Candace C. Carlyon
About Candace C. Carlyon
Candace C. Carlyon is a lawyer based in Las Vegas, NV and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1993. Candace C. Carlyon is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Banking and Finance Law
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: Carlyon Cica Chtd.
Education: Pepperdine University, JD (magna cum laude), graduated 1985 and Loyola Marymount University, BA (magna cum laude), graduated 1982
Location: Las Vegas, NV
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