Peru-related project finance, 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 have documented experience across multiple cross-border practice areas since 1997. Results may vary; prior outcomes do not guarantee a similar result.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is sponsor counsel in project finance?
Sponsor counsel represents the project sponsor—the entity that develops and owns the project—in the financing and development of an infrastructure project. The role includes negotiating financing terms, drafting and reviewing project documents, and advising on regulatory compliance. In a cross-border context, sponsor counsel must coordinate the legal requirements of both the host country and the governing law of the financing documents. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. provides sponsor counsel services for projects with a Peru nexus, with US-law aspects handled by Mr. Sris and Peruvian-law aspects handled by the firm’s Peru Of Counsel.
Do I need both US and Peru counsel for a cross-border project?
Yes. A project located in Peru will be subject to Peruvian law for matters such as concessions, permits, land rights, and local taxation, while the financing documents are often governed by US law. US securities and anti-corruption laws may also apply. Engaging both US-admitted and Peru-admitted counsel helps ensure that all legal requirements are met and that the transaction documents are enforceable in both jurisdictions. Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. provides integrated representation through its US-admitted attorneys and its Peru Of Counsel.
How does the firm divide US-law and Peru-law responsibilities?
Mr. Sris and the firm’s US-admitted attorneys handle all US-law aspects, including structuring, documentation, FCPA compliance, and securities law matters. Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar, handles Peruvian-law due diligence, local permits, and coordination with Peruvian authorities. The two sides collaborate to ensure consistency, but each attorney’s work is strictly limited to the jurisdiction in which they are licensed.
What should I bring to an initial consultation?
For an initial consultation regarding a Peru-related project finance matter, it is helpful to provide a summary of the project, including the sector, location, and stage of development; any existing concession agreements or permits; the proposed financing structure; and the identities of the key parties. The firm will review the information and discuss how its US and Peru attorneys can assist. Contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation.
How do I engage the firm for a Peru-related project finance matter?
To engage Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., contact the firm at (888) 437-7747. A member of the firm will discuss your project and the scope of work. The firm will then propose an engagement letter outlining the services to be provided by its US-admitted attorneys and, where applicable, by its Peru Of Counsel. All engagements are subject to conflict checks and the firm’s standard terms.