At Riley | Ersoff | Rodas LLP, we believe effective legal advocacy begins with understanding the people we represent—not just their legal issues, but their unique experiences and backgrounds.
We're proud to share that Partner Catalina Rodas co-authored the article, "‘Hablamos Español’ Is Not Enough: Why Language Marketing Without Cultural Humility Is Failing Clients," published in the July/August 2026 edition of FORUM Magazine, the official publication of the Consumer Attorneys of California.
In the article, Rodas and co-author Maria Hall explore why simply advertising Spanish-language services is not enough to effectively serve immigrant and Spanish-speaking communities. They explain that while language accessibility is important, meaningful representation also requires cultural humility—an ongoing commitment to understanding each client's individual experiences, values, and perspective.
The article discusses how cultural humility can improve attorney-client communication, build trust, reduce misunderstandings, and ultimately lead to better legal outcomes. It also offers practical strategies attorneys can use to better serve clients from diverse backgrounds, including trauma-informed communication, active listening, and ensuring clients fully understand the legal process.
As a bilingual attorney who has dedicated her practice to representing victims of unsafe housing conditions, Catalina brings firsthand experience to this important discussion. Her work reflects Riley | Ersoff | Rodas' commitment to providing accessible, compassionate, and client-centered representation for every individual who walks through our doors.
We invite you to read the full article in the July/August 2026 issue of FORUM Magazine:
Read the article here:
https://online.flippingbook.com/view/1022375558/66/
If you have questions about your legal rights or need experienced representation, contact Riley | Ersoff | Rodas today for a free consultation.
