Judges for Love, Inc.

He went above and beyond to meet our family, guests and coordinated with our string quartet and ring bearer. We deeply recommend his service and he just made the ceremony so intimate, joyful and beautiful, truly unforgettable. Thank you Judge Marrus.

d wrote a beautiful opening for our ceremony. He definitely made my wedding the most memorable day of my life. I feel really lucky to choose Judges for Love!

forward and simple. All the necessary information was presented and explained clearly. So helpful navigating the red tape as we were travelling to New York from the UK. The real stuff……Judge Marrus and his wife Iris are so incredibly warm and personable…..via zoom and email, but even more so when we met in person!! We really felt a huge connection with them, and felt they were so invested and interested in our story and our Big Day. We had a few small last moment changes in the proceeding 24 hours and even last few hours….and nothing was too much trouble or a problem. In the run up to our wedding, the Judge gleaned a few details about our lives, family and friends…..and on the day these were turned in to a heartfelt and integral part of our beautiful ceremony. So emotional and joyful. We were able to use our own vows that we had written for one another. However the legal speech that the Judge gave first, was so apt and perfect too. We were also invited to give him a reading to deliver during our ceremony….which we did….and Wow!! His New York brogue lifted the words from the page with such warmth and sincerity. Made us cry!! We couldn’t have wished for more. Our Wedding day was just the best day ever!!! The one and only negative is that we didn’t get chance to meet their dog Charlie…..who sounds like a total star!!! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!!!! Mike & Vikki S

et to know each other better and to plan out our ceremony. Judge Parker gave us her ceremony recommendations which made us so comfortable on our wedding day. Her calm personality made us at ease at the altar. :) If you are still looking for an officiant, go with Judges for Love! They were absolutely wonderful to work with.

so calm and helped us in ways that went above and beyond. From the first phone call, we knew that we had chosen the best of the best! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our wedding so memorable!

pared a beautiful and thoughtful ceremony that had all of our guests in tears of joy and laughter (most approached us after the ceremony to let us know how excellent of a job he did). I could not recommend JFL any more highly.

He kept our ceremony short, sweet and added the perfect amount of humor! We highly recommend using Judge Marrus for your wedding!

told our love story beautifully. I couldn't recommend them enough.

wedding! His attention to detail and compilation of working was amazing! We would highly recommend!

ny speech that made us feel as if he’d known us for years. He offered the perfect balance of solemnity and humor we hoped for and was so accommodating to all special requests. Thank you both so much for helping us get to the finish!

tails. Highly recommend!

y compliments. Judge Marrus was unbelievable. He researched the place we had our first date, our law practices, and our favorite comedian, then managed to work each of them into the ceremony. It was SO personalized. So much time and effort were put in and it showed. He really surpassed all our expectations even though we had read how wonderful he was. If you don’t absolutely need a religious officiant, use him. Even if you wanted to incorporate some religious elements, he was totally up for it (we just chose not to). Such a kind-hearted, sweet, person. 100% recommend.

make our wedding ceremony very “us”. She spoke so elegantly, made our crowd chuckle at her jokes while tearing up at her beautiful words. She was one of our favorite people to work with, and just the person you would want to be around before AND after such a huge moment. Our wedding wouldn’t have been the same without her.

erfectly. Likewise, Iris is amazing. She was very responsive and friendly right from the start. She helped with all of the details and made sure all of our requests were met. I would definitely recommend Judges For Love!

mony to know about our stories and customized the ceremony for us. He even considered our family members who live abroad and will watch the ceremony recording later. Judge Marrus is very warm, responsible and has a sense of humor. I highly recommend Judges for Love and Judge Marrus for anyone who is looking for an officiant. You will have a special and unforgettable memory that you will cherish forever!

sive to all the questions we had. Thank you Judge Marrus and Iris!

he delivered, making our family and friends laugh. We would highly recommend!

ctful of our wishes - to have a tiny ceremony during Covid. It was a special day and the perfect little intimate ceremony that was just for us. Thank you Iris & Alan, we couldn't have asked for better support. Carianne and I are so thankful we found you both.

shots during our ceremony on Zoom so that our family members could fully experience the moment. Highly recommend to anyone in need of an officiant, especially while events are remaining smaller and/or virtual.

tions. Judge Marrus officiated our ceremony and it was so incredibly wonderful --he took the time prior to get to know me and my fiancé, and made the ceremony personal and very special for us and our entire family. I cannot recommend enough Judges for Love to anyone looking to get married --they were incredible to work with and we will forever cherish this memory!!

