Genealogist-on-Demand™
Exclusive offer: FGS attendees receive 50% off your virtual genealogy consultation! Schedule now for only $50 USD.
Receive research strategies and advice from a professional genealogist during your 45-minute consultation that will help you continue your own research. Your virtual FGS genealogy consultation will allow you to have your questions answered in real-time by an expert–all from the comfort of your own home! Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
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With over 25 years of genealogy experience, Shell enjoys solving challenging research projects. She loves helping others break through genealogy “brick walls” and discover their heritage.
- Ukrainian, Lemko, and Carpatho-Rusyn Genealogy
- Central European Genealogy
- Eastern European Genealogy
- Mid-Atlantic & Southern United States Genealogy
Brandt is a researcher on the DNA team. He works with both DNA and traditional family history research projects in the US and Canada, and some international projects as well. His areas of expertise are:
- Unknown Parentage/Adoption DNA research
- Historic DNA Research (pre-1850)
- US Research (1850-present)
- Canada Ancestry Research (1850-present)
Michelle is a researcher on the DNA team. Michelle loves using a combination of genetic genealogy and traditional research to help clients break through genealogy brick walls. In addition to a bachelor’s degree in teaching, she holds a certificate in genealogical research. Michelle’s own diverse background has resulted in a breadth of genealogical knowledge. Her areas of specialization include:
- Genetic Genealogy (DNA)
- French Canadian/Acadian Genealogy Research
- Cherokee Genealogy Research
Paul leads the Legacy Tree genetic genealogy team. With a university degree focused on genetics and a minor in family history, Paul is at the forefront of the genealogy field. He presents family history education for live and virtual audiences around the world and is a leader in the field of genetic genealogy.
- Genetic Genealogy and DNA Research
- Sweden Genealogy, Norwegian Ancestry Research
- French Family History
- Spain, Mexico and South American Genealogy Research
Long-time professional genealogist and Association of Professional Genealogists Quarterly Managing Editor, Christy Fillerup is tenacious in solving complex research problems. Her areas of expertise include utilizing indirect evidence and correlating records to find answers no one record states directly. She particularly enjoys helping clients break through the brick walls that have held them back in their research.
- US and British
- Canada and Australia
“I had a question about how to identify a female ancestor with no maiden name through DNA with the added problem of that line of my family coming from an extremely endogamous population. My consultant had great suggestions for how to attack the problem. She was wonderful.” – Dianne
During your private consultation a professional genealogist can provide strategies for locating records from before civil registrations, offer solutions to deal with document loss, or provide tips to navigate the different parishes, townlands, and historic divisions of your ancestral places.
