CULTURAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE LEGAL PROFESSION: A Guide to Cultural Competency for the Paralegal

WESTON KOYAMA

jun 2023 · Koyama Enterprises LLC

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This book is designed to provide paralegal students with a comprehensive understanding of cultural competency and its significance in the legal profession. In an increasingly diverse society, it is crucial for legal professionals to possess the knowledge and skills to effectively navigate cultural differences and ensure equal access to justice for all individuals.

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Weston Koyama is a passionate advocate for justice, cultural competence, and access to justice. With a distinguished career as a public defender in Portland, Oregon, Weston brings a wealth of practical experience and deep insights into the intersection of culture, law, and effective legal representation.

As a public defender, Weston has been on the front lines, tirelessly fighting for the rights of individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Through his work, he has witnessed firsthand the profound impact that cultural competency can have on ensuring fair and equitable treatment within the legal system. This firsthand experience has ignited his commitment to promoting cultural competence and dismantling barriers to justice.