About Candace Y.

Candace Y — Brooks practices bankruptcy regulation in Fairfield, California. She is a partner at Brooks & Carpenter, a company she co-founded. The firm focuses on insolvency, business law, and foreclosure protection. Candace has been a prominent determine in the legal network since she began her career in the late Nineteen Eighties. Her workplace is dedicated to assisting clients handle the necessities of monetary misery and legal demanding situations. She earned her J.D. from Lincoln Law School of Sacramento in 1994, following a Bachelor of Science in Economics from California State University - Sacramento.

Candace's legal career began as a legal proceedings adjuster in 1994, where she developed a robust foundation in claims control. In 1996, she transitioned into her role as an independent claims adjuster, focusing on construction defect claims. This experience supplied her with precious insights into the financial implications of legal disputes. Candace became a companion at Brooks & Carpenter in 1996, and her leadership has been instrumental in shaping the firm’s approach to client service. She has handled many insolvency cases, which includes Chapter 7 and Chapter thirteen filings. Her talent additionally extends to business law, where she advises clients on various legal issues related to enterprise operations and compliance. Foreclosure protection is any other crucial region of her practice, the place she advocates for householders dealing with monetary problems.

In addition to her practice, Candace is actively involved in several legal institutions. She is a member of the Sacramento County Bar Association and the National Association of Bankruptcy Lawyers. Her contributions to the legal network include serving on the Judicial Advisory Committee for the Eastern District of California and holding management positions within the California Bankruptcy Forum and the Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum. Candace's commitment to her profession is evident in her role as co-chair of the Constituency & Outreach Committee for the State Bar of California's Business Law Section. Throughout her profession, Candace has been recognized for her commitment to her clients and her contributions to the area of law. She has served as past president and officer of the Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum, in addition demonstrating her management in the community. Her knowledge and involvement in a number of legal organizations have allowed her to stay at the forefront of insolvency law and enterprise practices in California.

As of 2026, Candace continues to serve her clients with diligence and talent. Her company, Brooks & Carpenter, remains a trusted useful resource for people and agencies facing monetary challenges. With her understanding of insolvency and business law, Candace Y. Brooks is a precious asset to her clients and the legal community at large.

Education

Lincoln Law School of Sacramento

J.D. (1994)

1994

California State University - Sacramento

B.S. | Economics

Languages

English (Spoken)

Experience

Lawyer, President

Holland Law Offices
1997

Partner

Brooks & Carpenter
1996

Independent Claims Adjuster - Construction Defect Claims

Zurich North America
1996

Litigation Adjuster

CNA Insurance
1994

Claims Specialist (Inside/Field Adjuster)

State Farm
1987

Accepted Jurisdictions

Eastern District of California
California

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California U.S. District Court
California State Bar

Types of Cases Handled

bankruptcy business law foreclosure defense

Legal Services Scope

Initial filing Claims management Litigation

Professional Associations

Sacramento County Bar Association

has membership Current

NACBA – National Association of Bankruptcy Lawyers

has membership Current

Judicial Advisory Committee (JAC) - CAED

Board has membership 2019 - 2020

California Bankruptcy Forum (CBF)

Board has membership 2019 - 2020

Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum

Past President & Officer 2016 - 2020

Lawyer Advisory Board for ARAG Insurance

has membership 2016 - 2018

State Bar of California, Business Law Section, Insolvency Law Commitee

Board has membership & Co-Chair of the Constituency & Outreach Committee , 2015 - 2018

Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum

Board has membership 2002 - 2005