Tallahassee, Fla. – Floridian Partners today announced the addition of Daniela Herrera to the firm. Herrera joins from the Florida House of Representatives, where she served as legal counsel to the Insurance and Banking Subcommittee. She will expand the firm’s legislative and regulatory practice in insurance, financial services, and other highly regulated industries, while strengthening its ability to serve clients in South Florida.
“We are proud to welcome Daniela, who brings both legal acumen and on-the-ground legislative experience that will deliver value across our diverse client base,” said Charlie Dudley, managing partner at Floridian Partners.
During her time with the Florida House, Herrera quickly became a trusted advisor on some of the most consequential issues facing Floridians—property insurance, artificial intelligence, banking, and financial regulation. She played a central role in drafting legislation and supporting members through committee debates during one of the most high-stakes sessions in decades. Herrera also worked closely with industry stakeholders, regulators, and constituents to ensure diverse perspectives were considered in policymaking.
“Having Daniela as legal counsel made a tremendous difference to our work on the Insurance and Banking Subcommittee,” said Representative Brad Yeager, chair of the committee. “Throughout our challenging agenda, I trusted her to deliver sound judgment on critical issues and clear legal guidance under pressure.”
“Insurance dominated the news cycle and House agenda last year, and Daniela was in the trenches,” said George Feijoo, partner and chair of the firm’s financial services practice. “Her unique ability to connect with key delegations and translate complex financial issues will serve our clients and the marketplace as a whole.”
As a bilingual, first-generation attorney with deep roots in Miami, Herrera combines her legal training with a strong understanding of South Florida’s influence in state politics. Before focusing on legislative and political affairs, she gained broad legal experience in private practice, including criminal defense, ADA compliance, contract negotiations, and sports & entertainment law. This background equipped her to advise clients in highly regulated industries and navigate both transactional and litigation matters.
“Daniela’s legal and legislative experience, combined with her strong ties to South Florida, adds a dynamic new voice for our growing list of South Florida clients” said Jorge Chamizo, co-founding partner of the firm.
“We are excited to continue working with Daniela in this new role,” said Representative Wyman Duggan, Speaker Pro Tempore. “She understands the value of the policymaking process and brings insight that will further both her clients’ and Floridian’s continued success.”
Floridian Partners is a leading lobbying and consulting firm with offices in Tallahassee and Miami. The firm provides government affairs, communications, and business consulting services to clients across major industries, with influence at every level of Florida government and nationwide through its multi-state advocacy network.
