Candace D. Embry

Candace Embry is an associate in the Birmingham, Alabama, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Candace has built her career helping employers navigate complex workplace issues with confidence, practical judgment, and a focus on achieving business objectives while recognizing the human realities that accompany employment decisions. She is passionate about partnering with clients to develop solutions that not only mitigate legal risk but also promote healthy, productive workplaces.

Throughout her career, Candace has represented a diverse range of employers, including colleges and universities, municipalities, government agencies, financial services companies, restaurants, and small businesses. This broad experience provides her with a keen understanding of the distinct legal and operational considerations that organizations face across industries. 

As an employment counselor, Candace particularly enjoys helping employers navigate issues that require balancing legitimate business interests with the needs and concerns of employees. She recognizes that workplace decisions often extend beyond legal analysis and involve considerations of culture, morale, productivity, and organizational values. Her approach emphasizes practical risk management while fostering positive and productive workplace environments. Clients value her ability to deliver clear, practical guidance that supports informed decision-making in real time.

In addition to counseling, Candace has extensive employment litigation experience. She has managed all phases of litigation and has defended employers in a wide range of employment-related disputes and is committed to achieving efficient, favorable outcomes that advance her clients’ objectives.

By combining strong advocacy, deep employment law knowledge, and practical business judgment, Candace helps employers address workplace challenges with confidence and successfully navigate an evolving legal landscape.