Bergadà Abogados expands its network in Latin America and exports the Spanish Second Chance model to Costa Rica

Legal Collaboration between Spain and Costa Rica

The boutique law firm Bergadà Abogados has strengthened its position in Latin America with the participation of its founding partner, Marta Bergadà, at the International Congress on Insolvency Law in San José. The event served to analyze the Spanish model of the Second Chance Law and the challenges of corporate insolvency.

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The legal firm Bergadà Abogados has consolidated its presence in the Latin American market following its outstanding participation in the International Congress of Insolvency Law held in San José (Costa RicaThe meeting took place on July 2nd and 3rd. It analyzed the challenges of insolvency and the successful Spanish model of Second opportunity.

During two days in the Auditorio Dr. Pablo Casafont RomeroA high-level panel composed of judges, magistrates, lawyers, insolvency administrators, and academics from both sides of the Atlántico It has discussed the evolution of insolvency law, business restructuring mechanisms, and insolvency mediation. The forum's main objective was to foster the exchange of experiences between the regulatory frameworks of España y Costa Rica and lay the groundwork for future legislative reforms.

Analysis of the Second Chance Law in the Hispanic-Costa Rican forum

One of the key points of the congress was the round table entitled 'Second chance and debtor's rights. A comparative look', which featured the participation of the speaker of Marta Bergadà, lawyer and founding partner of Bergadà AbogadosIn his presentation, Bergadà He shared the valuable Spanish experience in the practical application of the law, highlighting "the social impact of offering a real chance to start over to insolvent people acting in good faith."

The panel, moderated by the Spanish lawyer and insolvency administrator Isabel Martínez Gómez, brought together top-level specialists such as José Rodolfo León Díaz, former judge of the Second Civil Court of Appeals of San José, and Arturo Guerrero, a Costa Rican litigator and arbitrator. The participation of Marta Bergadà It not only served to share the knowledge accumulated after thousands of debt relief procedures in Españabut it also reinforces the legal boutique's position as a benchmark in the field internationally.

A top-notch team of experts

The importance of the congress was evident in the attendance of prominent figures from the legal and economic fields. The academic program featured the participation of authorities and specialists who provided a comprehensive perspective on the challenges of insolvency law in an environment of digital and economic transformation. Bergadà AbogadosFurthermore, it was among the sponsoring entities, reaffirming its commitment to the training and development of insolvency law in the Ibero-American space.

Outstanding Participant	Position / Institution
María del Milagro Solórzano	Minister of Economy, Industry and Trade (MEIC) of Costa Rica
Ana Belén Campuzano	Professor and President of Instituto Iberoamericano de Derecho Concursal
Dolores Alemany Pozuelo	President of AEMPI and a specialist in restructuring
José María Puelles Valencia	Co-Chair of Restructuring and Insolvency at Colegio de la Abogacía de Madrid
Rubén García-Quismondo	Chairman of the Restructuring Commission of Colegio de Economistas de Madrid
Miguel Arias Maduro	President of Colegio de Abogados y Abogadas de Costa Rica

With this initiative, the boutique law firm based in Agramunt (Lleida) and Spanish national scope, continues its international expansion strategy, betting on a modern and effective vision of Insolvency Law and contributing to creating legal solutions that offer a real second chance to companies and individuals in financial difficulties.

Key points and frequently asked questions about the Second Chance Law and its internationalization

What are the implications for a Spanish company of expanding the Second Chance model to Latin America?

For Spanish companies with interests in IberoaméricaAdopting insolvency frameworks similar to Spain's increases legal certainty. It facilitates debt management for subsidiaries, business partners, or clients in the region and opens up business opportunities for law firms and consultancies specializing in restructuring that can export their expertise.

Why is Costa Rican insolvency law relevant to Spanish businesses?

Costa Rica It is a market of growing interest for Spanish investment. Understanding its insolvency laws is essential for any exporter or investor, as it allows them to assess the risks in the event of default or bankruptcy of a local partner. Events like this congress are vital for understanding the applicable guarantees and procedures.

What is the main value that the Spanish experience in Second Chance brings to other markets?

The Spanish model has proven to be an effective tool for economic recovery, enabling well-intentioned business owners and the self-employed to settle their debts and resume their activities. This approach, which balances the rights of creditors and debtors, provides significant social and economic value, preventing financial exclusion and fostering entrepreneurship—a model of great interest to developing economies.