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Go To Lawyers: Candace A. Blydenburgh
Partner, McGuireWoods, Richmond
Virginia Lawyers Weekly//October 22, 2025//
Years in practice: 29
Best known for: I suspect professionalism, with a strong degree of authenticity and a wry sense of humor.
Why I chose my practice area: I began my legal career as a railroad lawyer at Mays & Valentine and enjoyed meeting people from all walks of life, and learning about their background, experiences and life stories. And I liked being a conduit for explaining “how an event” occurred.
Most memorable case: I represented the defendant in a case that involved allegations of a traumatic brain injury to a minor child. After the case, the plaintiff thanked me for how I treated her, a reminder that practicing law is what we do but not who we are, and that you can disagree without being disagreeable.
What makes me a leader in my field: Humility, patience and perseverance.
Bar involvement/leadership roles: Richmond Bar Association, Metropolitan Richmond Women’s Bar Association, chair of Diversity
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