Tag: Mary Lynch

Mary Lynch, “Importance of Experiential Learning for Development of Essential Skills in Cross-Cultural and Intercultural Effectiveness”

May 19, 2024

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Meris Bray

in Annotated Bibliography, Bias, Clinical Legal Education – United States, Cultural Competence, Format – Article, Problem Solving, Race, Reflective Practice, Trust

This article examines the importance of cross-cultural misunderstandings within the lawyer-client relationship, a relationship which requires trust. Intercultural effectiveness is critical for law students to learn because of the significant consequences that flow from cross-cultural misunderstandings in relationships within law practice. It may result in interference with rapport, problem-solving, and peacemaking. Cross-cultural misunderstandings may unintentionally…