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ASL Interpreters

Professional American Sign Language
Interpretation Services

NIC and RID certified ASL interpreters for legal, medical, and corporate settings. ADA compliance is not optional, it is a federal requirement. We provide qualified, credentialed ASL interpreters who protect your organization's compliance and ensure effective communication for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

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ADA compliance expertise, federal law requires effective communication for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in legal, medical, and government settings
Certified ASL interpreters (NIC, RID, BEI) experienced in legal, medical, and conference settings with appropriate credentials for each
Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) team members available for cases involving DeafBlind individuals, foreign sign language users, or minimal language competency
Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) available for urgent needs, with on-site interpreters preferred for legal and medical settings per ADA best practices
Legal American Sign Language Interpretation

American Sign Language

Legal American Sign Language Interpretation

Certified ASL interpreters for depositions, trials, hearings, and legal consultations. Courts are required under the ADA and state laws to provide qualified sign language interpreters for Deaf parties, witnesses, and jurors. Our legal ASL interpreters hold specialized legal certification and understand courtroom protocols, attorney-client privilege, and the registry of interpreters' Code of Professional Conduct.

Depositions & Trials
Attorney-Client Meetings
Arbitration & Mediation
Law Enforcement Interviews
Medical American Sign Language Interpretation

American Sign Language

Medical American Sign Language Interpretation

Certified ASL interpreters for hospitals, clinics, and medical offices. HIPAA-compliant and trained in medical terminology. Hospitals and healthcare providers are legally required under Section 504 and the ADA to provide qualified interpreters, using written notes or family members does not meet the standard of care. Our medical ASL interpreters ensure informed consent and accurate clinical communication.

Hospital & Emergency
Mental Health & Psych Evals
Surgical Consent
Telehealth & Clinics
American Sign Language Conference & Event Interpretation

American Sign Language

American Sign Language Conference & Event Interpretation

Professional ASL interpreters for corporate events, conferences, training sessions, and public meetings. ADA requires effective communication at public accommodations and events. We provide platform interpreters for large events, team interpreters for extended sessions, and coordinate with captioning services for comprehensive accessibility.

Conferences & Summits
Corporate Training
Town Halls & Public Meetings
HR & Employee Accommodations
American Sign Language Video Remote Interpreting (VRI)

American Sign Language

American Sign Language Video Remote Interpreting (VRI)

On-demand ASL video remote interpreting for situations where an on-site interpreter is not immediately available. VRI is appropriate for brief medical appointments, HR meetings, and non-complex interactions. For legal proceedings, depositions, and complex medical consultations, on-site interpreters are strongly recommended per ADA best practices.

Urgent Medical Needs
HR Meetings
Brief Consultations
After-Hours Coverage

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Share the date, setting type, and any CDI needs. Response within 4 hours.

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Client Feedback

What Our Clients Say

"We had a Deaf witness in a civil trial and the court needed a qualified legal ASL interpreter on short notice. Kaplan provided an NIC-certified interpreter with legal specialization who handled three days of testimony flawlessly. The judge commended the quality of interpretation."

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Robert Chen

Trial Attorney, Los Angeles

"Our hospital was cited for ADA noncompliance when we used a staff member to 'interpret' for a Deaf patient during an ER visit. Since contracting with Kaplan, we have qualified ASL interpreters on-site within two hours for any department. Our compliance record is clean."

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Lisa Hernandez

ADA Compliance Officer, Chicago

"We needed an ASL interpreter team plus a CDI for a Deaf client with minimal language skills in a criminal case. Kaplan coordinated the entire team, handled the logistics, and the communication was effective for the first time in the case. It was the difference between a fair proceeding and a due process violation."

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Amanda Brooks

Public Defender, San Francisco

FAQs

ASL Interpretation Questions

How quickly can you provide an ASL interpreter?
We maintain nationwide ASL interpreter coverage with availability in all major metros. For non-urgent assignments, we recommend 48-72 hours' notice for optimal matching. For emergencies, Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) can be activated within hours. On-site interpreters may be available same-day in major cities depending on the request.
When is an on-site ASL interpreter required vs. VRI?
On-site interpreters are strongly preferred for legal proceedings, complex medical consultations, mental health evaluations, and situations lasting longer than 30 minutes. VRI is acceptable for brief, non-complex interactions like routine medical check-ins or short HR meetings. Courts generally require on-site interpreters. We advise on the appropriate modality for each assignment.
What certifications do your ASL interpreters hold?
Our ASL interpreters hold nationally recognized certifications including NIC (National Interpreter Certification), RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf), BEI (Board for Evaluation of Interpreters), and state-specific legal interpreter certifications. For legal settings, we match interpreters with specific legal interpreting credentials. We provide all certification documentation in advance.
What is a Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI)?
A CDI is a Deaf individual who is certified as an interpreter and works alongside a hearing ASL interpreter as a team. CDIs are essential for cases involving DeafBlind individuals, foreign sign language users, individuals with minimal language competency, or situations where cultural and linguistic mediation is needed. We coordinate CDI teams when required.
Who is responsible for providing and paying for ASL interpreters?
Under the ADA and Section 504, the entity providing the service, hospital, law firm, court, employer, or public agency, is responsible for providing and paying for qualified interpreters. The cost cannot be passed to the Deaf individual. We work directly with the requesting organization and provide documentation for ADA compliance records. Check availability or call (833) 547-7770.

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