Chair, Vincent Chin 40th Remembrance and RededicationJames Shimoura
James Shimoura is a founding member and former President of American Citizens for Justice formed in response to the killing of Vincent Chin. James was a volunteer for Lily Chin and the Vincent Chin case. James' career includes serving as staff counsel for two national insurance carriers, a partner of a Detroit-area law firm, counsel to several Fortune 500 companies and providing pro bono legal services. Active in civic and political affairs, James has also been involved in national and regional election campaigns. He served as an advisor for the Clinton Presidential transition organization and was appointed by President Bill Clinton to the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars. James served on several Michigan state commissions and advisory panels, including administrative hearing examiner for the Michigan Department of Civil Rights.