DIOSCORO “ANDY” BLANCO
Senior Associate | Licensed in Oklahoma and New Mexico
About Andy
Andy is a civil litigator with a particular focus on helping oil and gas sector companies find simple, cost-effective, and innovative solutions to legal problems. His practice includes commercial litigation, appeals, insurance coverage disputes, administrative and regulatory matters, and serving as outside general counsel for any legal questions that a business may confront. Andy provides value to his clients by always seeking a tailored approach to the client’s particular legal issue; keeping the financial cost of litigation at the forefront of any analysis; and his ability to handle complex matters touching on multiple areas of law.
Before joining The Rudnicki Firm as an associate in 2022, Andy worked for one of New Mexico’s leading law firms, where he gained valuable experience in complex civil litigation, water law, oil and gas law, utility law, corporate litigation, internal investigations, commercial litigation, appeals, employment matters, contract disputes, administrative proceedings, and insurance coverage litigation. In addition to representing companies, Andy’s experience includes representing individuals and governmental bodies.
Andy is a graduate of St. John’s College’s distinctive great books program. He graduated magna cum laude, Order of the Coif, from Washington and Lee University School of Law in 2018, where he served on the law review as a staff writer and lead online editor.
Andy lives in Oklahoma City with his wife, young son and daughter, and two cats. In his free time, he enjoys the quiet life – reading, fly fishing, gardening, and researching stocks. A native of Virginia, Andy is also an avid Washington Nationals fan.
EDUCATION
B.A. 2015, Saint John’s College - – double major in philosophy and history of mathematics and science and double minor in classics and comparative literature. GPA 3.88.
J.D. 2018, Washington and Lee University School of Law– magna cum laude and Order of the Coif; served on law review; represented coal miners and their widows seeking federal black lung benefits during third year.
awards
· The Journal Record Young Legal Professionals Power List, 2023
BAR ADMISSIONS
State Bar of Oklahoma
State Bar of New Mexico
United States District Court for the District of New Mexico
MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS
New Mexico Bar Association
Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law
Andy is interested in speaking and writing on topics relating to litigation. To contact Andy regarding speaking or writing opportunities, please reach out to Andy directly at andy@rudnickifirm.com.
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