Cultural competency refers to the ability to understand, communicate, and interact effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds.1 For attorneys, this means recognizing and respecting clients’ values, traditions, and perspectives while tailoring their approach to meet specific needs. This skill requires more than just awareness; it requires understanding different perspectives, reflecting on biases, expanding cultural knowledge, and building cross-cultural competencies.
Nancy Martinez Ramirez, is a member of the Marquette University Law School Class of 2026, in
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