SERVICES
I usually meet with the couple to discuss the ceremony and the vows a few weeks before the wedding. I also do much of the consultation through email and cell phone. I have a Wedding Ceremonies Guide workbook with custom vows that I give to each couple that can be used to create how your ceremony will be scripted (this can also be emailed if an in person consultation can not be scheduled-upon receipt of deposit).
If it is a last minute wedding and my schedule allows, we can either meet in person quickly or correspond by telephone 908-343-9490 or by email: lbarton@lcbweddingceremonies.com Payment will be required to be paid in cash only.
What you will get:
A personal consultation of how you want your vows and the ceremony.
A Wedding Ceremonies Guide workbook.
A keepsake marriage certificate suitable for framing.
I file the legal marriage certificate with the local registrar of the municipality where the ceremony took place for proper filing with the State.
No need to join a church or commit to a particular set of beliefs.
I have a professional appearance and presentation(I wear a dress suit).
FEES
$200.00-500.00(depending on type and size of ceremony and location )
Rehearsal: $100.00 (An additional fee and if my schedule allows)
One half of the total fee (Non-refundable) is due at contract signing, as this is the reservation and booking fee. This holds the date for your wedding and I can begin working on putting together the script for your ceremony. I accept checks, cash and certified funds only.
Cash only is accepted if it is 14 days or fewer before the wedding. The balance is due in cash at the rehearsal or if there is no rehearsal then the amount is due prior to the start of the ceremony.
PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN A MARRIAGE LICENSE IN NEW JERSEY:
Requirements for entering into a Marriage in the State of New Jersey:
For two persons to establish a Marriage in New Jersey, it shall be necessary that they satisfy all of the following requirements:
Not be a party to another civil union, domestic partnership or marriage in New Jersey;
Be of the opposite sex (except those of a Civil Union-see my Links page for more information regarding Civil Unions in New Jersey) ; and
Be at least 18 years of age, except that applicants under the age of 18 may enter into a Marriage with parental consent. Applicants under the age of 16 must obtain parental consent and have the consent approve in writing by any judge of the Superior Court, Chancery Division, Family part.
Where to apply:
The marriage license application is to be made in the municipality in which either party resides and the license is valid throughout the State of New Jersey.
If neither applicant is a New Jersey resident, submit the application in the municipality where the marriage ceremony will be performed, the license is only valid in the issuing municipality.
What you should bring with you when you apply for a marriage license:
If you are divorced or have had a marriage annulled, please bring the divorce decree or the civil annulment documents.
If your former spouse is deceased, please bring the death certificate,
A copy of your birth certificate, driver’s license, passport or state I.D.
Proof of your residency.
Your social security card or social security number.Your social security number is required by law and will be kept confidential.
A witness (18 years or older) who knows both the male and female applicants.
The $28 application fee.
Any documents in a foreign language must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
After you apply:
There is a 72-hour waiting period before the license is issued. The waiting period begins when the application is filed with the Local Registrar. After the Marriage License is issued, you have only thirty days from the date it was issued to be used.
The marriage license application is valid for six months from the date accepted, unless the Registrar has given prior approval to extend the validity of the application to a maximum of one year. (This is not to be confused with the Marriage License after it has been issued.)
Only one marriage license may be granted from a marriage application. If the license expires before being used, a new application must be made and another $28 fee remitted.