at could've been an awkward online meeting. We could not have asked for anything more.

the chance to do it over again, we would choose Judges for Love as our officiant.

highly recommend using Judges for Love!

h us in-person and my family joining on a Zoom call from India. From the get-go, Judges for Love helped us through everything. This included helping us understand the process of getting online marriage license from NYC's Project Cupid, to arranging a call with the judge for our personalized ceremony, signing the marriage license and keeping us up-to-date on all other matters. Not once did we feel lost or confused about what to expect from a zoom wedding! Judge Marrus, who was also on the zoom call, did a splendid job, turning the ceremony into a heartfelt, cheery, emotional & funny event! Everyone loved it, including my parents in India, who aren't used to an American-style wedding! If you want your perfect ceremony, just the way you dreamed, I wholeheartedly recommend going for Judges for Love. They will ensure everything goes smoothly and stress-free! Thanks a million to Iris and Judge Marrus.

meaningful than I ever expected it to be. I cannot say enough good things about this vendor. You will not be disappointed!

any questions. She even helped us obtain our marriage certificate when we had trouble in NYC. Her husband, Judge Marrus, was fantastic as well. He spoke to us multiple times before the ceremony to learn intimate details he could during the ceremony. He asked our opinion multiple times to make sure that everything was exactly as we wanted and even managed to focus while our dog was not cooperating at times. You will not be disappointed if you hire Judges for Love for your ceremony!

us to all the couples who seek a civil ceremony!

rrus arrived early and made sure the paperwork was done correctly which we all appreciated. The wedding ceremony itself was absolutely perfection-- Judge Marrus clearly paid close attention to everything that was said during his conversations with the couple and created a ceremony that was personal and warm. He injected some humor into the ceremony while still recognizing the seriousness of the wedding vows. Long after Judge Marrus left every guest mentioned about how perfectly he captured the moment and how fortunate we were to have him officiate.

t date at, and had everyone laughing. It was the perfect balance of funny, romantic, and sweet. We highly recommend Judges for Love and will be telling all of our friends to use them in the future :).

arch into it ! He made sure the ceremony was light hearted with the right touch of romance just like we wanted! 10/10 on our end and would definitely recommend!

a refund. We wish we had to opportunity to have them at our wedding, but we are glad to have met them!

elpful, and accommodating as we took time to figure out our revised plans. Judge Brunetti made us feel comfortable and took time to get to know us as a couple through a detailed questionnaire and several phone conversations (he had also offered to meet in person, but we were unable due to social distancing). The ceremony was beautifully personalized, reflective of our personalities and our relationship, and exactly what we had hoped for. Judge Brunetti is an excellent public speaker; during the ceremony he was fluid, confident in leading us through the steps, and kept it lighthearted. It was also so convenient that Judge Brunetti handled the paperwork for us after the ceremony -- we've already received our marriage certificate in the mail just one week later. We highly recommend Judges for Love!

ring virtual ceremonies and am so glad that I did! Iris was so helpful and worked through a number of things with me like NYC Project Cupid. Judge Marrus performed a truly lovely ceremony for us over zoom and so our friends and family were still able to share the moment with us! They really did so much to make the day truly memorable to my new husband (!!) and me !

em and tailor the ceremony to the format that most suits them. We chose a traditional style with some humor, and it was just that! With their personalized ceremony, they put smiles all around; the feedback from our guests was moving, as well. Combine that with their efficiency and promptness in guiding us with the necessary paperwork, their flexibility and the ease with which they organized everything and we have perfection! It is a moment that we will cherish forever and we are so grateful to them.

rch to come up with a couple surprise details in telling our story. Iris was prompt, friendly and clear during our planning process. Judge Marrus showed up early on the day of and did a great job running a ceremony that was fun but reflected the importance of the day. He was a hit with a family and friends as well. Thank you!

ntly surprised with how easily we all laughed together. He took time to get to know us, and we knew immediately we wanted him to officiate our wedding. His approach to ceremonies carries both the gravitas of a Supreme Court Justice and caring of a person passionate about helping couples experience some of the happiest moments of their lives! The whole booking process is efficient, and while we had hiccups with the suit and cake, we never once worried about our officiant. We feel immense gratitude to Judges for Love, and are still moved to tears by how special Judge Marrus made the ceremony. Thank you!

