Professional Genealogist / Heir Research Specialist (Probate & Real Estate Cases)

Posted last month

Worldwide

Summary

Description: We are seeking a highly experienced genealogist for case-by-case assignments involving complex heir and ownership research tied to real estate (probate, intestate estates, and title issues). This is not basic research—we are looking for a specialist who can independently reconstruct family lineage, identify rightful heirs, and navigate incomplete or conflicting records. This is independent contractor work. You should be equipped with the tools and resources needed to conduct professional-level genealogical research. Our business is growing nationally, so we will be a steady source of complex and real-world cases for the most qualified candidate. We value accuracy, efficiency, and clear conclusions—our goal is to build long-term relationships with a small number of highly capable specialists. Scope of Work: – Analyze deceased ownership scenarios and determine likely heirship paths – Conduct deep genealogical research using public records, historical data, and proprietary databases – Reconstruct accurate family trees with supporting documentation – Identify and help verify potential heirs – Provide clear, concise summaries of findings and confidence levels Ideal Candidate: – Significant experience in professional genealogy or heir search – Strong understanding of U.S. probate and intestate succession – Comfortable working with incomplete, messy, or conflicting data – Able to think critically and form defensible conclusions—not just gather data Engagement Structure: – Project-based / as-needed – We will bring you in on higher-value or complex cases

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  • 6+ months
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    $75.00

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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Online Research
Genealogy
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About the client
Member since Mar 2, 2016
  • United States
    Bethesda4:16 PM
  • $14K total spent
    34 hires, 5 active
  • 2,438 hours
  • Sales & Marketing
    Small company (2-9 people)

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