Alvarez-Glasman, Arnold M

Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman is the founding member and Managing Partner of Alvarez-Glasman & Colvin.

Mr. Alvarez-Glasman has nearly thirty years of legal experience, representing both private sector and public entities. His career had led him to a variety of unique and complex real estate and development projects with an emphasis upon private-public ventures and successes. In addition to his vast development experience, Mr. Alvarez-Glasman’s expertise has earned him the opportunity to represent seven different communities in his career as their City Attorney and Redevelopment Agency or Community Development Commission General Counsel.

Mr. Alvarez-Glasman has been involved in all aspects of complex real estate transactions, including the negotiation and documentation of acquisitions, development agreements, financings, leases and related entitlement documents. The diverse projects he has handled to completion include Hilton and Sheraton hotels, shopping centers with both national and regional tenants, auto dealerships, housing developments (both market rate and affordable projects), restaurants and other entertainment centers. Mr. Alvarez-Glasman’s knowledge and experience in government and legislative matters has earned him the respect of national, state and local leaders. He brings a unique perspective on behalf of the firm's clients in achieving successful results with a positive attitude.

In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Alvarez-Glasman served twelve years as a member of the Montebello City Council, including three terms as Mayor. He has served as a volunteer for over twenty years to the California YMCA Youth and Government Program and currently is serving as the Chairman of the Board for this unique statewide youth-oriented organization.