O Iris were an absolute delight to work with. Both were so responsive to us whenever we had a question. They truly care and clearly have a passion for their work. They took the time and effort to get to know us as a couple and learn our story so that they could tailor the best ceremony possible for us. They patiently guided us through the process and provided such helpful guidance. Their genuine care is immediately apparent. They both felt like family by the time our wedding day arrived! We received and continue to receive constant compliments on our ceremony, particularly praises for Judge Marrus whose officiating impressed and greatly delighted our guests. Thank you Judges for Love for making our ceremony a dream come true.

ntertained. After the wedding, many guests told us how much they enjoyed the ceremony and thought the judge did a fantastic job.

me to get to know us as a couple and made our ceremony so special. During our ceremony he was fluid and made the whole thing just so special. On top of how great he was during the ceremony he helped us out during the rehearsal with coordinating and getting everyone feeling at ease and ready for the big day. Judges for Love was so great and i would recommend it to anyone!

dge Marrus is a sweetheart. He told us that he and his wife dedicated their retired lives to making sure couples have beautiful wedding ceremonies. I had told the judge that I knew my husband was a keeper when he bought me chocolate covered pretzels to the movies on our second date. Half way through the ceremony Judge Marrus told the story, and then presented us with a giant bag of chocolate covered pretzels. He was funny and thoughtful, giving us a ceremony we will always remember in the best light.

l job he did. He made us feel so comfortable throughout the planning and especially on our big day. He took the time to get to know us and set up several calls prior to the wedding to learn about our preferences for the ceremony, what we liked/didn't, anyone specific we wanted to make mention of, etc. He was funny and even handled our crazy-person crasher who ran down the aisle in the middle of the ceremony perfectly. His wife, Iris, was wonderful and very responsive all throughout the planning and even helped ensure that we had the right documents on hand to apply for our license for us based on where we lived in the city. What a special memory to have a retired NY State Supreme Court Judge marry us, too! I cannot say enough good things about Judge Marrus and the entire experience!

e covered. Judge Henry was so gracious with her time, we had two separate hour long phone calls to solidify the ceremony contents and get to know each other. She gave a beautiful speech about us to start off, and people loved what she said and the vows she asked us to recite so much, several people asked for copies for their own ceremonies! My husband and I are a pretty goofy couple and she easily rolled with every joke we made and several of her own based on what we said. We absolutely adored Judge Henry and I cannot recommend Judges for Love enough!

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l ceremony, and wrote a beautiful speech, vows, etc., and also was organized and made sure we and our witnesses signed our marriage license before getting caught up in the festivities of the cocktail hour. We received our marriage certificate in the mail 11 days later so she didn't waste time mailing our signed license to the marriage bureau, which I also appreciated. Iris Marrus, the CEO of Judges for Love, was also a pleasure to correspond with via email and clearly explained the pricing, protocol, etc., and continued to follow up with me throughout the whole process.

me on our wedding day. Calm, collected, and extremely kind. It honestly felt like I was there with family. I can just sum it up to there was nothing to worry about. I would definitely choose them for your NYC wedding.

s TWICE, which he was more than willing to do, even on short notice: "The couple loves each other so much they couldn't wait 2 more weeks." We couldn't be more grateful! The Judge was affable, accommodating, and ultimately set the tone for our amazing wedding! The judge delivered timely jokes, endearing sentiments, and captured the essence of our relationship perfectly. Our guests loved him! Both the Judge & his wife Iris (who runs the show behind the scenes) were attentive, quick to respond to our calls/emails, and ready to adapt to our needs. Prior to our wedding, the Judge and his wife setup a number of phone conferences to get to know us & our story, and to ensure they could do everything possible to make our ceremony perfect. They absolutely delivered! We would recommend Judges for Love to any couple looking for an officiant that will undoubtedly provide the ceremony of their dreams. Thank you Iris & Judge Marrus!!

or our ceremony. Highly recommend Judges for Love!!!

to deal with. Could not recommend highly enough.

lovely. He and Iris put us at ease, and on the day of the wedding, his ceremony was just so memorable! So funny and detailed and thoughtful, and a treat for us and our guests. He absolutely set the tone to our wedding day and was a joy to work with (as was Iris!), an experience for which we are grateful. If you are lucky enough to find Judge Marrus and he is available on your wedding day -- book him! You won't be sorry. He's the best!

ng process very easy. Thank you Judges for Love (especially Iris and Judge Parker!) for making our special day one to remember! -Marielle and Zac

emony, Judge Marrus and present and helpful with anything we needed. I would highly recommend this team for anyone that wants a reasonably priced flexible and awesome officiant. Thank you Judge Marrus and Iris!!

