The Southern Group is expanding its Central Florida team with the addition of Julian Cintron to the firm’s Orlando office.
An Orlando native and former legislative staffer, Cintron will focus on local government advocacy, helping clients navigate policy, economic development, land-use and infrastructure issues before city councils, county commissions and regional governing bodies.
“Building out our local advocacy bench across the state has been a deliberate focus for us, and we’ve made it a priority to have the right people in the right markets,” said Rachel Cone, Senior Managing Partner at The Southern Group. “Julian is exactly the kind of addition we need to help grow our local advocacy practice in Central Florida.”
Prior to joining The Southern Group, Cintron worked for several Central Florida lawmakers, including Reps. Joy Goff-Marcil, Leonard Spencer and Anna Eskamani, as well as Sens. Carlos Guillermo Smith and Victor Torres. His legislative work included issues such as workforce development, artificial intelligence and transportation innovation.
“The Southern Group is the premier firm in Florida,” Cintron said. “After five years in the process, I get to come home to Orlando and help shape the future of a region I’m personally invested in.”
Torres said Cintron “knows how to work this process and build the relationships that get things done,” while Eskamani called him “a proven advocate.”
In addition to his legislative experience, Cintron helped lead Orlando YIMBY, a housing advocacy organization focused on land-use and growth policy issues. He also managed Spencer’s successful 2024 campaign in House District 45, the only Democratic state House pickup in Florida that cycle.
“Central Florida continues to be one of the most dynamic regions in the state, and our clients need experienced advocates who understand the local governments driving that growth,” said Seth McKeel, Central Florida Market Lead at The Southern Group.
