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About Candyce
Biography
I am a former teacher and have practiced in the area of education law since 1983. A native Arizonan, I have a unique knowledge of the legal problems facing rural school districts after representing all of the Gila and Cochise County districts during the course of that time. I have formerly served as the Chief Deputy of the Gila County Attorney’s Office and as a Deputy County Attorney with the Cochise County Attorney’s Office.
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Education Law
I provide daily advice and assistance to school districts throughout the state on matters as varied as student disciplinary hearings, personnel issues, contract reviews, student records requests, governing board liability and open meeting issues. I represent and defend educational institutions in administrative and court proceedings. I have defended school districts in election law challenges, including successfully defending a challenge to an override election before the Arizona Supreme Court.
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I have authored numerous opinions on education law which have been adopted by the Arizona Attorney General. I have lectured extensively to teachers and administrative personnel on various aspects of education law and have been a regular presenter at the Arizona School Boards Association annual Legal Perspectives Conference.
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I have twice received the Law Related Education award from the Arizona State Bar Association. I was the Regional Director for the Student Mock Trial Program while in Gila County and now serve as an attorney coach working with students at the Sierra Vista Unified School District.
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Licensed in Arizona for 44 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1981
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Location
Udall Shumway PLC
3555 East Fry Road, Sierra Vista, AZ, 85635
Udall Shumway PLC
1138 North Alma School Road, Suite 101, Mesa, AZ, 85201
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Posted by Aron | October 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Employment Attonrey
Candi is an exceptionally compassionate and intelligent individual. Ms. Pardee had never met me or even spoke with me on the phone prior to me asking for her legal counsel. After explaining my situation Ms. Pardee was willing to help me in my financial struggle by offering assistance for me to purcha...
Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Superintendent
Candy is exceptional. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable, she clearly explains information and walks us through all steps so that we are certain we are following the letter of the law. She is funny, kind, and rational. I highly recommend her.
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Education
In-House Legal Counsel
Candy is a human encyclopedia about everything school law. She has a great sense of humor and is easy to work with. Candy will thoroughly evaluate an issue and help find the right path to reach the desired goal. I have very much enjoyed working with Candy.
Posted by Troy | December 15, 2014
School Superintendent
Candyce is always prompt. Candyce started out as a school teacher and has an education background that is very helpful. She uses common sense and levity. She is available by phone even when she is on vacation. I highly recommend her to anyone. I appreciate the great service that I have gotten over th...
Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2014 | Education
Experience as Classroom Teacher supports Excellent School Law Attorney
Candy has represented our school district for more than a decade. Her experience as a classroom teacher is valuable in school litigation or in the avoidance of such.
Candyce B Pardee's Lawyer Endorsements
"Candyce Pardee is smart, passionate and dedicated to her clients and schools throughout Arizona. Her expertise in education law and willingness to help her peers make her an invaluable asset to the education community. I would not hesitate to refer any school client or matter to Ms. Pardee."
"Candy is an extraordinary attorney -- conscientious, tough, and devoted to her clients. I happily refer clients to her, knowing that they are in the best of hands."
"I have known Candyce Pardee for several years and strongly endorse her as an attorney. She is extremely professional and dedicated. Her expansive knowledge in the area of education law make her a superior attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Pardee's extensive knowledge of education law makes her a valuable resource for her peers who practice in this area of law. She gives freely of her time and expertise to others."
Experience
Honors
2016
Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary International
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary International
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top 10 Law Firm (24 attys or fewer), Arizona Business Magazine: Ranking Arizona - The Best of Arizona Business
2011
Top 10 Law Firm (24 attys or fewer), Arizona Business Magazine: Ranking Arizona - The Best of Arizona Business
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Top 10 Law Firm (24 attys or fewer), Arizona Business Magazine: Ranking Arizona - The Best of Arizona Business
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Top 10 Law Firm (24 attys or fewer), Arizona Business Magazine: Ranking Arizona - The Best of Arizona Business
2003
Grand Representative of Maine in Arizona, order of Eastern Star
2002
Grand Representative of Maine in Arizona, Order of Eastern Star
2001
Grand Representative of Maine in Arizona, Order of Eastern Star
2000
Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce Community Service Award, Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce
1996
