Ana Lorena Brenes Esquivel

Ana Lorena Brenes Esquivel was a prominent Costa Rican attorney who served as the Attorney General of the Republic from 2004 to 2010. Known for her commitment to justice and her outspoken nature, she was re-elected for a second term due to her effective leadership. Brenes gained national attention in 2015 when she accused then Vice Minister of the Presidency, Daniel Soley, of attempting to bribe her for her resignation in exchange for an ambassadorial position. Despite facing health challenges later in life, she remained a significant figure in Costa Rican law until her passing at the age of 63.