Business Details
11 Years
experience
Personalized Wedding Ceremonies in Cleveland
Founded in 2015, Married by Megan is a Cleveland-based wedding officiant service dedicated to creating deeply personalized ceremonies that reflect each couple's unique story. With over 15 years of experience as a professional legal guardian, Megan brings empathy and precision to her craft, having officiated weddings since 2004. Ordained through Universal Life Monastery, she specializes in non-religious, interfaith, and custom ceremonies across Northeast Ohio. Megan's approach combines meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to making couples feel seen and celebrated, offering services like surprise weddings and remarriages.Her work has been recognized with multiple Cleveland Wedding Officiant awards, and she actively supports marriage equality, having officiated one of the first same-sex weddings in Ohio after the 2015 Supreme Court decision. The business serves Cuyahoga, Lorain, Medina, Summit, Geauga, and Lake Counties.
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Elopement Services
Vow Renewals
Unity Ceremonies
Non-Religious Services
Interfaith Weddings
Surprise Weddings
Remarriages
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined legal and officiant experience
- Our ceremonies include unique options like surprise weddings and remarriages
- We provide 24/7 responsive communication with couples
- Our team includes certified professionals with ordination credentials
- We guarantee prompt marriage license processing
Associations and certifications
- Universal Life Monastery
What people say
Perfectly personalized
Saved our day
Exceptional communication
Highly recommend
Stress-free experience
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Custom-designed wedding ceremonies tailored to your unique relationship. I work closely with couples to create meaningful scripts that reflect their personal story, values, and vision. Services include consultation, vow writing assistance, and coordination with vendors to ensure seamless execution.
Elopement Packages
Streamlined elopement services for couples seeking simplicity without sacrificing meaning. Includes pre-ceremony consultation, personalized script development, and official license processing. Ideal for small gatherings prioritizing privacy and authenticity over large celebrations.
Vow Renewals
Celebrate milestone anniversaries with renewed commitment ceremonies. I help couples craft heartfelt vow renewals that honor their shared journey while reaffirming future promises, including creative elements like anniversary wine box traditions.
Unity Ceremonies
Incorporate meaningful symbolic rituals into your wedding. Options include tree planting, sand blending, handfasting, and glass blowing ceremonies that visually represent your union through personalized, memorable traditions.
Non-Religious Services
Ceremonies focused on human connection rather than religious elements. I craft secular celebrations highlighting your relationship's unique qualities through literature, poetry, and personalized narratives while maintaining formal legal requirements.
People
Megan Tellalian
Owner & Lead Officiant
Professional wedding officiant since 2015 with ordination through Universal Life Monastery. Former legal guardian with 15+ years experience advocating for vulnerable populations. Combines ceremonial expertise with compassionate service, specializing in personalized, non-traditional weddings.
Questions
What types of wedding ceremonies do you officiate?
I specialize in non-religious, interfaith, and custom ceremonies including surprise weddings, remarriages, and elopements tailored to your unique relationship.
How far in advance should we book your services?
I recommend booking 6-12 months in advance, though I can accommodate last-minute requests when available.
Do you provide wedding ceremony rehearsal services?
Yes, complete coordination of the wedding rehearsal is included in my Full-Service Package.
How do you handle marriage license requirements?
I guide couples through Ohio's license process, including E-filing in Cuyahoga County and returning documents post-ceremony.
Can you help with ceremony content and readings?
Yes, I provide extensive resources including vow options, unity ceremony ideas, and curated readings from diverse traditions.