Grand Lecturer for the Grand Chapter of Arizona, Order of Eastern Star
1996
Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary International
1995
Arizona State Bar Law Related Education Award, State Bar of Arizona
1991
Arizona State Bar Law Related Education Award, State Bar of Arizona
1990
Woman of the Year, Odyssey Chapter American Business Women's Association
1990
Gila County Prosecutor of the Year, Gila County Attorney's Office
1986
Gila County Prosecutor of the Year, Gila County Attorney's Office
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Udall Shumway PLC
2003 - 2009
Civil Deputy County Attorney, Cochise County Attorney's Office
2001 - 2003
Deputy County Attorney, Cochise County Attorney's Office
1983 - 2000
Deputy County Attorney, Gila County Attorney's Office
1982 - 1983
Partner, Burger, McReynolds & Beumler
Associations
2016 - Present
Global Directory of Who's WhoMember
2016 - Present
District 5500 Rotary InternationalSecretary
2014 - Present
Yuma Foothills Rotary ClubScholarship Chair and Board Member
2010 - Present
Yuma Foothills Rotary ClubMember
2010 - Present
Yuma County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
AZ POSTInstructor
1988 - Present
Order of Eastern StarMember
Arizona School Boards Association
Member
Cochise County Bar Association
Member
National School Boards Association
Member
Sierra Vista Bar Association
Member
Arizona Council of School Attorneys
Member
Sierra Vista United Methodist Church
Trustee
Order of Amaranth
Member
2017 - 2017
Rotary Friendship Exchange-ThailandMember
2016 - 2017
Mock Trial - Student advisorSan Luis High School
2013 - 2014
Yuma Foothills Rotary ClubPresident
2009 - 2015
Arizona State Bar Mentor CommitteeMember
2009 - 2010
Sierra Vista Rotary ClubMember
2007 - 2008
State Bar of Arizona CLE CommitteeMember
1995 - 2001
Camp Fire Boys and Girls Club LeaderMember
1989 - 2001
Miami Roatry ClubMember
1986 - 1996
Gila County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1981
University of Arizona College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
University of Arizona
BA - Bachelor of Arts (with distinction)
Speaking Engagements
2017
Window Rock Unified School District
Agenda Workshop
2017
SonoitaElementary School District
Bullying
2017
Sizzlin' Summer
Legislative Updates 2016-2017
2017
Back to School Training
Duty to Report/Sexual Harassment
2017
Back to School Training
Sexual Harassment
2017
Back to School Training
Policy Do's and Don'ts
2017
Back to School Training
Duty to Report/ Sexual Harassment
2017
Back to School Training
Duty to Report
2017
Back to School Training
Duty to Report
2017
Back to School Training
Duty to Report
2017
Back to School Training
Duty to Report
2017
ASBA Annual Conference
Teacher Certification Issues
2017
AASPA Conference
Classroom to the Courtroom
2016
La Paz County District Supervisor
New Board Member and OML training
2016
Guardianship/Court Document Meeting
Custody and Residency Issues
2016
Club Leadership Training
Lead Your Club-Secretary
2016
Buckeye Elementary School District
Investigations Training
2016
Board Member Training
Open Meeting Law
2016
Back to School Staff Training
Mandatory Reporting and Bullying
2016
Back to School Staff Training
Duty to Report
2016
Back to School Staff Training
Duty to Report
2016
Back to School Staff Training
Duty to Report, Discrimination/Sexual Harrassment
2016
ASPAA
Teacher Attraction Strategies
2016
ASBA Fall Conference
Teacher Attraction Strategies
2016
Ameri Schools
Sensitivity Training-Boundaries
2016
Agenda Workshop
Policies
2016
Administrative Retreat
Hiring, Termination and other Human Resource Issues
2015
Sizzlin' Summer Law Conference
Report What? Revisiting Duty to Report
2015
Board Member Training
Duty to Report
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Sexual Harrassment
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Sexual Harrassment
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Sexual Harrassment
2015
Back to School Staff training
Duty to Report, Bullying
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Duty to Report
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Duty to Report, Bullying
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Sexual Harrassment
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Sexual Harrassment, FLSA
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Duty to Report and Technology
2015
Back to School Staff Training
FERPA
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Duty to Report
2015
Back to School Staff Training
Mandatory Duty to Report
2015
ASBA Fall Conference
Beg, Borrow or Steal, Keeping Teachers
2012
Elfrida Elementary School District
Open Meeting Laws
2011
Rio Rico Summer Law Conference, 2011
Education Statutes, Case Law and Arizona Attorney General Opinion Update
2011
Rio Rico Summer Law Conference
Investigation of and Discipline of Certificated and Classified Staff
2011
Joint School Board Work Session & Training
Heading in the Right Direction
2011
Before various districts
Duty to Report and the New Bullying Statutes 2011
2011
ASBA Fall Law Conference 2011
"Contract Considerations for School Boards: Impairment of Contracts, Gift of Public Funds and Binding Future Boards"
2009
2009 ASBA Law Conference
Religion and Schools: The Latest Cases and Controversies
N/A
Patagonia Union and Patagonia High School Districts
Use and Misuse of Technology
N/A
Before various districts
Sexual Harassment and Discrimination
Publications
2017
2017
2017
2017
2017
2017
2016
2016
2016
2016
2016
2016
2016
2016
2016
2016
2015
2015
2015
2015
2015
Blog
One Room Schools
2015
2015
2015
2015
Blog
No Respect
2014
2014
2014
2013
Inquiry & Analysis (NSBA)
Ten Tips for Contracting for a Successful School Resource Officer
2012
Arizona Attorney
Time to Mentor
1980
Arizona Law Review
A New Dimension in Arizona Community Property Law
1980
Arizona Law Review
Liability in Professional Sports: An Alternative to Violence
Languages
English
Activity
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