Qualifications

Skilled, professional researcher with over 10 years experience.

Ph.D. in Cultural Anthropology from Stanford University, including study of research techniques, oral history, social history, migration & immigration, and United States ethnic groups.

Regional Specialties

• California
• Connecticut
• Michigan
• New England
• New York

Memberships

• Association of Professional Genealogists
• American Anthropological Association
• Connecticut Historical Society
• National Genealogical Society
• New England Historical Genealogical Society
• San Mateo County Genealogical Society

Services

Full written documentation and research report provided. Includes list of records searched, photocopies of relevant documents, analysis of records, and recommendations for future research.

Genealogical Records Search

Search Census, Land, Probate, Military, Vital Records, Cemetery, Court Records, etc., for particular ancestor(s) or family lines.

Lineage Investigation

• Research services for finding your ancestors and recording your pedigree.
• Assistance in tracing a line for a lineage application.
• Assistance in tracing a line for medical history (specialist in Fragile X Syndrome)

Family History Problem Solving and Analysis

Consultation for difficult problems you face in finding your ancestors.

Genealogy Tutoring

One-on-one consultation and research plan development.

Life History Research

• Life History Interviews (tape-recorded)
• Assistance Writing Memoirs
• Assistance Writing Family History

Fees

Research & Writing Services

• Hourly Fee - 4 Hour Minimum
• Includes review of existing data, research, analysis, detailed report, and suggestions for next steps.

Interview Services

Hourly Fee plus transcription expenses (if transcripts required)

Expenses

Document Copies, Photocopies, Microfilm Rentals, Excess Telephone and Postage: Actual Cost

Travel inside a 30-mile radius: Included in hourly research fee

Senior Citizen Discount