For the annual gathering of immigration attorneys, Navid was asked to lead a panel discussion on cultural awareness, bias, and diversity.  As individuals and businesses of all cultures are crossing international borders, it is more important than ever for immigration attorneys to be able to adeptly handle these cultural differences to best serve their clients.  The panel presented best practices for immigration attorneys in handling diversity within their own offices, in the attorney-client relationship, and in preparing clients for interviews with immigration officers.  Navid’s panelists included past President of the American Immigration Lawyers’ Association, the incoming Treasurer, and the Chair of the Diversity Committee.