Bankruptcy/Restructuring
Chile
8 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Nelson Contador
Latin America 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
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About
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Latin America
Career
Attorney, Universidad de Chile
With over 40 years of experience in Insolvency Procedures.
Academic Roles:
• Full Professor of Commercial Law at the Faculty of Law, Universidad de Chile
• Academic Coordinator for postgraduate courses at the Faculty of Law, Universidad de Chile
• Postgraduate Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Chile
Contributions and Publications:
• Member of the Working Group that prepared the project for the current Reorganization and Liquidation Law for Companies and Individuals
• Co-author of the book Procedimientos Concursales, published by Thomson Reuters in 2015
Recognitions:
• Recognized by international magazine Chambers and Partners (2019-2020-2021, 2022, 2023) as the best lawyer and law firm in Financial Restructuring and Insolvency in Chile, among various other accolades
Professional Experience:
• Former Chief Attorney of the National Bankruptcy Trustee and Bankruptcy Trustee of the Metropolitan Region
• Former Chief Attorney of the Criminal Department of the National Bankruptcy Prosecutor’s Office
• Former General Counsel of TELEFONICA CHILE (Movistar)
Chambers Review
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Chambers Latin America
Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Chile
Star Individuals
Individual Editorial
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.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Nelson Contador is the most experienced bankruptcy lawyer in Chile.
Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Latin AmericaNelson Contador has an amazing knowledge and is very experienced. He is a great asset to us.
Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Latin AmericaIt has been a great experience working with Nelson Contador. He has unparalleled knowledge and understands issues on both national and global levels.
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