Our founders, Ben Daniel and Cody Simonsen, both drew upon first-hand experiences
when establishing 5 Star Interpreting with one goal in mind: communication access for all
Utah has more than 276,000 deaf or hearing-impaired citizens who must have equal access to services. One of the most crucial of these is legal services and representation.
The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 requires that “attorneys engaged in private practice . . . provid[e] auxiliary aids and services necessary to ensure effective communication between individuals who are deaf and their attorneys.” 5 Star Interpreting staffs interpreters who have gone through rigorous, specialized training and experience to provide legal interpretation in the states of Utah and Illinois.
To provide the best legal advice, service, and representation possible to your deaf or hearing-impaired clients, you should choose legal interpreters who have advanced skills and experience. Beyond general ASL interpreting, a legal interpreter should also have an understanding of law and legal procedures.
The certification of legal interpreters is managed by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf. Certified legal interpreters must:
Most courts will have interpreters available for hearings, depositions, interrogations, etc., but as an attorney, you know there is much more which goes into legal representation than the time spent in the courtroom.
The legal interpreters that 5 Star Interpreting works with can provide assistance from the initial consultation through the entire process. They interpret, explain, and complete necessary forms, and describe documentation that is required or needed.
5 Star Interpreting coordinates quality and affordable interpreting services, and you can request an interpreter with the click of a button. When you need a legal interpreter for ASL in Illinois, you want the best ASL interpreters. You want 5 Star Interpreting.