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Justice Alan W. Ulrich is a wedding officiant based in Methuen, MA. Alan loves nothing more than collaborating with couples and making each ceremony personalized and meaningful. He covers special occasions of all kinds, such as religious and non-religious ceremonies, interfaith unions, vow renewals, second weddings, and more. Alan offers humor, compassion, and plenty of experience when it comes to creating ceremonies that couples will remember for a lifetime. Incorporating traditional or modern elements, personalized vows, and readings, Alan will help you create a ceremony that's just right for you and your partner. Whether you envisage an intimate ceremony at home or a wedding with 300 guests, Alan is versatile in his approach and covers all kinds of special events. Whether you're getting married for the first or third time, Justice of the Peace Alan W. Ulrich is happy to be a part of this special time in your life! He'll work with you before your big day to create a personalized ceremony centered on your wishes. Alan is highly organized, detail oriented and focused on ensuring your special day is as special and unique as both of you.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Ceremony Rehearsal

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$195

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baha'i Faith
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Pagan
Presbyterian
Quaker
Shinto
Taoist
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

MA

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Justice of the Peace Alan W. Ulrich

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Multiple reviewers had exceptional experiences working with Alan W. Ulrich as an officiant. They found him professional, attentive, and thoughtful in guiding them through their personalized ceremonies. Alan's charisma, attention to detail, and ability to create meaningful moments were highly praised, making the wedding ceremonies special and unforgettable. Reviewers appreciated his communication, reliability, and support throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. If looking for an officiant in the Boston area, Alan W. Ulrich comes highly recommended for his warmth, professionalism, and dedication to making each ceremony unique and perfect.

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Multiple reviewers had exceptional experiences working with Alan W. Ulrich as an officiant. They found him professional, attentive, and thoughtful in guiding them through their personalized ceremonies. Alan's charisma, attention to detail, and ability to create meaningful moments were highly praised, making the wedding ceremonies special and unforgettable. Reviewers appreciated his communication, reliability, and support throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. If looking for an officiant in the Boston area, Alan W. Ulrich comes highly recommended for his warmth, professionalism, and dedication to making each ceremony unique and perfect.

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Miguel Sent on 11/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Alan W Ulrich

Working with Alan W. Ulrich has been an incredible experience from start to finish. He is professional, patient, and genuinely knowledgeable, the kind of person who makes complicated decisions feel clear and stress free. You can tell he cares about the people he works with.

One of the biggest things I appreciated was his guidance during a very personal moment for us. My wife and I had a private wedding before our actual ceremony, and Alan helped us choose the perfect location to elope beforehand. That meant a lot he didn’t just handle paperwork and details, he helped us shape a memory we’ll carry with us for the rest of our life. His vision made that moment beautiful and special, and we’re genuinely grateful for that.

Alan is reliable, kind, easy to communicate with, and someone we confidently trust. If you’re looking for someone who is not only professional but also thoughtful and attentive, Alan W. Ulrich is the person you want as an officiate.
Katherine
Katherine Sent on 11/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Officiant

We had the greatest experience with Alan and we are so happy we found him. Alan officiated our very small, intimate ceremony and he kept it short and sweet, just how we wanted it. He had emailed us several templates weeks before our ceremony and allowed us to customize everything so that it suited who we are. He went over it with us so we were prepared for what to expect. He has a great charisma and voice and he made our wedding day really special!
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Leslie Sent on 06/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Officiant

Alan did a great job officiating my wedding ceremony. My husband and I felt at ease right from our first meeting with him because of how friendly, organized, and caring he was. He was very quick to respond to any questions we had as well. Everyone loved him at our rehearsal and wedding and we got so many compliments about him. I highly recommend him!
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Stephen Sent on 11/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t ask for more

Alan was so involved and understanding of what we wanted our ceremony to be. He followed ever detail down to the smallest part. He is very easy to talk to and to work with. If you need his services just book him now because you will relieve yourself of so much stress as Alan will have step by step instructions on what needs to be done. Thank you Alan
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Vera Sent on 11/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Wedding Officiant Alan!

Alan is absolutely AMAZING! He's so easy to work with and so responsible and detail-oriented that he prepared all the details for us ahead of time. We are so lucky to have him at our ceremony at Hammond Castle. Alan made the ceremony such an unforgettable moment for us. We really appreciate him making our wedding day so special!
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Katy Sent on 09/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Very uplifting and positive attitude.

We couldn’t have chosen anyone better to do officiate our matrimony.
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Wendy Sent on 09/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Alan Ulrich

Alan was compassionate, kind, and professional.
Daniel
Daniel Sent on 09/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great Officiant!

When we began to plan our wedding, everything seemed to be pretty easy until it came to a huge part; picking our Officiant. My wife Julie and I interviewed maybe 7 or 8 Officiants, and for whatever reason we didn't find the combination of warmth, humor, and professionalism we were looking for. Then we met Alan.

From the very beginning, we knew Alan was the one for us as he seemed incredibly distinguished and professional. Instead of telling us how great of an Officiant he was, he listened to what my wife and I were looking for, and was able to provide the exact feel we wanted.

As we didn't have a Wedding Planner, I was incredibly stressed throughout the process on what the ceremony would entail. Alan connected with me personally, reassured me, and was very patient and helpful throughout the process. He was instrumental in putting together a ceremony that was perfect for us and the theme of Boston and Beacon Hill we were going for.

The ceremony was perfect, and Alan was exactly who we were looking for as he was professional and stoic, he got a few laughs which added to the environment, and was extremely warm and understood the romantic implications of the event.

Even after the wedding, he has been incredibly helpful in the practical side of filing paperwork and changing names. If you're targeting a Wedding Officiant in the Boston area, I feel confident in saying you won't find one better than Alan Ulrich.

Daniel & Julie Vent
9/16/23
Allie
Allie Sent on 01/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

One of the best vendors we hired

Alan did an exceptional job throughout our whole process. He provided the perfect amount of guidance while being completely open to any of our ideas and preferences. Most impressively - he memorized our entire ceremony and didn’t stutter ONCE while delivering it. His speech was clear and sounded great. He was very helpful setting up the mics with the DJ beforehand to ensure everything would go smoothly. He is a true professional, and takes his job seriously, which we appreciated greatly. He exceeded our expectations and was one of our favorite vendors, we’re SO happy we hired him and would strongly recommend him.
Diane
Diane Sent on 10/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!

Alan Ulrich did a wonderful job with our ceremony on 10/2/22. We got so many compliments about how lovely our service was. Alan provided us with tons of options and was great to work with. Highly recommend!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Photography Your Way Photography Your Way Wedding Photographers

Alan is a very good Justice. He has a great way about him. He makes the couples feel comfortable.

Michael Marram Michael Marram Wedding Officiants

Alan Ulrich is a very professional, well-spoken and compassionate Justice of the Peace. He has a good sense of humor, can be flexible regarding the wishes of his clients, and is very personable. I am happy to write this letter of recommendation for Justice Alan Ulrich.

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