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Paula Candea

Paula Candea is a former Assistant State’s Attorney who served as a felony crimes prosecutor in DuPage County. She now uses her courtroom and trial experience to advocate for individuals who have been injured due to negligence. Paula is passionate about helping her clients pursue fair compensation and holding large insurance companies accountable.

Paula was born in Romania and immigrated to the United States with her family as a young child. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children. In her free time, Paula enjoys riding her Peloton bike, trying new recipes, and reading with her monthly book club. Known for treating others with respect, Paula is also a zealous advocate for her clients.

Background & Experience

  • Assistant State’s Attorney, DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office
  • Assigned to the Felony Crimes Trial Division
  • Previously assigned to the DUI Courtroom, Domestic Violence Courtroom, and Juvenile Abuse and Neglect Courtroom
  • Law Offices of R. F. Wittmeyer, Ltd. (June 2023 – Present)

 

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Liberal Arts, University of Illinois Chicago (2011)
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Trial Advocacy Certification, The John Marshall Law School, 2014

Bar Admissions

  • State of Illinois, 2014

Awards, Recognitions

  • Misdemeanor Attorney of the Year, 2017
  • Meindl Award for Jury Trial Victory in a Felony DUI Case

Professional Associations

  • Illinois State Bar Association
  • Chicago Bar Association

Practice Areas

  • Civil Litigation
  • Personal Injury
Community-Outreach

Community Involvement

Homeowners association board member, school room mom for her two children


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Law Offices of RF Wittmeyer, LTD

Paula Candea is a former Assistant State’s Attorney who served as a felony crimes prosecutor in DuPage County. She now uses her courtroom and trial experience to advocate for individuals who have been injured due to negligence. Paula is passionate about helping her clients pursue fair compensation and holding large insurance companies accountable.

Paula was born in Romania and immigrated to the United States with her family as a young child. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children. In her free time, Paula enjoys riding her Peloton bike, trying new recipes, and reading with her monthly book club. Known for treating others with respect, Paula is also a zealous advocate for her clients.

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2101 S Arlington Heights Rd
#103

Arlington Heights IL 60005

Phone : (847) 357-0403

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