Blanco Carrillo announced the appointment of Asaf Jiménez as a Partner of the Firm. Asaf brings more than 25 years of experience as a transactional lawyer, with a strong focus on the financing and development of infrastructure projects, including energy, ports, highways, water, railways, and hospitals. He has represented developers, financial institutions, investment funds, and government entities in the financing and development of projects under a wide range of public procurement and contracting schemes, including public works and long-term services, concessions, and public-private partnerships. His practice also includes regulatory advice and the acquisition and divestment of infrastructure projects.
In addition, Asaf has extensive experience in financing involving federal, state, and municipal government entities, representing them as borrowers. He also advises credit rating agencies on financings that qualify as public debt.
Asaf earned his Law Degree from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) and holds an LL.M. from the University of Virginia School of Law (USA). Prior to joining Blanco Carrillo, Asaf was with Ritch Mueller for more than 25 years, including seven years as Partner. In 2006, he served as a Foreign Associate in the Projects and Energy practice at Clifford Chance US LLP in Washington, D.C. Asaf is recognized as a leading lawyer by Chambers & Partners, IFLR1000, and The Legal 500.
Commenting on his appointment, Asaf said: “In addition to contributing my experience as a transactional lawyer to Blanco Carrillo’s growth journey, I am truly excited to reconnect with Diego and Hernando and to join a platform that delivers highly personalized client service, prioritizes excellence, and builds long-term, trust-based relationships that allow us to act as true legal advisors in our clients’ business projects and day-to-day lives.”
Asaf’s arrival comes at a time of rapid evolution for Blanco Carrillo, aligned with a growth strategy built on close, long-term relationships with clients and partners.
In mid-2025, Ana Vera joined the Firm as Of Counsel, bringing two decades of experience in corporate, financial, capital markets, and regulatory matters, gained both at leading Mexican law firms and as in-house counsel to multinational companies and family offices. In late 2024, Blanco Carrillo also welcomed Hernando Becerra, Partner and head of the Firm’s M&A and Infrastructure practices. Asaf’s appointment further strengthens the Firm’s senior team, enhancing its technical capabilities, management leadership, and negotiation strength to support clients on an ongoing basis with tailor-made solutions and hands-on partner involvement.
Diego Blanco, Managing Partner, commented: “We are thrilled to welcome a great friend, Asaf, to our project. The Firm continues its consolidation journey with a clear plan to expand our capabilities and stay ahead of our clients’ evolving needs —anchored in trust, proximity, and the highest standards of service. As a Certified B Corporation, our growth reflects a long-term mindset and a genuine commitment to Mexico and to creating positive impact beyond the practice of law. Asaf’s experience, together with Ana’s expertise and Hernando’s leadership, will allow us to deepen the trusted relationships we build through our work.”
Blanco Carrillo is a boutique law firm founded in 2012 with the purpose of meeting the increasing demand for expert and professional legal advice in the world of business in Mexico.
