Department profile
Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile


Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados

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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 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 assited Chisa in its judicial reorganisation proceeding and negotiation with creditors.

Strengths

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  • Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados' team has a lot of experience in the market, in addition to a high level of creativity and closeness to support us in complex situations.

    Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
  • The Nelson Contador y Compañía Abogados team knows the Chilean bankruptcy system perfectly, understanding the deadlines and requirements that must be met.

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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 is the most experienced bankruptcy lawyer in Chile.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
    • Nelson Contador has an amazing knowledge and is very experienced. He is a great asset to us.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
    • It has been a great experience working with Nelson Contador. He has unparalleled knowledge and understands issues on both national and global levels.

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

    Ignacia Contador

    Partner Ignacia Contador is recognised for her capabilities in bankruptcy proceedings in Chile. She primarily advises debtor-side clients on restructuring and insolvency matters.
    • Ignacia Contador is knowledgeable, as well as meticulous, client-oriented and business savvy. She is always on top of things.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America
  • Band 2Maria Jose Contador
    Band 2Maria 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 has deep knowledge of the market. She is empathetic, accessible and solution-oriented.

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

    Daniel Gatica

    Associate-to-Watch Daniel Gatica joins the rankings following praise for his bankruptcy and restructuring practice in Chile.

    • Daniel Gatica is creative, strategic and receptive to client needs and suggestions. He is very important to our business.

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

    Iván Caldery

    Associate-to-watch Iván Caldery is praised by market commentators and clients as a key associate at the firm for his adept handling of bankruptcy and restructuring matters.

    • Iván Caldery is a commercially-minded lawyer with a focus on client service.

      Bankruptcy/Restructuring respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at Nelson Contador & Compañía Abogados (5)

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