Need to get legally hitched without the hoopla? I’ve got you.
A legal-only Tennessee license signing ceremony is perfect if:
- You’re planning a big wedding later but want the paperwork done now. Let’s call it a soft-launch of your marriage.
- You tired the courthouse but found a locked door & sign: “Out to lunch. Back at 4 pm.”
- You simply want to be legally married without the venue, violinist, or centerpieces.
- You are using a friend for your ceremony but do still want to be legally married the same day as your wedding without worrying about legal gray areas.
What’s Involved?
Tennessee law requires some kind of ceremony—even if it’s short and sweet. So no, I can’t just scribble my name on your license and call it a day.
But don’t worry—it doesn’t have to be elaborate. In fact, here’s how it usually goes:
- We meet in person somewhere TBD, or I show up the day of your wedding at your venue right before or after your big ceremony and we do it then.
- I have you say “I do” to a short set of vows. Or a little more ceremony if you want.
- I sign your license and make sure it’s good to go.
- You are then officially, legally married and we put a smile on the county clerk’s face —and the whole thing takes only minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can we do this on Zoom?
Nope. Tennessee says the officiant must be physically present. Think “in-person officiant,” not “floating head on screen.”
Q: Can we skip the vows?
Afraid not. The state requires an exchange of vows. And I can’t just sit and watch someone else do your wedding and then sign the license. If I sign it as the officiant, I’ve gotta officiate something. That’s kind of the deal. Doesn’t have to be tearful or poetic—just me asking a simple vow question and you answering in some affirmative way – Sure, yep, no doubt, you betcha or for a real southern touch – I reckon so.
Q: What do you charge?
Fees vary based on date, time, and location—so just reach out and I’ll give you a quote. It’s probably going to be between $100-$300. Closer to $100 for a quick weekday meet-up, higher if it’s during peak wedding time when I’d otherwise be marrying someone else.
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📍 Based in Nashville, serving couples all over Middle Tennessee