ceremony, we did not provide Judge. Mondo with explicit instructions or specific vows that we wanted to recite. However, by taking the time to get to know us and our story, Judge Mondo was able to put together a wonderful recitation of how my partner and I fell in love and put together a perfect set of vows that captured everything that we wanted. All of the guests remarked how wonderful the ceremony was and what a good job Judge Mondo did. As one would expect for a former judge, she walked us through the formal paperwork and made sure all of it was completed as required. Having a former judge officiate adds a unique and memorable touch to a wedding, but the reason to chose Judges for Love is what a remarkable job they do.

which made wedding planning much less stressful . I would recommend him to everyone . My husband and I thank you for making the ceremony our most favorite part of our wedding day.

o phone calls he was able to speak on the story of our relationship with passion and humor, and we had flexibility to add touches or personalize as we wanted. Judge Marrus exuded warmth and was also professional and reliable, arriving early to our wedding venue. Many of our guests and vendors made a point to compliment the ceremony he conducted. We are thrilled we chose Judges for Love.

were amazed by Judge Marrus' ability to take a couple of conversations with us and turn that into such a personal ceremony for our loved ones to witness.   Their combined talents and personalities were not only a big help  along the way but also made an already special day even more unique to us.     We are beyond grateful for their services!! 

quiry and matched us with a judge near our wedding location. She also helped make sure that we understood the legal details on getting our license in New York State. Iris made this a worry-free process for us and found just the right person to officiate. She was responsive and enthusiastic throughout. It was a good feeling knowing that she was keeping tabs on things and was committed to making the day a success for us. Judge McCarthy was fantastic. Like Iris, he was responsive, enthusiastic, and sensitive to our wishes for the day. Our initial meeting was very comfortable and he was quite accommodating in meeting our schedule. Judge McCarthy had a beautiful ceremony to start with, and we worked together to make changes that fit the occasion and make it personal and special for us. It felt at the end of the ceremony that we had been more than just "married;" we were sent out into the world with genuine warmth and good wishes. Thank you, Iris, and thank you, Judge William McCarthy, for making this important day special!

tting the marriage license, listened attentively to our story of how we met and what we were looking for, and tailored the ceremony to us. As he officiated, we were laughing and crying and as he closed the ceremony, played our favorite song. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish and I’m so happy we found Judges for Love!!! Thank you Iris and Judge Marrus!!!

Iris is so sweet and made the whole process enjoyable. They truly made our day special.

ctly and gave us the ceremony we wanted! Several people asked how we knew the Judge because they assumed we all knew each other based on the way he spoke about us! Fantastic job, highly recommend!

ng we dreamed it would be and more. We are forever grateful to Judge Marrus and Judges for Love!

authoritative presence. We will remember her care and warmth with the best feelings as we look back on our wedding for years to come. Thank you, Judge Parker! Iris was also prompt, communicative and efficient as the Judges for Love contact and coordinator!

hem, Iris and Judge Marrus were absolutely lovely and incredibly supportive throughout the arrangements. They made our wedding so deeply moving and personal that I am literally tearing up as I type this. I'm a novelist and my husband is an actor, and we met because he took out the film option on my first book, then became best friends, and fell in love. Iris brought a copy of that novel with her to the Shakespeare Garden, and Judge Marrus said, as he performed our ceremony, 'you two are the first couple I've ever married who met because of a book...' They are gracious, witty, warm, and lovely people whom it has been our great pleasure to get to know. From the moment we met, they felt like family--in the best possible way. I had the 'something old... something borrowed, and something blue' part of the old wedding adage covered, but Iris and Judge Marrus were the 'something new' who truly made our day perfect. Long may they reign!"

d with the bride and groom to create a ceremony that traced the path of their love and reflected the joy and happiness of this special day. As parents of the bride, this was the most important part of the day. Judge Mondo did not let us down! It was a perfect ceremony! Many of the guests echoed our sentiments! We highly recommend Judges for Love, especially Judge Mondo !

animal lovers, Judge Marrus brought his dog, which we appreciated since our cats couldn't be there. Book now (Iris is amazing and will make the process smooth and simple)!

our ceremony. Also, at the ceremony he made the ceremony really special and helped us to feel really comfortable. My wife and I will definitely recommend Judges for Love to my family and friends. Thanks a lot Judge Marrus!