Candace Y. Brooks

Candace Y. Brooks is a Sacramento bankruptcy lawyer at Brooks & Carpenter who represents individuals and businesses facing financial distress. Her practice focuses on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, reorganization, and related business matters. Ms. Brooks helps clients evaluate available options, seek protection under federal bankruptcy law, and address the financial and procedural issues that arise before, during, and after a bankruptcy filing.

Ms. Brooks earned a B.S. in Economics from California State University, Sacramento, and received her law degree from Lincoln Law School in Sacramento in 1994. While attending law school, she worked as a claims specialist for State Farm Insurance Company and also handled general liability litigation claims for other insurers. This background provided practical experience with investigation, negotiation, settlement, and financial analysis before she entered private practice.

Ms. Brooks opened her own law practice in 1996 and has since focused on helping individuals and businesses manage bankruptcy and business-related challenges. Her work includes representing clients in federal bankruptcy court, guiding them through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 proceedings, examining reorganization options, and advising on financial recovery after bankruptcy. She handles cases personally and accompanies clients to hearings, supporting continuity throughout the bankruptcy process.

Candace Y. Brooks is a member of the State Bar of California and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. She has also served as an officer and director of the Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum and volunteered with the Sacramento Bankruptcy Pro-Se Help Desk. Her professional involvement reflects a longstanding focus on bankruptcy law, continuing legal education, and client service. She combines practical experience with direct attorney involvement to help clients understand their options and move toward a more stable financial position.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Brooks & Carpenter
• Member, California State Bar, Insolvency Law Committee, Business Law Section
• Board Member & Officer, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
• Officer and Director, Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum
• Member, Sacramento County Bar Association, Bankruptcy and Commercial Law Section

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Lincoln Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• California State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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