Frequently Asked Questions

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Officiants are licensed and experienced professionals hired to perform your marriage ceremony. Officiants are well-versed in secular, spiritual, or interfaith ceremonies, but most have their area of specialty.I specialize in secular and non-traditional wedding ceremonies. I am ordained with the Universal Life Church and can provide credentials and Letter of Good Standing upon request. 

As an Officiant, I will perform your marriage ceremony but do not plan your wedding. Each wedding is special and deserves the right touch. I have curated a list of qualified vendors that can make your special day one to remember.

I solemnize two types of marriages.

1. Public Marriage: Most common. Requires license, 1 witness, officiant (clergy or celebrant) Marriage will be part of public record
2. Confidential Marriage: Performed by authorized notary public. Couple must live together and no witnesses are required. Marriage will not be searchable through public records 

1. ELOPEMENT: Usually done on location with up to 5 people (officiant, couple, up to 2 witnesses) Can be a simple signing or short ceremony. Usually under 30 mins. Short-notice (under a month).
2. MICRO-WEDDING: Small ceremony of up to 10 guests. Similar to a larger wedding but smaller.

I operate as a mobile officiant and do not work with one particular chapel. I have a list of beautiful and available venues throughout Los Angeles, including places of worship that are happy to host your event. 

I am based out of the Los Angeles area. I service an area within 25 miles of the 90016 zip code. However, service is available outside this radius with advance notice. Travel surcharge may apply. 

Absolutely! Check out the CEREMONIES page for the most common ceremonies but I am always open to creating your love story for all to admire. I can even be enlisted to help. 

Both parties need to be present with:

1. Valid Government issued ID/Passport/Driver's license
2. PUBLIC: 1 witness with above identification
3. California marriage license
4. Final Payment (Confidential marriage license and elopements must be paid in full in advance)

It is quite understandable to want the Minister at the rehearsal dinner for grace or to deliver the toast to the newlyweds. This service is included in my deluxe package for no additional charge. I am available for an additional fee per hour.  

I ask that ELOPEMENTS and LICENSES be paid in full since they are such short notice ceremonies. All other services require a non-refundable deposit to secure an appointment. Please see RATES for more detailed information.