Yvette Abich Garcia

Yvette Abich Garcia is an accomplished attorney with extensive experience in municipal law. She currently serves as the City Attorney for the City of Redlands, a role she has held since May 2022. Prior to this, Yvette spent over a decade as City Attorney for the City of Downey and held senior counsel positions at Colantuono & Levin PC, where she advised multiple cities and redevelopment agencies on complex legal matters. Her early career included roles as an associate at Leal & Olivas, where she provided counsel to several municipalities in the Los Angeles area.

A graduate of Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, Yvette earned her Juris Doctor after completing a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with a minor in Political Science at Loyola Marymount University. Over the course of her career, she has served in a variety of municipal legal capacities, including Planning Commission Counsel, General Counsel to redevelopment agencies, and Assistant City Attorney, gaining a breadth of expertise in government law and municipal operations.

Known for her dedication to public service, Yvette has built a reputation for providing strategic, practical, and ethical legal guidance to city leadership. Her work spans policy development, regulatory compliance, and risk management, helping municipalities navigate complex legal landscapes while serving the needs of their communities.

• Loyola Marymount University- B.A.
• Loyola Law School, Los Angeles- J.D.