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Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile


Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados

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Provided by Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados

The Firm was founded in 1981, aimed at providing a personalized, direct yet specialized legal service, -as a boutique law firm-, to companies and people who have to face financial crisis, either at their corporation or as individuals, and therefore overcome these difficulties within a secure, confidential and promptness framework which allows them to turn their crisis into development opportunities. 

Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados has a well gained nationwide prestige which places them on top of law firms that specialize in bankruptcy, settlements and financial restructuring in Chile. This positioning derives from its performance in the most important financial crisis of several companies in the country.

The firm represents clients in all aspects of Insolvency and crisis. Has been recognized & specialized on national and international related matters like Financial Restructuring Processes, Legal Reorganization Agreements and among others like Liquidation Proceedings or Programmed Pre- Bankruptcy Management.

In the matter of Reorganization Agreements, the Firm has represented debtor companies as La Polar (reorganized liabilities of US1,000 million), Caja de Compensación (US660 million), Enjoy (US450 million, in process), Subus Chile (US180 million), Astaldi (US130 million) and Isapre Mas Vida (US120 million), among others, also represented creditors in Reorganization processes like CORFO, General Motors, CMPC, and Mercedes-Benz.

Clients (29)

  • EMPRESAS LA POLAR S.A.
  • CAJA DE COMPENSACIÓN LA ARAUCANA
  • SU BUS CHILE S.A.
  • ASTALDI SUCURSAL CHILE
  • ISAPRE MASVIDA S.A.
  • URCELAY HERMANOS LTDA.
  • MAX SERVICE SEGURIDAD INDUSTRIAL S.A.
  • CONSORCIO CONSTRUCTOR LÍNEA 3 LTDA.
  • VELARDE HERMANOS S.A.
  • DMED S.A.
  • CONSTRUCTORA POLONESA LIMITADA
  • CENTRAL HIDROELECTRICA CHANLEUFU S.A.
  • IMPLEMENTA COMUNICACIÓN Y PRODUCCIONES S.A.
  • FERNANDEZ WOOD CONSTRUCTORA S.A.
  • CORFO
  • TANNER SERVICIOS FINANCIEROS S.A.
  • PESCANOVA
  • ENJOY S.A.
  • MODELLA GROUP
  • COMERCIAL CHACAO
  • LABORATORIO ARENSBURG
  • FAUNA PRODUCCIONES
  • SIAL RENT A CAR
  • BOLSA DE PRODUCTO DE SANTIAGO
  • TRIAL
  • CANADIENNE
  • MINERA TRES VALLES
  • ACEROS CHILE
  • GRANELES DEL SUR

Industries (18)

  • SAVINGS FACILITIES
  • RETAIL
  • TRANSPORT
  • CONSTRUCTION
  • HEALTH SOURCE
  • WINE PRODUCTION
  • FOOTWEAR
  • INDUSTRIAL SECURITY
  • COSMETIC LABORATORY
  • AGRICULTURAL
  • INVESTMENTS
  • IT
  • AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS
  • STOCKBROKER
  • DENTAL SERVICES
  • BANKING
  • MINNING
  • GAMBLING / HOTELS

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados is a pre-eminent bankruptcy and restructuring boutique that boasts longstanding expertise in the Chilean market. The Santiago-based team is frequently consulted by public and private entities from sectors including construction and retail. The law firm's lawyers are renowned for their experience advising debtors on restructuring processes, insolvency and negotiations with creditors. They are also adept at advising on related regulatory matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados represented Santa Martina against a compulsory liquidation claim filed by a bank.

Strengths

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  • Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados inspires confidence, providing us with clear processes from the beginning, which makes everything much smoother. The team is highly attentive to our needs.

    Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
  • Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados stands out for its experience, approachability, knowledge and constant availability. The team understands the dynamics of our business and contributes to decision-making.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Star IndividualsNelson Contador
    Star IndividualsNelson Contador

    Nelson Contador

    Star individual Nelson Contador is widely recognised by market commentators and clients alike as a top choice for restructuring and special situations in Chile. He maintains a destination practice advising and representing debtors on high-level bankruptcy and restructuring proceedings for major clients.

    • Nelson Contador offers guidance, a global perspective and knows where to focus his efforts. He is fully committed to seeing projects through to completion.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
    • Nelson Contador quickly understands our position and represents our interests with confidence and conviction. His deep expertise, sound judgement, and authoritative approach inspire confidence, while his personable manner makes him a pleasure to work with.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
    • Without a doubt, Nelson Contador is the best insolvency and restructuring lawyer in Chile. His deep expertise in commercial law, combined with his academic credentials and extensive understanding of economic matters, has earned him an outstanding reputation in the market. He consistently demonstrates exceptional judgement, technical excellence, and commercial awareness in the most complex matters.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
  • Band 1Maria Jose Contador
    Band 1Maria Jose Contador

    Maria Jose Contador

    Partner Maria Jose Contador receives endorsement for her involvement in bankruptcy and restructuring proceedings in Chile. She is adept at acting for debtor-side clients on debt restructuring and insolvency matters.
    • Maria Jose Contador stands out for her integrity, transparency, and unwavering commitment to her clients. She combines strong legal expertise with a practical understanding of business realities, fostering constructive relationships with all stakeholders and helping achieve successful outcomes. Her leadership and ability to inspire confidence set her apart in the market.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
    • Maria Jose Contador combines her technical expertise with market knowledge, making her a well-rounded professional in insolvency and restructuring in Chile.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
  • Band 2Ignacia Contador
    Band 2Ignacia Contador

    Ignacia Contador

    Partner Ignacia Contador is recognised for her expertise in bankruptcy proceedings in Chile. She primarily advises debtor-side clients on restructuring and insolvency matters.

    • Ignacia Contador is highly approachable, commercially aware, and strategically minded. She possesses strong technical expertise, a collaborative approach, and an excellent understanding of business needs.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchDaniel Gatica
    Associates to watchDaniel Gatica

    Daniel Gatica

    Associate-to-watch Daniel Gatica continues receiving praise for his bankruptcy and restructuring practice in Chile.

    • Daniel Gatica possesses a profound analytical mind. He consistently aligns with our objectives.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchIván Caldery
    Associates to watchIván Caldery

    Iván Caldery

    Up-and-coming partner Iván Caldery is praised by market commentators and clients as a key player at the firm for his adept handling of bankruptcy and restructuring matters.

    • Iván Caldery has strong business acumen and highly effective negotiation skills. He is especially adept at defusing conflicts and facilitating productive conversations.

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Ranked Individuals at Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados (5)

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