Jeanne Pounder - New Hampshire Justice of the Peace

I've been a New Hampshire Justice of the Peace since 2008. Becoming a JP was a natural choice, since I had worked in public relations for more than 10 years with the New Hampshire Air National Guard. My career provided many opportunities for working with people from all walks of life, public speaking and writing; as well as managing and emceeing special events and ceremonies. My first year as a JP was so rewarding that when I retired from the Air Guard in 2009, it was an easy decision to turn my enjoyment of officiating weddings into my fulltime job.

Professionally, I'm a member of JPUS (Justices of the Peace of the US) and NHJPA (New Hampshire Justice of the Peace A-List Organization). I'm also proud to be part of AMC (the Appalachian Mountain Club) and PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays).

I delight in celebrating weddings with couples of all ages, regardless of gender, and regardless of whether you've never been married and you're eager to begin, or you've been married before and you're confidently beginning again. I'm also happy to officiate for vow renewals and reaffirmations!

My husband Richard accompanies me to weddings, and he normally takes a few candid photos of the ceremony. These are amateur photos, but after each wedding we're pleased to share a few with our couples at no charge, with our compliments. Richard is also a Granite State Ambassador, and out-of-state couples often find his knowledge of New Hampshire to be helpful when planning destination weddings for two....or more!

Your ceremony is the heart of your wedding day. I look forward to talking with you about YOUR plans and working with you to create a wedding ceremony that celebrates your commitment to life's journey, together!